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Berbera Beach
Best time to visit
From November to March, when the heat is not unbearable and the water remains warm. Come at sunset, the sky turns all shades of pink and orange.
Budget tips
Beach entry is free. It is better to buy food and water in advance in the city; there are no cafes on the beach, but fishermen will sell fresh catch for next to nothing. At local hotels, you can arrange to rent an umbrella and sunbed for 5-10 dollars per day.
Recommended for
Travelers seeking solitude, Wildlife lovers, Photographers, Adventure seekers
Plan your visit
2-3 hours, or half a day with lunch and swimming
About
Quick facts: The long sandy beaches of Berbera stretch for tens of kilometers along the Gulf of Aden coast, and the water here is so clear you can see fish swimming at your feet. In July the air heats up to 40°C, but the light breeze from the sea makes the heat quite bearable.
Highlights: An hour's drive from the beach lies an ancient ghost town. Abandoned colonial buildings made of coral stone stand right on the shore, and the waves are gradually washing away their foundations. Local fishermen still go to sea on wooden sambuk boats built without a single nail, and they often treat tourists to freshly caught tuna right on the sand.
Insider tips
- Bring plenty of drinking water and a hat; there is no shade on the beach, only a few palm trees.
- The best photos are taken at sunrise, when the sun gilds the sand and camels slowly walk along the water's edge.
- Avoid the beach on Fridays; it is a day off, and local families come here, making it crowded.
- Ask a local fisherman to show you how they weave nets for catching sharks; this is an ancient craft hundreds of years old.
Practical info
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