Xai-Xai Beach
Praia do Xai-Xai
A long beach about 10 km southeast of Xai-Xai city, with reef shorelines and rock pools, and the most popular seaside getaway in Gaza Province.
Praia do Xai-Xai lies about 55 km from Bilene. A natural reef runs along the coast offshore, and at low tide it exposes broad reef platforms and rock pools. The shallows are good for snorkelling among small fish, and the shore has campsites, holiday houses and seafood restaurants. The best time for watching and snorkelling is 1–2 hours either side of low tide, so check the tide tables first. When the surf is high, the reef edge is extremely dangerous. You can visit on a day trip from Bilene, or stay one night and also explore Chongoene Beach.
Opening hours
All day (tide-dependent)
Nearby sights
- Xai-Xai Reef Pools (Wenela Tidal Pool)
- Chongoene Beach
- Limpopo River Mouth
- Bilene Ocean Beach
- Uembje Lagoon