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Tofo Beach
Benguerra Island
Tofo is the best diving spot in Mozambique thanks to a massive underwater reef and attracts enthusiasts from
all over the world. Reef sharks and manta rays are present in the clear blue waters alongside a host of colourful
fish. There are more diving operators than you can shake a stick at, including our favourite Peri Peri Divers, so you
shouldn’t find it hard to get beneath the waves for a fair price. The nightlife at Tofo is also right up there with the
best the country has to offer; the town is very much a case of play hard party harder. The beach itself is broken up
into several sections, each comprised of beautiful golden sand.
Not technically one beach, Benguerra offers a whole
island’s worth of sand to explore, located just off
the coast in the Indian Ocean. Part of the Barazuto
Archipelago National Park, Benguerra offers
pristine sandy beaches, has wetlands and forested
areas inland, and is another classy diving location
(although snorkelling is also popular for the less
experienced) coral reefs surround the island hosting
all manner of marine life. Another popular activity
is fishing; you can take a boat out to sea and catch
some huge fish which are speedily released back
into their natural habitat. With a myriad of beaches
to explore, it may be difficult to experience the
tropical wonderland of Benguerra, but at least make
sure to capture the towering dunes and endlessly
shifting sandbanks of this tropical wonderland.
MOZAMBIQUE
Most travellers are completely unaware that Mozambique has some of the most awe-inspiring coastlines in
Africa, so it is a nice surprise the first time they stumble onto a beautiful sandy beach. We just ruined that
surprise for you, but we are also going to give you the lowdown on the very best beaches around, so don’t be
too upset. Mozambique is a very active place, so many of the beaches are dominated by sporting activities
like scuba diving and jet skiing but if you’re all worn out from a long bus journey there are others perfect for
just lying back with a good book. Additionally, many of the beaches play host to or are within easy reach of
surprisingly good nightlife where you can drink beneath the stars as the water laps at your ankles. Hostels and
places to eat are usually conveniently located too.
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Tofo Beach
Benguerra Island
Tofo is the best diving spot in Mozambique thanks to a massive underwater reef and attracts enthusiasts from
all over the world. Reef sharks and manta rays are present in the clear blue waters alongside a host of colourful
fish. There are more diving operators than you can shake a stick at, including our favourite Peri Peri Divers, so you
shouldn’t find it hard to get beneath the waves for a fair price. The nightlife at Tofo is also right up there with the
best the country has to offer; the town is very much a case of play hard party harder. The beach itself is broken up
into several sections, each comprised of beautiful golden sand.
Not technically one beach, Benguerra offers a whole
island’s worth of sand to explore, located just off
the coast in the Indian Ocean. Part of the Barazuto
Archipelago National Park, Benguerra offers
pristine sandy beaches, has wetlands and forested
areas inland, and is another classy diving location
(although snorkelling is also popular for the less
experienced) coral reefs surround the island hosting
all manner of marine life. Another popular activity
is fishing; you can take a boat out to sea and catch
some huge fish which are speedily released back
into their natural habitat. With a myriad of beaches
to explore, it may be difficult to experience the
tropical wonderland of Benguerra, but at least make
sure to capture the towering dunes and endlessly
shifting sandbanks of this tropical wonderland.
MOZAMBIQUE
Most travellers are completely unaware that Mozambique has some of the most awe-inspiring coastlines in
Africa, so it is a nice surprise the first time they stumble onto a beautiful sandy beach. We just ruined that
surprise for you, but we are also going to give you the lowdown on the very best beaches around, so don’t be
too upset. Mozambique is a very active place, so many of the beaches are dominated by sporting activities
like scuba diving and jet skiing but if you’re all worn out from a long bus journey there are others perfect for
just lying back with a good book. Additionally, many of the beaches play host to or are within easy reach of
surprisingly good nightlife where you can drink beneath the stars as the water laps at your ankles. Hostels and
places to eat are usually conveniently located too.
