Trip – Tofo, Ponta do Ouro, Kruger National Park

Epic Beach & Bush Adventure: Whale Edition

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12 Days, 11 Nights
12 Dives
2 guided safaris

Immerse yourself in this epic adventure, where Mozambique’s waters come alive with the majestic humpback whale migration (from June to September). As you dive into the vibrant waters of Tofo and Ponta do Ouro, you’ll encounter these gentle giants at the surface as they breach and sing, creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience. In addition to spotting whales, swim alongside manta rays and whale sharks, and explore the rich underwater biodiversity that makes Mozambique a premier dive destination. What truly sets this trip apart is that Mozambique is one of the few places in the world where you can combine world-class diving with a Big 5 safari. After your ocean adventures, cross into neighboring South Africa for a thrilling safari in Kruger National Park, where lions, elephants, leopards, and other iconic wildlife roam free.

This adventure is more than just diving and safari – it’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in marine conservation and community empowerment. From the moment you arrive, you’ll engage with local communities and learn about conservation efforts led by local NGOs and the Maputo Dive Center, including our Zero to Hero Diving initiative, which empowers Mozambican divers and marine biologists.

Whether you’re diving, experiencing local culture, or spotting wildlife in Kruger National Park, every day offers a deep connection to Mozambique’s people, history, and environment. This journey leaves you with more than just memories – it’s an invitation to actively engage in marine conservation, support local communities, and experience the true essence of Mozambique and South Africa.

Ready to embark on this one-of-a-kind adventure? Explore the full itinerary below and discover the magic of whale season, marine life, and the wonders of Mozambique and South Africa’s landscapes.

 Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Welcome

  • Arrive in Tofo and get settled into your accommodation
  • Kick off your experience with an engaging introduction from one of our team members, where you’ll meet the team, learn about the upcoming trip, and get an overview of Mozambique’s incredible history and marine life
  • Enjoy a relaxed, beachfront seafood barbecue (locally called a “braai”) where you can mingle with fellow divers and get a taste of local cuisine

Day 2: Diving and Historic Exploration

  • Start your day with a hearty breakfast
  • Embark on a double tank deep dive, exploring the vibrant coral reefs and looking for Tofo’s marine megafauna like whale sharks and manta rays
  • Afterward, indulge in an authentic Mozambican lunch at Tofo Tofo, a locally owned restaurant so nice they named it twice!
  • In the afternoon, take a guided tour of the historic city of Inhambane, known for its colonial architecture and rich cultural heritage

Day 3: Diving and Local Life

  • After breakfast, dive into another double tank deep dive, uncovering more of Tofo’s spectacular underwater landscapes
  • Enjoy lunch at your leisure – whether with your group or on your own – before heading off for a local community tour. Visit a local household with its own farm (or “machamba”), and harvest cassava leaves for your hands-on cooking experience – prepare and cook matapa, a beloved local dish, which you’ll take home to enjoy for dinner

Day 4: Diving and Conservation

  • Kick off your day with breakfast, followed by a double tank deep dive
  • Relish a delicious lunch at Green Turtle restaurant, a local favorite with ocean views
  • Engage in a thought-provoking talk on local conservation efforts by Ocean Revolution, a community-driven NGO working to preserve Tofo’s marine ecosystem and improve local livelihoods
  • Cap off the day with a dhow sunset cruise across the scenic Inhambane Bay

Day 5: Arrival in Ponta do Ouro

  • Start your day with breakfast, before heading to Ponta do Ouro
  • Arrive in Ponta and get settled into your accommodation
  • Relax over a casual dinner, soaking in the laid-back atmosphere of Ponta and reflecting on the adventures ahead with your fellow divers

Day 6: Dive, Whales & Hydrophone Experience

  • Start the day with breakfast at your accommodation
  • Embark on a thrilling double tank dive, exploring the vibrant reefs of Ponta do Ouro, known for its diverse marine life, including sharks, turtles and much more!
  • Enjoy a delicious lunch at a restaurant perched atop a sea-facing cliff, offering breathtaking views of the ocean from above
  • Engage in an inspiring talk by a graduate of our Zero to Hero program, where you’ll learn about the initiative that trains local community members and marine biologists to become dive professionals
  • Wrap up the day with sunset drinks at a famous local bar, offering stunning views of the plains stretching out to the horizon

Day 7 and 8: Dive and Relax

  • Start the day with breakfast at your accommodation
  • Dive into the vibrant reefs of Ponta do Ouro, where you may spot humpback whales on your way to the dive sites. During the surface interval, experience the magic of whale songs with a hydrophone session, listening to the captivating underwater calls of the migrating humpback whales
  • Enjoy a cliffside lunch, with an opportunity to spot whales breaching in the distance with a pair of binoculars
  • Engage in an inspiring talk by a graduate of our Zero to Hero program, where you’ll learn about the initiative that trains local community members and marine biologists to become dive professionals
  • Wrap up the day with sunset drinks at a famous local bar, offering stunning views of the plains stretching out to the horizon.

Day 9: Arrival in Kruger

  • Start your day with breakfast, before heading to Kruger National Park and settling into your accommodation
  • Unwind after your journey with a delicious dinner, followed by a peaceful evening, soaking in the tranquil sounds of the African bush

Day 10: Full-Day Safari Adventure

  • Start your day with a light breakfast
  • Embark on a full-day game drive through Kruger National Park, keeping your eyes peeled for the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo) and other fascinating wildlife
  • Pause for a relaxing lunch in the park, surrounded by the natural beauty of Kruger’s landscapes
    In the evening, gather for a traditional bush braai (barbecue) under the open African sky – a quintessential safari experience where you can share stories of the day’s wildlife sightings

Day 11: Walking Safari & Farewell Dinner

  • Start your final morning with a light breakfast, then set off on a walking safari, where you’ll have an intimate encounter with Kruger’s wildlife and learn about the smaller creatures and plants of the bush
  • After lunch and an unforgettable day in the wild, transfer to Maputo, where you’ll check into a cozy hotel.
  • In the evening, join your team for a farewell dinner, reflecting on the amazing journey from Mozambique’s waters to Africa’s diverse landscapes and iconic wildlife

Day 12: Departure

  • After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning at the hotel before transferring to the airport for your onward journey
  • Bid farewell to Mozambique and the unforgettable experiences that have connected you with its marine life, culture, and wildlife

Timeline and Itinerary

Arrival and Welcome - Day 1:

  • Arrive in Tofo and get settled into your accommodation
  • Kick off your experience with an engaging introduction from one of our team members, where you’ll meet the team, learn about the upcoming trip, and get an overview of Mozambique’s incredible history and marine life
  • Enjoy a relaxed, beachfront seafood barbecue (locally called a “braai”) where you can mingle with fellow divers and get a taste of local cuisine

Diving and Historic Exploration - Day 2:

  • Start your day with a hearty breakfast
  • Embark on a double tank deep dive, exploring the vibrant coral reefs and looking for Tofo’s marine megafauna like whale sharks and manta rays
  • Afterward, indulge in an authentic Mozambican lunch at Tofo Tofo, a locally owned restaurant so nice they named it twice!
  • In the afternoon, take a guided tour of the historic city of Inhambane, known for its colonial architecture and rich cultural heritage

Diving and Local Life - Day 3:

  • After breakfast, dive into another double tank deep dive, uncovering more of Tofo’s spectacular underwater landscapes
  • Enjoy lunch at your leisure – whether with your group or on your own – before heading off for a local community tour. Visit a local household with its own farm (or “machamba”), and harvest cassava leaves for your hands-on cooking experience – prepare and cook matapa, a beloved local dish, which you’ll take home to enjoy for dinner

Diving and Conservation - Day 4:

  • Kick off your day with breakfast, followed by a double tank deep dive
  • Relish a delicious lunch at Green Turtle restaurant, a local favorite with ocean views
  • Engage in a thought-provoking talk on local conservation efforts by Ocean Revolution, a community-driven NGO working to preserve Tofo’s marine ecosystem and improve local livelihoods
  • Cap off the day with a dhow sunset cruise across the scenic Inhambane Bay

Arrival in Ponta do Ouro - Day 5:

  • Start your day with breakfast, before heading to Ponta do Ouro
  • Arrive in Ponta and get settled into your accommodation
  • Relax over a casual dinner, soaking in the laid-back atmosphere of Ponta and reflecting on the adventures ahead with your fellow divers

Dive, Whales & Hydrophone Experience - Day 6:

  • Start the day with breakfast at your accommodation
  • Embark on a thrilling double tank dive, exploring the vibrant reefs of Ponta do Ouro, known for its diverse marine life, including sharks, turtles and much more!
  • Enjoy a delicious lunch at a restaurant perched atop a sea-facing cliff, offering breathtaking views of the ocean from above
  • Engage in an inspiring talk by a graduate of our Zero to Hero program, where you’ll learn about the initiative that trains local community members and marine biologists to become dive professionals
  • Wrap up the day with sunset drinks at a famous local bar, offering stunning views of the plains stretching out to the horizon

Dive and Relax - Day 7 and 8:

  • Start the day with breakfast at your accommodation
  • Dive into the vibrant reefs of Ponta do Ouro, where you may spot humpback whales on your way to the dive sites. During the surface interval, experience the magic of whale songs with a hydrophone session, listening to the captivating underwater calls of the migrating humpback whales
  • Enjoy a cliffside lunch, with an opportunity to spot whales breaching in the distance with a pair of binoculars
  • Engage in an inspiring talk by a graduate of our Zero to Hero program, where you’ll learn about the initiative that trains local community members and marine biologists to become dive professionals
  • Wrap up the day with sunset drinks at a famous local bar, offering stunning views of the plains stretching out to the horizon.

Arrival in Kruger - Day 9:

  • Start your day with breakfast, before heading to Kruger National Park and settling into your accommodation
  • Unwind after your journey with a delicious dinner, followed by a peaceful evening, soaking in the tranquil sounds of the African bush

Full-Day Safari Adventure - Day 10:

  • Start your day with a light breakfast
  • Embark on a full-day game drive through Kruger National Park, keeping your eyes peeled for the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo) and other fascinating wildlife
  • Pause for a relaxing lunch in the park, surrounded by the natural beauty of Kruger’s landscapes
    In the evening, gather for a traditional bush braai (barbecue) under the open African sky – a quintessential safari experience where you can share stories of the day’s wildlife sightings

Walking Safari & Farewell Dinner - Day 11:

  • Start your final morning with a light breakfast, then set off on a walking safari, where you’ll have an intimate encounter with Kruger’s wildlife and learn about the smaller creatures and plants of the bush
  • After lunch and an unforgettable day in the wild, transfer to Maputo, where you’ll check into a cozy hotel.
  • In the evening, join your team for a farewell dinner, reflecting on the amazing journey from Mozambique’s waters to Africa’s diverse landscapes and iconic wildlife

Departure - Day 12:

  • After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning at the hotel before transferring to the airport for your onward journey
  • Bid farewell to Mozambique and the unforgettable experiences that have connected you with its marine life, culture, and wildlife

Accommodation options and Dates

Ready for Your Epic Beach & Bush Adventure?

This epic adventure gives you the best of Mozambique – world-class shark diving in Tofo and Ponta do Ouro, followed by a safari in Kruger National Park, where Africa’s legendary wildlife awaits. Book your spot now and dive into the adventure of a lifetime!

For more detailed information on each destination, including marine life, dive sites, dive conditions, activities beyond diving and accommodation, click the links below:

Tofo
Ponta do Ouro
Kruger National Park

For general information on traveling to Mozambique, click here.

Accommodation Options

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