Photo of Sohoa Beach with gray sand surface

Photo of Sohoa Beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Sohoa Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Sohoa Beach located in natural area

7.2

Good

Sohoa Beach

#11 out of 27 in Sohoa

7.2

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Gray sand Sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Sohoa • 0.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Le Chat'ô café

8.6 - Excellent 8.5km

Restaurant Belle Vue

8.6 - Excellent 8.7km

Restaurant manaiche express

7.6 - Very good 8.8km

Restaurant Mardjan restaurant

10 - Exceptional 9.7km

National Park Réserve Forestière des Monts Bénara

7.9km

Tourist Attraction Mayotte immersion

290m

Tourist Attraction Vatou bé rassi

880m

Tourist Attraction Tsingoni Plage

2.1km

Tourist Attraction Plage de Zidakani

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Cascade d'Hapandzo

3km

Mosque MOSQUEE DE HAPANDZO

3.3km

Tourist Attraction May Wild Paintball

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Cascade de Soulou

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Rivière M’roale

3.6km

Historical Landmark Carrefour ya Milou

5.2km

Historical Landmark Kwalé Légion

9.1km

Historical Landmark Grand Baobab plage

9.3km

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About

Sohoa Beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 11th place out of 27 beaches in the Mayotte region The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious bay with turquoise water and gray sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Sohoa Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Turtle Beach, which has a rating of 7.3.

Sohoa Beach (Mayotte) is located outside the Sohoa settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Sohoa Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+26 ^o C +25 ^o C

Air temperature

4.7 M/S

Wind

+27 ^o C

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Sohoa • 0.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Le Chat'ô café

8.6 - Excellent 8.5km

Restaurant Belle Vue

8.6 - Excellent 8.7km

Restaurant manaiche express

7.6 - Very good 8.8km

Restaurant Mardjan restaurant

10 - Exceptional 9.7km

National Park Réserve Forestière des Monts Bénara

7.9km

Tourist Attraction Mayotte immersion

290m

Tourist Attraction Vatou bé rassi

880m

Tourist Attraction Tsingoni Plage

2.1km

Tourist Attraction Plage de Zidakani

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Cascade d'Hapandzo

3km

Mosque MOSQUEE DE HAPANDZO

3.3km

Tourist Attraction May Wild Paintball

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Cascade de Soulou

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Rivière M’roale

3.6km

Historical Landmark Carrefour ya Milou

5.2km

Historical Landmark Kwalé Légion

9.1km

Historical Landmark Grand Baobab plage

9.3km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.7 (Good)

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Localities

Nearest

Sohoa • 720m

Transport

Airport

DZA • 19km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

Lena Kozanthalis

8 Very good

Securisee beach is a safe and secure spot to spend a day in the sun.

April 2023

Sarai KALIMI

8 Very good

This beach is great for both relaxation and sports, with plenty of space to enjoy.

April 2023

Sarina KALANI

6 Pleasant

Good

April 2023

Ethan Marlowe

4 Frustrating

This beach has the potential to be great, but it's been neglected. The parking lot is a mess, and there are no restrooms. Fortunately, the restaurant there is a saving grace - the staff are welcoming and the prices and food are good.

April 2023

Liora Jazelle Montagne

10 Exceptional

Super

April 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Sohoa Beach?

The coastline of Sohoa Beach is covered with gray sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Sohoa Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sohoa Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Sohoa Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Sohoa Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

Is the Sohoa Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Sohoa Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Sohoa Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sohoa Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sohoa Beach.

How far is the Sohoa Beach from parking?

The Sohoa Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Sohoa Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Sohoa Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mayotte immersion located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Sohoa Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Sohoa Beach is March. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 25°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.