Wenela Tidal Pool, a short two kilometre walk south of main beach, is a fascinating natural treasure having a natural tunnel and blowhole linking the pool to the sea. Xai-Xai beach has been a popular tourist destination since the heyday of Mozambican tourism. The massive reef running parallel to the beach provides natural protection against the strong waves at high tide and forms several small pools at low tide. At low tide, the reefs are invaded by women and children gathering shellfish, which they sell to appreciative tourists.
