The beach gets its unusual name simply from the stream that runs across it - the locals called the rivers in order, and this one was number two. The sand is powder-soft and the water is warm all year round. Palm trees lean over the edge of the beach, giving shade to anyone who needs a rest from the sun.
A small fishing village sits at the edge of the beach, and local families often set up stalls selling freshly caught fish, coconut water and snacks. The combination of a river, the sea, palm trees and a village makes it feel like something out of a story - it is often described as one of the most naturally beautiful beaches in all of West Africa.
Unlike beaches in many other parts of the world, River Number Two remains very quiet and natural. There are no large hotels or theme parks. You are much more likely to share the beach with local children playing in the waves and fishermen pulling in their nets than with noisy crowds.