Cabinda city sits directly on the Atlantic and has several stretches of beach along its waterfront. The coast here is rarely visited by outsiders, and for much of the year you will have the sand largely to yourself. The water is warm, though the surf can be rough, and there are currents to be aware of. Locals fish from the beach in the evenings, and the sunsets over the ocean are genuinely impressive.
The most accessible beach stretch is north of the city centre, where a rough coastal road follows the water. Swimming is possible but check conditions locally — rip currents are not uncommon on this stretch of coast. The beach is also good for watching traditional dugout fishing canoes head out through the surf at dawn.