Tofo is a coastal town in south-eastern Mozambique. It’s known for the curved Tofo Beach and nearby coral reefs. Huge manta rays circle at Manta Reef, a well-known “cleaning station,” attracting small fish that feed off the rays’ parasites and other debris. Dolphins, whale sharks, and migratory humpback whales also swim off the coast, in the waters of the Indian Ocean. To the north are the resorts of Barra Beach.

A wide and sunny arc of powdery beige sand carves its way along the shoreline to the north and south of tropical Tofo.

Meanwhile, the turquoise-blue rollers of the Indian Ocean buffet the bays, snorkelers, and swimmers whiz through the shallows and bobbing fishing skiffs house smiling locals.

Laid-back life mixed with the heady after-dark atmosphere of the half-Rasta beach bars of Tofo town makes this all nearly irresistible for travelers in search of sun, sand, sea, and relaxation.

Tofo beach is one of Mozambique’s most developed centers of tourism, Tofo Beach. Here you will find a prolific collection of restaurants, cafés, dive centers, and lodgings. Mozambique has a coastline of over 2,500 kilometers, so why is Tofo so unique?

Things to do at Tofo beach Mozambique

Aside from stunning sandy beaches and dramatic landscapes of black coral rock along Tofinho, the pristine waters of the Indian Ocean off of this spit of land offers much more. Humpback Whales (seasonal) are seen from boats and the shore in large numbers; listen to their songs on dives.

Many reef fish and dolphins, turtles, large schools of game fish, marlin, and sailfish are found in Tofo’s waters. A large variety of marine life is found in Tofo as elsewhere all along the coast of Mozambique. Here the main attractions are the megafauna species: the whale shark and the two manta ray species, the reef manta ray, and the giant manta ray.

How to get to Tofo beach Mozambique

Direct flights are available to Inhambane from Johannesburg, Maputo, and Vilanculos. Inhambane Airport is about 30 km from Tofo. However Tofo beach Mozambique has located about 500 km from the capital Maputo and by road, it can be an 8-hour drive

Best time to Visit Tofo beach Mozambique

To spot the magnificent whale shark migrations in Praia do Tofo and the Bazaruto Archipelago, the wet season is the best time to visit Mozambique. If you don’t mind the humidity then you can avoid the peak season (June – September) and visit between November and early-March.

Where to stay at Tofo beach Mozambique

Beach and Ocean Villas Tofinho

Beach Villas

Beach Villa sits a mere stone’s throw away from the famous Tofinho surf break, with spectacular views of the rolling ocean waves and white sand dunes. Situated in tranquil Praia do Tofo, this well-maintained self-catering home sleeps six in three bedrooms.

A unique A-frame home that boasts large balconies on each of the three floors. Look out over the emerald ocean and miles of uncrowded beaches. Keep an eye out for breaching humpback whales and playful bottlenose dolphins.

Ocean Villas

Ocean Villa sits a mere stone’s throw away from the famous Tofinho surf break, with spectacular views of the rolling ocean waves and white sand dunes. Situated in tranquil Praia do Tofo, this well-maintained self-catering home sleeps six in three bedrooms.

A unique A-frame home that boasts large balconies on each of the three floors, you look out onto the emerald ocean and miles of uncrowded beaches. Keep an eye out for breaching humpback whales and playful bottlenose dolphins.