Enjoy the town’s lively nightlife and spot a range of exotic subaquatic life, including whale sharks, manta rays and sea turtles.
Tofo is a picturesque beach town with watersports and a lively ambiance. It is known for animated bars that back onto the pristine Tofo Beach and warm Indian Ocean. Find accommodations at one of the luxury beach villas that adorn the scenic strand and stay a while for the bubbly atmosphere.
Find the Tofo Scuba operator on the northern part of the beach. Take a scuba diving course at one of the many dive sites along the coast, with such intriguing names as Hogwarts, Coliseum and Devils. See a variety of colorful creatures, including manta rays and whale sharks. You can also stay at their Tilak Lodge, which features en suite rooms in bungalows with balconies overlooking the beach.
Sunbathe on a deck chair and swim in the clear water. The winter months from April to September provide warm and dry weather, while summers can be a bit stifling and wet.
Purchase snacks and drinks from the vendors and huts by the beach and stay for the sunset, when red hues begin to appear in the African sky. Enjoy dinner and drinks at one of the lively beach bars.
Choose from the range of budget hostels and luxury hotels in the heart of the town. Get a glimpse into the local culture with a trip to the busy vegetable market. Rent a car and drive south for 10 minutes to the nearby Tofinho (Little Tofo) district for its charming beach houses and picturesque vistas. Sunbathe at Tofinho Beach.
Find the town in the southeastern corner of Mozambique in southern Africa. It is on a small headland that juts out from the mainland, about 175 miles (280 kilometers) north of the Xai-Xai District. Fly to nearby Inhambane Airport from Johannesburg. You can also arrive at the larger Maputo Airport, which is a 7-hour drive south.
Tofo is a party haven with a stunning stretch of sand and a variety of sea life.
