Vilankulo Beach
Praia de Vilankulo
A long beach along the town's east shore where single-masted dhows come and go, with wide tidal flats at low tide and beautiful sunrises.
Vilankulo Beach stretches several kilometers along the eastern shore of the town, facing the Bazaruto Archipelago. The tidal range is large, and at low tide wide sandy flats and tide pools are exposed. Fishermen push single-masted dhows in and out, making it a good place to experience local life and photograph the sunrise. Many backpacker hostels, seaside restaurants and dive centers line the coast, and most island-hopping trips depart directly from this beach. The water is less clear than at the outer islands, so swim at high tide. Avoid lingering alone on remote stretches of the beach at night.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Magaruque Island
- Benguerra Island
- Cabo São Sebastião
- Two Mile Reef
- Bazaruto Island Dunes
- Santa Carolina Island (Paradise Island)
- Bazaruto Lighthouse