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Mozambique Diving & Snorkeling

Below is a list of some of Mozambique's best dive site locations in no particular order of preference. Click on the area to learn more.

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Explore stunning underwater coral "cities" and reefs teeming with exquisite marine life from off the shores of isolated islands in Mozambique or beaches well renowned for their dive site locations and high success rates.

Inhaca Island

Southern Mozambique

Snorkeling in the 'Coral Gardens': Only a short boat trip with snorkels and Goggles will take you to an amazing shallow coral reef called the Coral Gardens or Barreira Vermelha. Staghorn Coral, Brain Coral, Plate Coral and more, give home to a large variety of tropical fish!

Machangulo

Southern Mozambique

Visitors will be pleasantly treated with a game drive through the Maputo Special Reserve before reaching the Machangulo Peninsula. Spot various wildlife from elephants to giraffes, zebra, antelope, flamingos, crocodiles, hippos, birdlife among others ...

Ponta Chemucane

Southern Mozambique

This seaside holiday resort is located along the stunning coast of the Maputo Special Reserve offering miles of untouched beaches, magnificent beach and ocean views, reefs teeming with marine life and a diversity of wildlife to spot within the picturesque reserve ...

Ponta do Ouro

Southern Mozambique

Explore more than 15 top dive sites between Ponta do Ouro and Ponta Mamoli - a diving region in Mozambique that boasts a high success rate in sightings. Witness zambezi sharks, hammerheads, potatoe bass and the many beautiful coral fish that inhabit the reefs. Each reef ranges in depth, from 10 meters down to 48 meters which caters for both beginner and advanced divers...

Ponta Malongane

Southern Mozambique

Explore more than 15 top dive sites between Ponta do Ouro and Ponta Mamoli - a diving region in Mozambique that boasts a high success rate in sightings. Witness zambezi sharks, hammerheads, potatoe bass and the many beautiful coral fish that inhabit the reefs. Each reef ranges in depth, from 10 meters down to 48 meters which caters for both beginner and advanced divers...

Ponta Mamoli

Southern Mozambique

Explore more than 15 top dive sites between Ponta do Ouro and Ponta Mamoli - a diving region in Mozambique that boasts a high success rate in sightings. Witness zambezi sharks, hammerheads, potatoe bass and the many beautiful coral fish that inhabit the reefs. Each reef ranges in depth, from 10 meters down to 48 meters which caters for both beginner and advanced divers...

Ponta Membene

Southern Mozambique

Ponta Membene is a perfect holiday destination for those looking for complete tranquility surrounded by pure nature on camping grounds only with convenient communal facilities available ...

Ponta Milibangalala

Southern Mozambique

Ponta Milibangalala is located in the Maputo Special Reserve offering holiday seekers the opportunity to go on an adventurous game drive where elephants, hippos, crocodiles, antelope, zebras, giraffe among others roam in this peaceful reserve of large lakes, wetlands, majestic plains, grasslands, coastal and mangrove forests

Ponta Mucombo

Southern Mozambique

Safely walk for miles along pristine unspoilt beaches amongst some of the highest coastal dunes in the world offering remarkable ocean and sunset views. Snorkel and explore various tidal and rock pools home to small fish, crabs, molluscs and other tiny marine life - a fun beach activity especially for kids ...

Santa Maria

Southern Mozambique

Find beautiful pansy shells off the beaches of Santa Maria during a spring low tide, full or new moon.

Barra

Southern Mozambique

Barra is located within the well known diving hotspot of the Manta Coast offering diving enthusiasts the opportunity to explore an array of beautiful reefs close by.

Bartolomeu Dias Point

Southern Mozambique

Kayak around the stunnning Govuro River delta estuary in Bartolomeu Dias Point is where one can explore numerous mangroves and tropical islands.

Bazaruto Islands

Southern Mozambique

Santa Carolina (One of the Bazaruto Islands) hosted the popular and well known TV Show 'Survivor South Africa' in 2010.

Coconut Bay

Southern Mozambique

The Manta Reef is approximately 4km off shore from the Coconut Bay launch site and is one of the few manta ray cleaning stations world-wide! This rocky coral reef offers divers the opportunity for up close encounters with these magnificent creatures whose wingspan can reach some 7 metres across.

Guinjata Bay

Southern Mozambique

Various studies have shown that the reefs of the Mozambique Channel are home to almost 400 species of coral making it one of the most diverse coral populations on the planet!

Inhambane

Southern Mozambique

If you are in town in November then the annual dhow race is something not to be missed. It draws huge crowds and offers the winner substantial price money (almost the equivalent of their annual earnings!)

Inharrime

Southern Mozambique

Inharrime was once served by an isolated narrow gauge railway from the port of Inhambane which serviced local plantations and food processing factories

Inhassoro

Southern Mozambique

Visit the stunnning Govuro River delta 36km north of Inhassoro where one can explore numerous mangroves and tropical islands.

Jangamo Beach

Southern Mozambique

Various studies have shown that the reefs of the Mozambique Channel are home to almost 400 species of coral making it one of the most diverse coral populations on the planet!

Ligogo Bay

Southern Mozambique

Migrating whales can be seen breaching off the coast of Barra between September and October, so keep an eye out for these magnificent creates if you are travelling to Mozambique during this migration period.

Massinga

Southern Mozambique

Either take a leisurely stroll or a fat-bike from the main beach 2½km north to Fingers Reef where (during low tide) you can enjoy some snorkelling. Pansy Island further south is also popular for its snorkelling and for collecting pansy shells of course.

Morrumbene / Linga Linga

Southern Mozambique

Explore the stunning mangrove estuary averaging 2km wide home to a wide variety of waterbird species including the flamingo

Morrungulo Bay

Southern Mozambique

Each dive site in Morrungulo Bay is well known for sightings of green / leatherback turtles, a variety of sharks such as the hammerhead, bull shark, tiger shark, leopard shark and oceanic black tip shark as well as various rays like the manta ray, eagle ray and devil ray. Resident potato bass can be seen guarding the reef whilst huge shoals of of pelagic game fish like the barracuda and kingfish circle above.

Paindane

Southern Mozambique

Not only does Paindaine's 1.5km reef provide shelter and calm conditions, it's also home to a vast variety of tropical fish species and coral life, making this a snorkeler's paradise for all ages and claims to be one of best snorkeling reefs along Mozambique's coastline!

Pomene

Southern Mozambique

Ponta Falsa (the tip of Pomene beach) has some great rocky cliff features including the "whole in the wall" and a huge blowhole. Explore the ruins of the Old Pomene Hotel which was once the holiday home of Samora Machel where one can admire beautiful bay views

Rocha

Southern Mozambique

Beneath the ocean depths off Rocha's coastline are 4 spectacular reefs to endlessly explore namely Praia da Rocha Reef, Chambers of Secrets Reef, Simons Town Reef and Krakatoa reef a little south of Rocha

San Sebastian Peninsula

Southern Mozambique

Above sea and on land, this diverse ecosystem is home to wildlife you wouldn't quite expect including Livingstone's Eland, Kudu, Sable antelope, Blue Wildebeest, Plains Zebra, Giraffe, Nyala, Duiker and Steenbok. And magnificent flocks of pelicans and flamingos is a sight to behold.

Tofo

Southern Mozambique

Tofo Bay is ideally situated along the well renowned Manta Coast - a popular dive site region for all levels of diving experience with over 30 dive sites to explore.

Vilanculos

Southern Mozambique

The bay waters are clear, calm and relatively shallow between mainland and the islands providing ideal conditions for kitesurfing and safe bathing. Diving, snorkeling and big game fishing is extremely popular within the Bazaruto Archipelago and is renowned as one of the best fishing regions off Mozambique's coast for black marlin.

Zavora

Southern Mozambique

Zavora is a beautiful beach renowned for its huge protective reef running 2km parallel and close to the shoreline. This reef acts as a natural tidal pool with shallow, calm waters, perfect for activities such as snorkeling, swimming and fishing

Bilene

Southern Mozambique

Bilene is well known for its close proximity to Johannesburg and is very popular with South Africans due to the leisure options that the lagoon offers.

Chongoene

Southern Mozambique

Spend a day of endless snorkeling with the massive 4km reef running parallel to Chongoene's beach which also offers safe bathing and calm waters for the entire family

Xai Xai

Southern Mozambique

Wenela tidal pool is a natural underwater blowhole located approximately 2km south of Xai Xai. The spectacular blowhole effect occurs when immense tidal pressure from the ocean forces water through an underwater channel beneath the reef. This is definitely a tidal pool to see and not swim in!

Island of Mozambique

Northern Mozambique

The Island of Mozambique has played an important role since the 10th century in intercontinental trade to the East, in the 16th century is was an established and wealthy trading port for ships sailing on monsoon winds and where cargoes of ivory, gold and slaves were traded for fabrics and spices from India and Arabia.

Mossuril Bay

Northern Mozambique

To help sustain and support the local community, it would be appreciated if you bring unwanted supplies along such as clothes, toys for kids, medical supplies (bandages, medicine etc), school stationary or anything else you could think of that would put a smile on the communities faces. Every bit counts!

Nacala

Northern Mozambique

Did you know, Nacala's port is the 2nd deepest port in the world (as deep as 200m)!! This region also boasts some of the best diving locations in Africa! Explore numerous dive sites that are hardly known of with experienced dive charters available.

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Lake Niassa (Lake Malawi)

Northern Mozambique

Lake Malawi is famous for its huge swarms of lake flies! These tiny harmless flies, which when they hatch, form huge plumes resembling smoke rising up from the water. The local children find them a real treat and when they land on shore they gather them up by the handful then make them into "cakes" fry then eat them!

Ilha do Fogo

Central Mozambique

±10km South East of Ilha do Fogo is the visible Dutch shipwreck of Bredenhof which wrecked off Ilha Silva back in 1753. The ship was a Dutch East-India Company (VOC or Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie) which contained silver ingots, lead ingots, copper coins, cannons. In 1986, an excavation company discovered a treasure load of silver ingots and copper coins which was taken and auctioned in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Could there still be more treasure to be found?

Pemba

Northern Mozambique

Pemba Bay is the 3rd largest natural bay in the world (13,000 HA) and the largest bay in Africa from Ponta do Diabo to Ponta Maunhane. It is said that if every ship in the world had to dock in Pemba Bay, there would still be space for more!

Quirimba Archipelago Islands

Northern Mozambique

Many people claim that the Quirimbas Archipelago islands is not only the best scuba diving and big game fishing location in Africa, but the best in the world! The Quirimba offers you one of the top ten scuba sites on the planet.

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Bazaruto Islands

Southern Mozambique

Santa Carolina (One of the Bazaruto Islands) hosted the popular and well known TV Show 'Survivor South Africa' in 2010.

Machangulo

Southern Mozambique

Visitors will be pleasantly treated with a game drive through the Maputo Special Reserve before reaching the Machangulo Peninsula. Spot various wildlife from elephants to giraffes, zebra, antelope, flamingos, crocodiles, hippos, birdlife among others ...

Zavora

Southern Mozambique

Zavora is a beautiful beach renowned for its huge protective reef running 2km parallel and close to the shoreline. This reef acts as a natural tidal pool with shallow, calm waters, perfect for activities such as snorkeling, swimming and fishing

Island of Mozambique

Northern Mozambique

The Island of Mozambique has played an important role since the 10th century in intercontinental trade to the East, in the 16th century is was an established and wealthy trading port for ships sailing on monsoon winds and where cargoes of ivory, gold and slaves were traded for fabrics and spices from India and Arabia.

Tofo

Southern Mozambique

Tofo Bay is ideally situated along the well renowned Manta Coast - a popular dive site region for all levels of diving experience with over 30 dive sites to explore.

Santa Maria

Southern Mozambique

Find beautiful pansy shells off the beaches of Santa Maria during a spring low tide, full or new moon.

Pomene

Southern Mozambique

Ponta Falsa (the tip of Pomene beach) has some great rocky cliff features including the "whole in the wall" and a huge blowhole. Explore the ruins of the Old Pomene Hotel which was once the holiday home of Samora Machel where one can admire beautiful bay views

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Categories Explained

For better understanding, we have put together a brief summary guide of what each category means and to also give you an idea of what each associated icon refers to when you see them on listings & adverts.

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Backpackers Lodge:

Those who are on a tight budget should keep a lookout for this category icon. This type of establishment offers dormitory (shared) bedroom accommodation with other "Backpackers" generally using either single beds or bunk beds with a communal kitchen and shared ablutions.

Bar On-Site:

Meaning the venue has its own bar on-site with staff serving alcohol/non-alcohol beverages and perhaps "pub-grub" included. They may offer satellite TV for bar patrons to follow the latest sporting fixtures live and may also host live music on certain days / evenings.

Bed & Breakfast:

If an establishment has this icon, this means they either include breakfast in their rates or offer the opportunity for you to choose to include breakfast during your stay which is usually served to guests in an on-site breakfast room dinette or restaurant. Some B&B's offer basic / light (continental) breakfasts, Full English breakfasts or buffet style breakfast options.

Campsite / Glamping:

Either they offer camping grounds for you to pitch your own tent if on a tight budget and / or they have their own pre-setup tents for you to camp in, some offering private facilities (aka "Glamping") within their tents such as beds, a fridge, sofa and bathroom.

Conference Venue:

This means the establishment has a dedicated hall room specially arranged and equipped with most facilities to host important business meetings, teambuilding events or any other occasion alike.

Disabled Friendly Accommodation:

Goes without saying. Any establishment marked with this icon and listed under this category offers facilities for those who have reduced mobility. They may have basic facilities for these conditions or advanced. Kindly enquire with them directly for more information and/or specific requirements you may need.

Dive Charter:

These are dive centres who are a team of qualified dive instructors (PADI which means Professional Association of Diving Instructors) offering SCUBA diving lessons for clients and excursions to some of the best dive sites in the region for an unforgettable underwater adventure.

Eco Lodges:

Environmentally friendly establishments built by local communities using naturally sourced / non-toxic materials with the objective of protecting the surrounding habitat. These types of lodges range from rustic bush and beach to luxury accommodation. Not only does this movement protect the environment, but it also helps support local families.

Fishing Charter:

This means the associated business offers professional paid-for deep sea fishing charters / outings and excursions for those fishing enthusiasts (and for newbies). They generally have a fully equipped fishing boat and all the fishing gear ready for clients to bait up and cast a line. Their expertize, knowledge and experience will reward you with some of the best fishing spots for an action packed deep sea fishing experience.

For Sale:

If you're looking to invest or buy property in Mozambique, keep an eye out for this category for the latest in the property market.

Full Board Accommodation:

Full Board means breakfast, lunch and dinner (also known as "All Inclusive"). If a venue is listed under this category, then they either offer guests the choice of a full board meal plan during their stay or their rates by default include full board meals. a lot of these establishments will have private personal chefs serving guests top class cuisine.

Group Accommodation:

Because this is a popular search and request amongst many, we have created this specific category for exactly that - group accommodation which is very much the same as our Holiday Homes category. These are establishments that can cater and accommodate for large groups of 8 people and up in the same house / unit offering most self catering facilities as if you are "home away from home".

Guest House:

Similar to a typical B&B, a Guest House is usually a private house offering very few accommodation units all within the main building structure (or some seperately). Some serve home cooked meals within their in-house dining room specially catered to seat all their guests and offer a lounge area where fellow travellers can interact, socialize and share stories.

Holiday Home:

This type of accommodation is usually ideal for large groups of people going on holiday being a "home away from home" with numerous bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen for your self catering needs, lounge, toilets, braai/BBQ area, some with a swimming pool and some offering exclusive privacy.

Honeymoon / Romantic Accommodation:

Very self-explanatory. A venue will be listed under this category if they offer a specific luxury, private honeymoon suite or because our admin has "hand-picked" the establishment to be perfect for such an occasion based on their location and facilities offered. However, you are the best judge when it comes to planning that special getaway with your loved one anyway. Pssst ... and it doesn't have to be expensive either to enjoy, right?!

Hotel:

A hotel is generally a large premises that can accommodate a large amount of guests in many adjacent rooms grading from standard 2 sleeper units to "executive" luxury suites offering more in-room space and facilities. They generally have a restaurant and bar on-site for all day meals and drinks (quite often offered on a buffet dining basis). Other on-site facilities may include a swimming pool, gym, spa, in/outdoor entertainment area for kids, a conference / wedding room for meetings / ceremonies and a small shop.

Restaurant / Personal Chef(s) On-Site:

This indicates that the establishment has a small / large restaurant on-site for their guests (they may also accept walk-ins for non-guests) or they have on-board catering staff serving guests in their own private space or in a designated dining area.

Self Catering:

This type of establishment offers guests facilities required to cater / cook on their own terms whether it be within a holiday home for example or on communal grounds.

Spa:

This means the establishment has spa facilities and services offered to guests who are looking for personal treatments during their vacation.

Tours & Safaris:

These business services can range from swimming with dolphins, horse riding, city tours, boat tours, island tours, dhow tours to game drives and more. You'll have to click on their advert to find out more and what they have to offer.

Wedding Venue:

This means, the venue has all the on-site facilities and catering services to host large or small weddings and ceremonies. Depending on the size of the wedding, some may have enough units to accommodate all wedding guests.