Plongée à Tofo Beach — Mozambique

Tofo Beach is where Africa's Indian Ocean megafauna concentrates. Whale sharks are present year-round (peaking November–March), manta rays visit cleaning stations, and humpback whales migrate through from June to November. The diving infrastructure is basic but the marine encounters are genuinely world-class.

Score
59.7
Visibilité
6–24m
Température
22–29°C
Meilleurs mois
October, November, December
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Tofo Beach
MozambiqueIndian Ocean
59.7

SCORE

-23.8547°N

35.5450°E

Tofo Beach is where Africa's Indian Ocean megafauna concentrates. Whale sharks are present year-round (peaking November–March), manta rays visit cleaning stations, and humpback whales migrate through from June to November. The diving infrastructure is basic but the marine encounters are genuinely world-class.

Africa's Whale Shark & Manta Capital

Visibility6–24 m
Temperature22–29°C
Max Depth30 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$70
Best MonthsOctober, November, December, January
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML68.0CH32.0VIS61.0SV28.0TMP66.0DA56.0OP73.0TS64.0GT68.0VAL60.0CRD87.0SP70.0

Marine Life

68.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
80
Megafauna Encounters
84
Reef Fish Abundance
90
Macro Life
0
Endemic Species
45
Marine Life Diversity
68.0
Coral & Reef Health
32.0
Visibility & Conditions
61.0
Dive Site Variety
28.0
Water Temperature
66.0
Depth & Access
56.0
Operator Quality
73.0
Topside Experience
64.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
60.0
Crowding
87.0
Social Proof
70.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

whale shark snorkelingbeach horse ridinglocal market in Inhambanedhow sailingsurfing

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Inhambane Cathedral of Our Lady of Conception
  • Inhambane old town architecture

Non-Diver Score

6/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

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Hyperbaric Chamber500 km — Maputo or South Africa (Durban) chamber
Nearest Hospital20 km

Very limited medical care; basic clinic in Tofo; hospital in Inhambane (20 km); evacuation to Maputo or SA for chamber

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Tofo Scuba

PADI

4.7
280 reviewsNITROX

Liquid Dive Adventures

PADI

4.8
210 reviewsNITROX