Scuba Diving Tofo Beach - The ‘Hottest’ in Mozambique

WORLD CLASS DIVE-SITES

The ocean surrounding Tofo Beach, Inhambane, is renowned for its world-class diving. People travel from around the world for its year-round sightings of marine megafauna, such as whale sharks and manta rays.

Scuba Diving Tofo Beach - The ‘Hottest’ in Mozambique

Catering for all levels of diving experience and each with their very own touch, Tofo has a huge variety of reefs to choose from (over 25 reefs at a range of different depths), which cater for all levels of diver. Our 18m Lemon & Herb shallow reefs are great for beginner and advanced divers alike or a nice option if you’re still finding your feet after a long flight. We also have our aptly named “Hot” reefs, which are 25m or deeper.

These sites essentially made Tofo the amazing diving destination it is today. Aimed at advanced divers with some experience, the current and negative water entries make this adventure diving at its best.

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Explore our diving options

Experience the thrill and adventure of scuba diving in what many regard as some of the best dive sites in Africa!

Browse through our curated collection of what we have appointed as "THE BEST DIVE CENTERS" around Tofo. We look forward to revolutionising your Diving ExperienceTruly the ‘Hottest’ tour package in Mozambique

Difficulty “LEMON & HERB”, Max-Depth 18m

CHIMNEY REEF

At the southern edge of this crater, you’ll find a huge chimney reminiscent of that of a factory – this is what gives this reef its name. The chimney, which only has space for two divers at a time, is …

Difficulty "HOT", Max-Depth 30m

AMAZON

It’s wild, it’s un-spoilt and its colour and marine life will blow the mind of even the most experienced diver: that’s why this dive site is called “Amazon”.

Difficulty “LEMON & HERB”, Max-Depth 14m

ANCHOR BAY

This reef is named after the ancient sailboat anchor which can be seen there. Situated 8 km south of the dive centre, and in the heart of the picturesque “Barra Bay,”

Difficulty “LEMON & HERB”, Max-Depth 14m

PRAIA DO ROCHA

Soft and hard Corals are scattered among the pinnacles and boulders that cover this area, swim thru's and gullies make this a fun dive. This is a great site for photographers and practicing skills.

Difficulty "NOVICE", Max-Depth 9m

CLOWNFISH REEF

Sitting 1km directly east of the dive centre in the heart of Tofo Bay, Clownfish Reef is protected from the southern point, making it a great dive site for all ages. Whether you’re first time divers a …

Difficulty "HOT", Max-Depth 30m

OUTBACK

At Outback, begin your dive descending to 27m where you’ll be immediately surrounded by yellow snappers and sometimes mantas at the first cleaning station we find on the reef. You'll...

Difficulty “LEMON & HERB”, Max-Depth 14m

BUDDIES REEF

8 km south of the Peri-Peri dive centre in the heart of the picturesquare “Barra Bay,” Buddies Reef is another beautiful alternative to Clownfish Reef and Anchor Bay – perfect for your Water…

Difficulty "MILD", Max-Depth 28m

MANTA REEF

Rated one of the “top 10” dive sites in the world, Manta Reef offers manta encounters unmatched by any other. Since the 1960s, this magnificent reef has developed into the signature reef...

Difficulty "MILD/HOT", Max-Depth 30m

SHERWOOD FOREST

Lying south of Giant’s, Sherwood Forest is one of four deep sites 3 km directly east of the dive centre. It offers a dive full of colour and life unmatched by any other reef here in …

Difficulty "MILD", Max-Depth 28m

LIONS DEN

Lion’s Den – situated between Giant’s Castle and Sherwood Forest 3.5 km directly offshore – is Peri-Peri Divers’ newest dive site. It’s ideal for experienced divers on big packages who …

Difficulty "HOT", Max-Depth 30m

THE CAVERN

The Cavern is a beautiful deep site situated 17 km from the launch site. With an average depth of 25m you’ll have around 22 minutes’ bottom time on this dive. We like to dive The Cavern as a …

Difficulty "MEDIUM", Max-Depth 25m

ROBS BOTTOM

One of our most recent dive sites, Rob’s offers a drift dive where the water is thick with big fish! At the northern drop, you’ll be treated to two large cleaning stations, which are often visited by …

Difficulty "HOT", Max-Depth 30m

HOSPITAL

This site is called The Hospital because of the abundance of surgeon fish (get it?) found in the area. From the moment you arrive on the reef floor, you’ll find yourself surrounded by amazing …

Difficulty "HOT", Max-Depth 30m

TABLE TOP

After a quick 10 minute ride, we arrive at Table Top which lies 1 km away from Sherwood and 2.5 km away from Giant’s Castle. Table Top gets its name from the sandy plateau that sits between the …

Difficulty “LEMON & HERB”, Max-Depth 15m

MARBLE ARCH

Marble Arch sits approximately 500m east of Amphitheatre and it offers great photo opportunities for the macro hunter. Your dive begins after a 15m descent into the largest …

Difficulty “LEMON & HERB”, Max-Depth 16m

KRAKATOA

This inshore reef resembles a “caldera” – or sunken volcano crater. The crater is, on average, 2-4m lower than the surrounding rock which creates a wall around the site. Speckled led …

Difficulty "MILD/HOT", Max-Depth 28m

THE OFFICE

This site definitely gives a new meaning to the phrase “just another day at the office”! Like Amazon, the reef is situated 17 km offshore from the Barra lighthouse. The two reefs are perfect …

Difficulty "HOT", Max-Depth 32m

GIANTS CASTLE

Giant’s Castle was perfectly named as everything about this reef is big: from the giant manta rays that visit the three impressive cleaning stations dotted along the outside edge of the wall to the …

Difficulty “LEMON & HERB”, Max-Depth 16m

SALON

Salon is made up of one main rock, about 3m long, which is home to an abundance of life. Macro enthusiasts will love this site’s variety of nudibranchs, leaf fish, pipe fish and shri ...

Difficulty “LEMON & HERB”, Max-Depth 18m

MIKE'S CUPBOARD

A series of bowls linked together with caves, overhangs and gullies. All the normal array of tropical fishes can be seen, as well as large numbers of flute and trumpet fish.

DIVE BRIEFING!

Lemon & Herb

'Lemon & Herb' sites, at 18 meters of depth, are great for beginning divers and usually take place from 12:30pm to 1:30pm daily.

Difficulty - 'HOT'

'Hot' reefs, 25 meters (80 ft) deep, make Tofo the amazing diving destination it is today. Aimed at advanced divers with some experience, these dives feature current and negative water entries, and make for an exciting adventure. They usually leave in the morning, varying times from 7:30am to 8:30 am, with d

Featured Dive Sites

Dive sites include: Amazon, Amphitheatre, Anchor bay, Buddies reef, Chimney reef, Clownfish reef, Giants castle, Hospital, Krakatoa, Lions den, Manta reef, Marble arch, Mikes cupboard, Outback, Praia do Rocha, Salon, Sherwood forest, Tabletop, The Cavern, and The Office.

Important note

Note that there is no boat deck in Tofo, so launching and arriving is done on the beach - it can be sporty!

Accommodation Tofo Beach

Hotels and self catering options around Inhambane highly rated for thoughtful design

Massinga Beach Lodge

Inhambane

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$285 /night

Travessia Beach Lodge

Inhambane

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$130 /night

$80 /day

Peri-Peri Dive Camp

Inhambane

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