Turtle Beach

7.3

/ 10 Good

#9 out of 27
in Sohoa

About

Turtle Beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 9th place out of 27 beaches in the Mayotte region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade. This beach is not a well-known place, so it is well suited for a relaxing leisure.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and bright 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.

Turtle 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.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Sohoa Beach, which has a rating of 7.2.

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Historical

+29 ^oC +28 ^oC

Air temperature

4.1 M/S

Wind

+30 ^oC

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Sohoa, ,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

0/10

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Turtle 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 Turtle 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.

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"This beach is absolutely stunning and I truly hope it remains untouched for years to come. It's also very easy to get to, which is a huge plus."

Bazin Sorel

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"This beach is absolutely stunning and I truly hope it remains untouched for years to come. It's also very easy to get to, which is a huge plus."

Bazin Sorel

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
size&shape
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach

Natural features

Access

- Easy accessible
- Next to the road

Cover and water

cover
- Bright sand
- Sea bottom - Sand
swimming details
water
- Crystall water, high transparency
- Turqoise blue

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Beach surroundings

Attractions Transport Localities

Attractions

Mayotte immersion• 20 min walk
Tsingoni Plage• 25 min walk
Vatou bé rassi• 2.5km
Plage de Zidakani• 2.6km

Transport

DZA• 19.5km

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

The coastline of Turtle Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Turtle Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Turtle 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 Turtle 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.

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

So the overall recommendation of the Turtle Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Turtle 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 Turtle Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Turtle Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. It's not on the main paths, so this place is somewhat hidden. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Turtle Beach.

How far is the Turtle Beach from parking?

The Turtle Beach has no parking spot.

Are there any attractions nearby Turtle Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Turtle Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mayotte immersion located in 1.5 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Turtle 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.