Tofo Manta Reef
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Tofo Manta Reef

Tofo Beach · Inhambane · Mozambique
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Overview

Tofo Beach in Mozambique is East Africa's premier marine megafauna destination. Reef manta rays are present year-round, whale sharks visit from October to March, and humpback whales pass through from July to October. The uncrowded reefs and raw ocean conditions make this a frontier diving experience. Multiple dive operators offer ethical megafauna encounters.

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Marine life

oceanic manta ray
whale shark
humpback whale
loggerhead turtle
reef shark
dolphin
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Dive profile

DEPTH PROFILE

DEPTH PROGRESSION & WAYPOINTS: Tofo Manta Reef

MAX DEPTH:25M
WAYPOINTS:5
0M0M5M5M10M10M15M15M20M20M25M25MSEA SURFACEEntry2MReef section 115MDeepest point25MReef section 212MSafety stop5M
* PLOT SHOWS DIVE PROGRESSION SEQUENTIALLYDiveOne Club Profile v1.2
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Location

Near Tofo Beach, in the Inhambane region of Mozambique.

LAT: -23.850000
LON: 35.550000
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Frequently asked questions

When can I see whale sharks?

October to March — Tofo is one of the world's best whale shark destinations with frequent encounters.

Are mantas year-round?

Yes — Tofo has resident reef mantas year-round, with numbers peaking during the summer months (October-March).

Is Mozambique safe for divers?

Tofo is a well-established diving destination with international operators. The main hazards are currents and occasional poor visibility.

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Data Provenance

This profile is compiled from 3 operator submissions and 142 community logs. Key facts (depth, entry) are verified against official hydrographic charts.

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