Ready to check out the best shops in Inhambane for scuba diving, snorkeling, shore diving, free diving or other ocean activities? Zentacle has 4 dive shops where you can rent equipment, book dives, and get guided tours. Discover hand-curated maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
No matter what you're looking for, you can find a diverse range of the best ocean activities in Inhambane to suit your needs.
#1 - &Beyond Benguerra Lodge
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Benguerra is a paradise for both experienced and novice snorkellers and scuba divers. To encourage visitors to enjoy the pristine reefs, a fully equipped dive centre with dive instructor has been set up. There are numerous dive venues available, including the superb Two-Mile Reef. The most striking aspects of scuba diving the reefs around the island is the sheer unspoiled beauty combined with the variety and abundance of marine life. Many exotic reef fish abound such as schooling banner fish, moorish idols, butterfly fish, blue striped snappers, barred sweetlips, goldies, trigger fish and hosts of others. After snorkelling the reef, go to the deserted Pansy Island, a unique breeding ground for the legendary pansy shell.
#2 - Azura
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Imagine staying in some of the world’s most undiscovered, pristine environments. Completely private and removed from the rest of the world. Where authenticity of the experience, without compromising on standards, is the key. Where there is a philanthropic goal of both protecting the environment and giving back to the local community. Azura offers some of Africa’s ultimate private luxury hideaways for just a discerning few to discover. Privately owned and managed, our hotels are small and personalised, with award-winning 'eco-chic' villas, delicious local cuisine, and a whole range of unique experiences to enjoy.
#3 - Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort and Spa
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With 2,500 km of Indian Ocean coastline, Mozambique is an aqua-playground bathed in brilliant watercolour hues. Nowhere is its beauty more pristine than the Bazaruto Archipelago, a protected marine reserve and national park. Ilha de Bazaruto, Island of the Mist, lies 30 km off the mainland. Here, rolling sand dunes melt into clear azure ocean. Swim with dolphins and experience the annual migration of humpback whales from July to September. Set sail for the sunset. Lose yourself to nature’s beauty in one of the last untouched paradises.
#4 - Tofo Scuba
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Tofo Scuba is Mozambique's longest operating dive center, and it's right on the beach!
All dive and snorkel safari trips set off in one of three 8.3 meter semi-rigid superducks powered by twin 90 suzuki four stroke motors. Dives usually take place at any of the 26 local reefs, frequented by large and small marine life.
The dive team is made up of qualified and experienced boat skippers, PADI instructors, divemasters and divemaster trainees.
The dive shop has a fully stocked bar and restaurant. With accommodation to either side of the dive center, it is convenient to enjoy a meal or drink post dive.
Firm believers in continued education, Tofo Scuba offer a full range of PADI training courses including Nitrox certification. Whale watching trips are available.
