Diving in Delagoa
Quick Facts
- • Entry types: Mostly shore entries
- • Expect: Varies by conditions visibility
- • Highlights: Discover Delagoa's dive spots
Explore the underwater wonders of Delagoa, ecoregion. This region features 71 documented dive spots, each offering unique underwater experiences. Whether you're seeking calm snorkeling bays, challenging freediving depths, or exciting scuba adventures, Delagoa has something for every underwater explorer. Browse detailed spot information, check current conditions from recent dive logs, and connect with the local diving community to make the most of your visit.
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2 Mile Reef Pinnacles
2 Mile Reef Pinnacles is a dive site characterized by its average depth of 10 meters and a maximum depth of 12 meters, accessible exclusively by boat. The site features several pinnacles, including the notable 'Old Woman Pinnacle,' which rises to a depth of 6 meters. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, such as Peacock Mantis Shrimp, Geometric Moray Eels, Puffer Fish, Green Sea Turtles, Scribbled Filefish, Goldies, and Whitetip Reef Sharks.
2 Mile Stringer
2 Mile Stringer consists of two rocky outcrops surrounded by sandy areas, serving as a habitat for various marine species. This site is recognized as a nursery for juvenile fish and attracts game fish. The dive depth ranges from 10 to 13 meters and is located beyond the backline. Conditions are optimal for diving when the sea is calm, as strong currents can occur. Notable marine life includes paper fish, frogfish, harlequin shrimp, rays, potato bass, moray eels, and juvenile emperor angelfish. Access to this site is exclusively by boat.
3 Mile Reef Hotspots
3 Mile Reef Hotspots is a dive site accessed exclusively by boat. The site features an average depth of 25 meters, with a maximum depth reaching 32 meters. Divers enter the water using a negative entry technique. Marine life commonly observed here includes Whip Coral Gobies, Salt and Pepper Moray Eels, Lionfish, Gorgeous Gussies, Paperfish, Garden Eels, Manta Rays, Spotted Eagle Rays, and Golden Moray Eels.
7 Miles Reef
7 Miles Reef is a dive site with an average depth of 16 meters and a maximum depth reaching 22 meters, designated for advanced divers. Access to the site is exclusively by boat, and divers utilize a negative entry method to enter the water. The marine life here includes frequent sightings of turtles and rays, alongside schools of colorful goldies and various other reef fish that inhabit the coral environment.
9 Mile Coral Tree
9 Mile Coral Tree is located at 9 Mile Reef in Sodwana Bay, featuring an average depth of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 22 meters. This dive site is exclusively accessible by boat and is designated for Advanced Divers. The reef is inhabited by various marine species, including goldies, moray eels, tube anemones, frogfish, scorpionfish, and the notable green tree coral.
Adventure Reef - 2 Mile Reef
Adventure Reef, located at 2 Mile Reef, features a stretch of coral reef on the seaward side, with sandy areas to the east and west. The site reaches a maximum depth of approximately 18 meters, with an average depth of around 16 meters. It is characterized by small coral domes and includes two notable shallow caves. These caves are often visited by Whitetip Reef Sharks and a Giant Moray Eel. Additionally, the southern section of the site is notable for a high population of Redbarred Rockcod.
Amazon
The Amazon dive site features a C-shaped reef characterized by two ledges, craters, and expansive swim-throughs. This area is relatively untouched due to its remote location, resulting in generally excellent visibility. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including reef and pelagic fish, with leopard sharks being one of the notable species present. Additionally, sightings of other shark species such as Whitetip, Grey reef, Blacktip reef sharks, and scalloped Hammerheads are possible. Manta rays and spotted eagle rays may also be observed occasionally.
Amphitheater
Amphitheater is located less than a kilometer from the Marble Arch dive site. This dive reaches a maximum depth of 18 meters, making it suitable for divers looking to practice their open water skills before exploring deeper waters. The site features a sandy area surrounded by a vibrant reef, rich in coral and marine life. The abundance of sunlight enhances the colors of the underwater scenery, making it an excellent location for macro photography enthusiasts.
Anchor
Anchor dive site features an average depth of 18 meters, reaching a maximum of 21 meters. Access to this site is exclusively by boat. Divers can observe a diverse range of marine life, including turtles, nudibranchs, butterfly fish, bat fish, damsels, trumpet fish, starfish, feather stars, as well as various corals, sponges, and whip coral.
Antons
Antons is a dive site located at coordinates -27.532700, 32.682100, accessible only by boat. The site features Anton’s Reef, named after one of the early dive operators in the area, Anton Buchel. The reef includes various gullies, a long swim-through, and boulders interspersed with sandy patches. The average depth is 12 meters, with a maximum depth reaching 16 meters. Divers can observe a variety of coral types, including fleshy soft coral, table coral, and spiral coral, along with colorful sponges. The reef is home to numerous reef fish, such as titan triggerfish, and offers cleaning stations located in caves and under overhangs. Regular sightings of rays and eels enhance the diving experience.
Atlantis
Atlantis features a unique reef structure resembling a submerged city, characterized by large square boulders that resemble building blocks on the ocean floor. The reef is adorned with whip corals and various tree corals, including Green, Black, and White varieties, which thrive in the crevices and along the walls. This site is notable for its diverse marine life, including the Spanish Dancer and the electric blue and yellow Sea Cucumber, commonly referred to as Sea Apple. The depth of the reef attracts game fish and sharks, making it a dynamic environment for divers.
Baix De Naix
Baix De Naix is located approximately 45 minutes by boat from Inhaca. This dive site features an underwater reef system that is comparable to Aliwal and Two Mile. The starting point for dives is determined by the prevailing current, which influences the anchor position. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life typical of the eastern seaboard of Mozambique, including angelfish, surgeonfish, butterflyfish, and triggerfish. The open water nature of the site allows for sightings of pelagic species, including rays and sharks. The dive is generally conducted with two tanks per diver.
Bass City
Bass City is a dive site with an average depth of 20 meters and a maximum depth reaching 23 meters. Access to this location is exclusively by boat, utilizing a surf launch to enter the ocean. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including Bass, Basslets, Lion Fish, Eels, Bat Fish, Dusky Sweepers, Box Fish, Garden Eels, Tropical Flounders, Frog Fish, and Paper Fish.
Benchmark
Benchmark is a notable dive site located approximately 30 minutes from Peri-Peri Dive Camp. The site features a spectacular reef known for its diverse marine life, including sharks, rays, and groupers. Divers can expect to encounter potato groupers frequently, along with rays and large giant trevallies found beneath the ledges. The area is also known for sightings of dolphins and hammerhead sharks during the boat ride to the site.
Bread Loaf
Bread Loaf is a dive site with an average depth of 12 meters and a maximum depth reaching 14 meters. Access to this location is exclusively by boat, involving a surf launch into the sea. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including Marbled Electric Rays, Anemones, Coachmen, Trigger Fish, Rockcod, Emperor Fish, Nudibranchs, and numerous reef fish species.
Caves
Caves offers a shallow dive experience with a maximum depth of 12 meters. The site is characterized by impressive swim-throughs and unique topography, making it an engaging dive. Divers should bring a torch to explore the darker areas effectively. The surface conditions should be calm and flat for optimal entry. Marine life commonly observed includes turtles and various reef fish, while sharks can be found within the caves and swim-throughs. Lobsters are also present, often hiding in crevices.
Chamber Of Secrets
Chamber of Secrets is a horseshoe-shaped dive site in Tofo, Mozambique, with depths ranging from 14 to 18 meters (46 to 59 feet). The site features vertical walls that extend 6 to 8 meters (19 to 26 feet) high, along with swim-throughs and caves that provide habitat for marine species like sea turtles, lobsters, and reef fish. It is located near Whale Shark Alley, making it a common area for whale shark sightings.
Checkers
Checkers is a dive site with an average depth of 16 meters and a maximum depth reaching 19 meters. Access to this location is exclusively by boat, making it a convenient spot for divers. The site is suitable for divers of all experience levels. Marine life includes Frog Fish, Ribbon Eels, Potato Bass, Scorpion Fish, Mantis Shrimp, Paper Fish, Spotted Rays, and a variety of corals, sponges, and anemones.
Clownfish
Clownfish is a shallow dive site located within Tofo Bay, featuring depths ranging from 6 to 12 meters. This site is particularly suitable for beginner divers, providing an opportunity to practice essential skills for entry-level courses. The area is characterized by a vibrant array of tropical fish and coral, making it an excellent location for those interested in macro marine life.
Coliseum / Hospital
Coliseum, also known as Hospital, features a reef that ranges in depth from approximately 21 to 32 meters. Access to the site is via boat, requiring a journey of about 19 kilometers, which takes around 35 minutes. Divers can expect a bottom time of 23 minutes when using air, while nitrox allows for an extended time of 32 minutes. The site is known for encounters with various shark species, including Whitetip, Grey reef, and Leopard sharks. Additionally, divers may spot Spotted Eagle Rays, Malabar Groupers, Leaf Fish, Honeycomb Moray Eels, and Garden Eels.
Compass Rocks Sodwana Bay
Compass Rocks, located in Sodwana Bay, features a depth of 16 meters and consists of loose standing rocks surrounded by sandy areas. This dive site is positioned between Stringer Reef and Anton’s Reef, making it an ideal location for practicing compass navigation. The rocky environment is inhabited by various juvenile fish species, including Cardinalfish, Surgeonfish, Snappers, and Rockcods (Grunters). Additionally, large rays can often be spotted in the sandy regions between the rocks.
Coral Gardens
Coral Gardens is characterized by a diverse array of hard and soft corals, providing habitat for various juvenile fish species. This site is notable for sightings of the Blue Banded Surgeonfish, along with large schools of Penciled Surgeonfish and Humpback Snapper. The site is suitable for divers of all experience levels, offering a scenic and relaxing dive environment.
Crèche
Crèche is a dive site with an average depth of 12 meters and a maximum depth reaching 14 meters. Access to this site is exclusively by boat, utilizing a surf launch for entry. Divers can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life, including juvenile fish, Honeycomb Moray Eels, Paper Fish, Green Turtles, Crocodile Fish, Banner Fish, Trigger Fish, and Butterfly Fish.
Deep Sponge - 2 Mile Reef
Deep Sponge is an advanced dive site located approximately 500 meters from the shore at Two Mile Reef. The site features a relatively flat reef that descends from 27 meters to 30 meters, where a slight wall can be observed on the seaward side. The area is predominantly covered with soft corals, but the most notable feature is the presence of large vase-like sponges. Divers may encounter various marine life, including turtles, potato bass, and large schools of game fish.
Doodles
Doodles is the house reef at Ponta do Ouro, with a maximum depth of 17 meters (55 feet). The site features a variety of marine life, including blue-banded snappers, dusky sweepers, potato bass, blue-spotted stingrays, honeycomb rays, and occasional leopard sharks. Visibility ranges from 5 to 15 meters (16 to 50 feet), providing ample opportunities for observation.
EN1
EN1 is a dive site characterized by a reef that lies at depths between 13 and 18 meters. The site is accessible from the shore. Divers can expect a bottom time of approximately 45 minutes while using air. Notable marine life includes crocodile fish, scorpion fish, stone fish, torpedo rays, and flounders. The highlight of this location is the honeycomb whipray, which can grow up to 5 meters in length.
Fingers
Fingers is a dive site characterized by an average depth of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters. Access to this site is exclusively by boat, requiring a surf launch into the ocean. Divers can expect to encounter various marine life, including Black Cheek Moray Eels, Honey Comb Moray Eels, Lion Fish, large rays, and a variety of reef fish. The underwater landscape features plate coral, contributing to the site's ecological diversity.
Fingers
Fingers Reef is characterized by its distinct finger-like formations that extend from the main reef structure. The site is accessible via a boat ride of approximately 2 kilometers, taking around 7 minutes to reach. Divers can explore depths of up to 16 meters. Common marine life includes Banded Boxer Shrimp, Leaf Fish, Nudibranchs, and Frogfish, along with sightings of Torpedo Rays, Kuhl’s Stingrays, and occasionally Jenkins Rays.
Four Buoy, Sodwana Bay
Four Buoy in Sodwana Bay is a dive site accessible only by boat, featuring varied topography with large sand gullies and rocky outcrops. The average depth is 9 meters, reaching a maximum of 12 meters, making it suitable for beginner divers. The site includes ledges and swim-throughs that provide exploration opportunities. Marine life commonly observed here includes bluespotted ribbontail rays, various nudibranchs, honeycomb moray eels, lionfish, loggerhead turtles, redfang triggerfish, emperor angelfish, and yellow-edge lyretails.
Giants Castle
Giants Castle begins at a depth of 26 meters and extends over 350 meters in a north-south orientation. On the eastern side, a ledge descends vertically 7 meters to the seabed, reaching a total depth of 35 meters. Divers can observe various species such as small-eyed stingrays, eagle rays, devil rays, and manta rays, often seen gliding along the seabed or near cleaning stations.
Giants Castle
Giants Castle is a wall dive with depths reaching up to 30 meters. Divers can observe manta rays, eagle rays, devil rays, and other large species, along with potato groupers and Bowmouth guitar sharks. In the crevices, expect to see moray eels, ribbon eels, and frogfish among other marine life.
Gordon’s Drop - 5 Mile Reef
Gordon’s Drop is a flat reef located on the seaward side of 5 Mile Reef, featuring rocky outcrops interspersed with sandy patches. The depth at this site ranges from approximately 24 to 26 meters. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including rare nudibranchs, lobsters, and octopuses, among others.
Gotham, Sodwana Bay
Gotham is an advanced dive site that descends to a depth of 38 meters, situated next to a coral wall. The area is characterized by deep, open water and can experience strong currents, making it suitable for deep and extended range diving. Divers may encounter various shark species, including Zambies (Bull Sharks), Black Tips, and Hammerheads, which often accompany divers as they explore the reef at different depths.
Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon is characterized by steep walls and notable overhangs, providing a dynamic underwater landscape. The site features a depth that averages around 22 meters, with the possibility of dropping beyond 30 meters. It is known for its potential to encounter larger marine life, including white tip reef sharks, grey reef sharks, blacktip sharks, tiger sharks, and large giant trevallies. However, divers should be cautious as the current can be challenging, making it less suitable for inexperienced divers. Access to the site is via boat.
Hogwarts / Outback
Hogwarts, also known as Outback, features a reef that ranges in depth from approximately 22 to 31 meters. The site is accessible via shore entry. Divers can expect a bottom time of 26 minutes on air, which extends to 35 minutes when using nitrox. The area is known for large cleaning stations that attract both Giant and Reef mantas. Additionally, sightings of green turtles, frogfish, and garden eels are common, with significant swim-throughs located at the end of the dive.
Hopscotch
Hopscotch is an advanced dive site accessible exclusively by boat. The area is notable for frequent encounters with Manta Rays. The reef is populated with various planktivorous species, including schooling coachman and different types of goldies. Divers may also observe ribbon eels, Blue barred parrotfish, and Orange spotted rockcod in the vicinity.
Jessor Canyon Cave
Jessor Canyon Cave is located at a depth range of 90 to 130 meters, with a notable cave situated between 107 and 110 meters that serves as a habitat for the Coelacanth, a prehistoric fish often referred to as the 'Dino fish' or 'Old Four Legs'. The site is accessed from the shore, providing divers with the opportunity to explore this unique underwater environment. The area is characterized by its deep canyon features, making it suitable for experienced divers.
Kevs Ledge
Kevs Ledge is a dive site characterized by an average depth of 22 meters, reaching a maximum of 24 meters. Access to this site is exclusively by boat, utilizing a surf launch for entry. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including nudibranchs, reef fish, butterfly fish, bat fish, damselfish, anemones, trumpet fish, and various game fish.
King Fish Alley
King Fish Alley offers a wall dive experience characterized by its dramatic vertical drop. Divers can enter the water from the shore and navigate along the wall, where they may encounter various marine life, including King Fish and King Barracuda. The dive typically lasts around 22 minutes, during which divers can experience the thrill of moving swiftly along the wall. Conditions can vary with the tide, affecting the entry points and the overall dive experience.
Komati Springs
Komati Springs is a dive site that was rehabilitated in 2002, effectively eliminating the remnants of past mining activities. The site features a significant underwater hole and an interconnected cave system, providing diverse diving opportunities. The open water reaches depths of 55 meters, while the caves have been explored to depths of 186 meters. The dive center is staffed with qualified First Aid Instructors knowledgeable about decompression illness, and emergency contact information is readily available on-site for safety.
Light House Wreck
The Light House Wreck is located just behind the Backline at the North East Corner of Inhaca. The wreck is situated in 22 meters of water, with its superstructure visible above the surface. It is essential to dive this site during high tide. Notable features include a sandblasted brass propeller. The marine life around the wreck is typical of the Eastern Seaboard, with sightings of Goldies, Angels, Surgeons, Butterfly fish, Pipe fish, and Boxies.
Malongane Ledge
Malongane Ledge is a dive site characterized by an average depth of 45 meters and a maximum depth reaching 55 meters. Access to this site is exclusively by boat, requiring a surf launch into the sea. Divers can encounter a variety of marine life, including large rays, fire corals, moray eels, scorpion fish, and frog fish. There is also a possibility of spotting leopard sharks and Zambezi (bull) sharks during dives.
Manta
Manta Reef is located approximately 22 kilometers from the shore, requiring a boat ride of about 40 minutes. The dive site features depths ranging from 19 meters to 29 meters, allowing for a maximum bottom time of 32 minutes for air divers and 40 minutes for those using Nitrox. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including painted frogfish, shrimp, nudibranchs, giant barracudas, loggerhead turtles, giant morays, ribbon eels, and smaller rays.
Manta Reef
Manta Reef features a depth range of 25 to 30 meters (82 to 100 feet) and is frequented by manta rays, as well as various fish species including parrotfish, scorpionfish, and clownfish. The site is accessible by boat, with visibility typically between 10 to 15 meters (33 to 49 feet), occasionally reaching up to 20 meters (66 feet).
Marble Arch
Marble Arch is located in the area known as 'Whale shark alley' and is characterized by its notable swim-throughs. This dive site is suitable for open water divers aiming to enhance their buoyancy control while exploring its unique underwater topography. The sandy peripheries of the site host various species of rays and guitarfish, making it a point of interest for divers. Additionally, the site is rich in macro life, with numerous nudibranchs and other small creatures present for those interested in macro photography.
Matswa
Matswa is a deep northern dive site characterized by extensive reef formations that seem to stretch indefinitely. Divers can expect to encounter strong currents, making it essential for those with experience. The site features numerous cleaning stations, pinnacles, and overhangs, providing diverse habitats for marine life. Notable species include tiger sharks, blacktip sharks, white tip reef sharks, nurse sharks, and leopard sharks, along with various ray species. The entry to the site is from the shore.
Mavericks
Mavericks is a dive site with an average depth of 25 meters and a maximum depth reaching 28 meters. Access to this site is exclusively by boat, requiring a surf launch into the open sea. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including game fish, nudibranchs, reef fish, butterfly fish, bat fish, damsels, anemones, and trumpet fish.
Mellow Yellow, Sodwana Bay
Mellow Yellow is a dive site located at the southern end of Bikini, accessible exclusively by boat. This site is suitable for beginner divers and is characterized by the presence of large shoals of yellow fish. Marine life commonly observed here includes Durban Dancing Shrimp, Cardinal Fish, Nudibranchs, and various species of snappers such as Blue Banded, Yellow, Blue Lined, and Bengal Snappers, along with Flame Goat Fish and White King Fish.
Mikes Cupboard
Mikes Cupboard is characterized by a series of interconnected bowls, caves, overhangs, and gullies, making it an ideal site for divers of all experience levels. The location is particularly appealing for underwater photographers looking to capture images of nudibranchs. Access to the site is via a boat, with a travel time of approximately 10 minutes or a distance of 2 kilometers. Marine life commonly observed here includes greyspotted guitar fish, Kuhl's rays, crocodile fish, leaf fish, frog fish, as well as flute and trumpet fish, providing diverse opportunities for exploration.
Office
The dive site known as Office features a variety of ledges and sandy channels, with the upper sections acting as cleaning stations for manta rays. It is located approximately 17 kilometers from shore, requiring a 30-minute boat ride to access. The depths at this site range from 21 to 28 meters, allowing for a maximum bottom time of 31 minutes for air divers and 40 minutes for those using nitrox. Marine life observed here includes Leopard Sharks, White Tip Reef Sharks, Potato Bass, Giant Moray Eels, Turtles, and a diverse array of tropical and game fish.
Pinnicles Ponta Malongane
Pinnacles Ponta Malongane is a dive site characterized by an average depth of 28 meters, reaching a maximum of 45 meters. Access to this site is exclusively by boat, requiring a surf launch into the open sea. Divers can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life, including Hammerhead Sharks, Zambezi Sharks (Bull Sharks), Dusky Sharks, Manta Rays, Potato Bass (Potato Grouper), and various species of reef fish.
Rainbow Reef
Rainbow Reef is accessible from the shore and offers a dive depth that starts at 10 meters, with a drop-off to 26 meters on either side. This site is suitable for divers of all experience levels and is often chosen as a second dive after exploring deeper locations like Matswa or Benchmark. The reef is rich in marine life, featuring a variety of nudibranchs, including the distinctive orange and white Spanish dancer. Divers can also expect to see lobsters, sharks, and rays, along with a diverse array of colorful corals.
Reggies
Reggies is a dive site located approximately 16 kilometers from shore, accessible by boat. The dive begins at depths of 23 to 30 meters, allowing for a bottom time of 25 minutes when using air and up to 40 minutes with nitrox. The site is characterized by extensive green tree corals and a variety of soft corals that are spread throughout the area. Divers can expect to encounter diverse marine life, including various species of sharks, both manta ray types, large potato groupers, small-eyed stingrays, frogfish, Spotted Eagle rays, and Devil rays.
Riana’s Arch
Riana's Arch is a notable dive site characterized by a small swim-through that provides access to a diverse array of fish and macro life. This site is particularly known for sightings of long-nose hawkfish, scribbled pipefish, red banded pipefish, fierce two bar anemonefish, and various nudibranchs. Divers are encouraged to use macro settings on their cameras to capture the intricate details of the marine life. The entry to the site is from the shore, making it accessible for divers looking to explore the underwater environment in Ponta.
Ribbon Reef - 5 Mile
Ribbon Reef - 5 Mile consists of a series of rocky formations arranged in a ribbon-like structure, interspersed with large sandy areas where rays can often be found camouflaged. The reef is rich in fish diversity, with numerous juvenile fish taking refuge beneath the table corals and within the crevices of the rock formations. This site is accessible by boat.
Robs Bottom
Robs Bottom is located approximately 35 minutes south of Tofo Beach, situated along a deep-water ridge that reaches depths of 23 meters. This site is known for its diverse marine life, including the critically endangered Small Eye Stingray, as well as Mantas and reef sharks. The unpredictable nature of the dive site adds to its unique appeal, making it a notable location for divers seeking large marine species.
Roonies
Roonies is a dive site that requires boat access. It is recommended for advanced divers, particularly those certified to use nitrox, to fully enjoy the diverse marine life present. The site features notable species such as Black Coral Trees, Longnose Hawk Fish, Swallowtail Hawk Fish, and Cleaner Shrimp. Divers can also observe schools of cardinal fish and sweepers in the area.
Salon
Salon features a reef that extends approximately 80 meters, with depths ranging from 9 meters at the top to about 15 meters at the base. The site is accessible via shore entry. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including Kuhl Stingrays, Torpedo Rays, Blue Spotted Ribbon Tail Rays, Crocodile Fish, Spotted Guitar Sharks, Lobsters, Marbled Octopus, and Leaf Fish. The recommended bottom time for divers is around 45 minutes.
Sherwood
Sherwood Forest is known for its prominent cleaning station situated on the main rock dome. The reef's summit lies at depths between 22 and 31 meters, accessible via a boat ride of approximately 3.5 kilometers, taking about 5 minutes. Divers can expect a bottom time of 20 minutes when using air, and up to 30 minutes with nitrox. Marine life frequently encountered includes giant mantas, reef mantas, smalleye stingrays, blotched fantail rays, eagle rays, and large schools of mobula rays.
Simons Caves and Overhangs
Simons Caves and Overhangs is a dive site with an average depth of 10 meters and a maximum depth reaching 16 meters. The site features notable pinnacles and offers opportunities for deep swim-throughs. It is accessible from the shore, making it convenient for divers. Marine life commonly observed here includes White Tip Reef Sharks, Giant Clams, Puffer Fish, Sharpnose Stingrays, Juvenile Black Beauty Snappers, Goldies, Yellow Fin Goatfish, Starry Puffer Fish, and Flame Goat Fish.
Simons Town
Simon's Town is a dive site located in Tofo, Mozambique, with a depth of 15-17 meters (49-56 feet). The site features large rock chimneys with holes and gullies, and you can expect to see a variety of marine life including wrasses, snappers, trevallies, and the prominent whale shark.
Simons Town / Chimney
Simons Town, also known as Chimney, features a reef with depths ranging from 13 to 18 meters. Access to the site is via a boat, approximately 6 kilometers from shore, taking around 10 minutes to reach. The underwater landscape is characterized by large rock chimneys, with numerous holes and gullies radiating outward, providing an interesting environment for divers. The recommended bottom time at this site is 45 minutes, and it is best enjoyed during periods of good visibility.
Steves Ledge
Steves Ledge is a dive site with an average depth of 15 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, making it suitable for newly certified divers. Access to this site is exclusively by boat. Marine life includes Black Cheek Moray Eels, Lionfish, Honeycomb Morays, Blue Spotted Rays, large rays, Potato Bass, Scorpion Fish, and Plate Coral.
Table Top
Table Top is a dive site characterized by two distinct sections: the initial wall located to the north and a plateau that leads to a second wall. The reef's summit is found at depths between 24 and 33 meters. Access to the site is via boat, approximately 4 kilometers away, taking around 10 minutes to reach. Divers can expect a bottom time of 20 minutes when using air, and up to 28 minutes with nitrox. Marine life includes cleaning stations, green tree corals, groupers, sea apples, and various reef fish. Additionally, divers may encounter stingrays such as Kuhl's ray and honeycomb whipray resting in sandy areas on the plateau.
Teddy Bears
Teddy Bears is a shore dive site characterized by large plate corals resembling picnic tables. Divers can expect to encounter schools of various Fusiliers and significant numbers of Blue Banded Snapper. Additionally, this location is notable for sightings of Two Tone Wrasse, which have been observed cleaning fish over the plate coral formations.
Tokyo Drift
Tokyo Drift is a shore entry dive site characterized by a diverse reef ecosystem. The area features various rock formations that can be explored regardless of the current's direction. Divers may encounter multiple cleaning stations and an assortment of soft corals, which attract marine life such as manta rays and leopard sharks. Patience is key for divers hoping to observe these species up close.
Trenches - 2 Mile Reef
The Trenches at 2 Mile Reef is located on the seaward side and features a sloping terrain leading to deeper waters. This area is characterized by trench-like formations where coral structures alternate with sandy channels. The site is notable for its high diversity of Wrasse species, including the African Small Tail Wrasse and Floral Wrasse, as well as a significant variety of Nudibranchs.
Two Mile Reef
Two Mile Reef is a barrier reef located between Bazaruto Island and Benguerra Island. The reef features various hard and soft corals, and is home to a range of marine species such as anemonefish, snappers, parrotfish, and larger species like nurse sharks and rays. Diving depths typically range from 5 to 30 meters, with visibility averaging 15-20 meters.
Unicorn Reef 2 Mile Reef
Unicorn Reef, located at 2 Mile Reef in Sodwana Bay, features a maximum depth of 18 meters. This site consists of a flat coral reef interspersed with coral bommies and trenches. The bommies serve as cleaning stations and attract various marine species, including Sea Goldies and Rockcods (Groupers). Notably, both Little and One Knife Unicorn fish can be observed here, along with the Palette Surgeonfish, which is one of the few locations where adult specimens are found. Access to this dive site is exclusively by boat.
Wayne’s World
Wayne’s World is a dive site with an average depth of 20 meters and a maximum depth reaching 24 meters. Access to this site is exclusively by boat, requiring a surf launch into the sea. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including rays, scorpion fish, black cheek moray eels, honeycomb morays, lionfish, fire coral rock frogfish, and pipefish.
Waynes World
Wayne's World is a dive site accessible exclusively by boat, with an average depth of 14 meters and a maximum depth reaching 16 meters. The site is named after Wayne Schick, a local skipper who operates a restaurant in Sodwana Bay. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including Blue Spotted Ribbon Tail Rays, Raggie Scorpion Fish, and Potato Bass. The area is also home to Thistle Coral, Crown of Thorns Starfish, Whitetip Reef Sharks, and various Nudibranchs.