REEF DIVING

The diving here in Mozambique is absolutely phenomenal and a divers paradise.

WHAT MAKES DIVING IN

MOZAMBIQUE SO SPECIAL?

The diving here in Mozambique is absolutely phenomenal and a divers paradise.  The warm waters (the water temperature ranges from 23C in winter to 29C in summer) of the Indian Ocean are teeming with life. We have over 1200 species of fish as well as manta rays, whale sharks, dolphins, turtles, migrating whales. The list is endless, the colours of the pristine reefs, beyond description and we even have uncharted reefs if you want to go exploring.

ABOUT REEF DIVING

From friendly fish like Nuisance the Potato Bass, to the giants of the sea like Humpback Whales, Whale Sharks and Hammerheads, Ponta Do Ouro diving has it all.  This rich marine biodiversity nestled in Maputo National Marine Reserve showcases spectacular and diverse healthy reefs, formed from fossilisation of coastal sand dunes, not by reef-building corals as one might suspect.   This stretch of the Mozambican coastline is a Marine Protected Area which ensures the pristine health and protection of our Coral Reef Structures and Marine Ecosystems.

Join us on one of many underwater adventures combining marine conservation in all our dives.

We have shallow reefs for Open Water students to deep diving with Sharks for the advanced divers, Underwater Explorer can offer you a little of everything. From dolphins, varieties of rays to whales and whale sharks, bass to hammerheads and Zambezi sharks, Mozambique offers spectacular diving with many species and vast variety of sea life.

 Join us for an underwater adventure, from shallow reefs for Open water students, to deeper shark dives for the more advanced diver… a little something for everyone. The water temperature ranges from 21 ºC, with recorded visibility of 25+ meters in winter, May to August. In summer, 29ºC with 15 to 20 meters visibility which illustrates excellent diving all year 

Each dive site has its own special offerings from frog fish, leafy scorpion fish, nudibranchs and macro life to the bigger pelagic’s and turtles, dolphins, and sharks.  Every dive you can expect something different, which makes every dive extra special.

We offer a variety of different dive packages to ensure you get the best out of your time and diving experience with us Underwater Explorer. Please feel free to contact us for more information on what the packages include and the terms and conditions.

All divers must present proof of certification prior to first dive and fill out a standard diving indemnity form. With Oxygen and DAN Kit onboard our fleet of dive boats, we can accommodate large groups, and private launches for personal attention with our expert guides.

“DIVE. EXPERIENCE. EXPLORE.”

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Gear Hire:
  • Don’t have your own? We have gear for hire.  Our staff have everything you may need, and will assist you with finding the right fit for you. 
    BCD 
    DV
    Cylinder
    Fins
    Wetsuit
    Mask
    Weight-belt
    Torch
Seasonal Highlights: What to expect in different seasons?
  • Sea Turtle Nesting Season: November to February
  • The Migration of Humpback Whales: July to November
  • Reef Dives: Daily, 365 days a year
  • Shark Diving: There are always sharks around, but during summer months we expect more action.  

REEF MAP

Shallow Reefs 10-18m
Reef Depth What you might expect
Ridge
12 – 16m
A large cave and overhangs on this reef.
Texas
12 – 16m
A large reef with overhangs and arches.
Breadloaf
10 – 14m
Plate coral, rays and scorpion fish.
Creche
10 – 14m
Juvenile reef fish, on masse.
Doodles
10 – 16m
Octopus, potato bass, rays, moray eels and game fish.
Blacks
10 – 15m
Moray eels a plenty, frog fish and octopus.
Paradise
10 – 18m
Gullies, overhangs, corals moray eels and turtles.
Advanced Dives 18+ m
Reef Depth What you might expect
Anchor
18 – 21m
A large reef with an anchor on the southern end.
Rianna’s Ledge
19 – 25m
Swim through with an incredible variety of fish.
Aquarium
20 – 24m
A pinnacle rock with a hole in the middle.
Kev’s Ledge
21 – 24m
A rock ledge.
Three Sisters
21 – 25m
Three pinnacle rocks about 70m apart.
Pinnacles
28 – 42m
Hammerheads, Zambezi’s and game fish and manta rays. A Deep drop into the ocean.
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