White sand beaches One of Somalia's main sources of tourism is its array of large white sandy beaches bordering the Indian Ocean. © Michel Renaudeau / Hoa Qui
Elegant beaches stretch out along the Indian Ocean, but sharks are known to be present at most of them. Gezira beach - protected against sharks - is the most popular, but you must find your way there alone. There are some coves further away, but not all are protected against sharks.