Diving & snorkelling in Mozambique

The nicest diving and snorkelling retreats in Mozambique

From clownfish and angelfish, over rays and sharks, to whales and dugongs - they can all be found in the turquoise waters surrounding Mozambique's islands. The Quirimbas and Bazaruto archipelagos are perfect for a snorkelling or diving holiday!

Several of Expert Africa's team are keen divers and between us we have dived from pretty much all of these islands; call us and we'll always be happy to advise from our personal experience. Below are our top tips for the best places to stay if you are visiting Mozambique and want to find the best snorkelling and diving.

Benguerra Beach Holiday

6 days • 1 location
VILANCULOS AIRPORT TO VILANCULOS AIRPORT

This luxurious lodge offers a fantastic blend of total relaxation and more active pursuits. Explore your idyllic surroundings with a range of land and water-based activities before unwinding with a massage and sundowner drinks on the beach.

US$5,260 - US$6,300 per person

Benguerra Lodge

Benguerra has a fully-equipped dive centre and NAUI dive courses are offered. The reefs are pristine and rich in a variety of fish and coral species; with a range of depths to suit beginner and experienced divers, and snorkellers too.

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Azura Beach Holiday

6 days • 1 location
VILANCULOS AIRPORT TO VILANCULOS AIRPORT

Stay in a stunning location on the western coastline of Benguerra Island. Elegant accommodation, a highly personalised level of care and a wide range of land and water-based activities make Azura a fantastic destination for travellers.

US$4,690 - US$5,720 per person

Azura Benguerra

Azura has a PADI Dive Centre with new, top-of-the-range 'Scubapro' equipment. The reefs are rich in a variety of fish and coral species, and offer a range of depths and reef topography to suit both beginners and experienced divers, and snorkellers too.

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Anantara Beach Holiday

6 days • 1 location
VILANCULOS AIRPORT TO VILANCULOS AIRPORT

Enjoy a range of land and water-based activities from Anantara Bazaruto Beach Resort and Spa. A great destination for families, it offers something to keep all ages entertained as well as ample opportunity for utter relaxation.

US$2,670 - US$5,660 per person

Anantara Bazaruto

The reefs around Bazaruto Island are in excellent condition - and this resort has its own dive centre

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