From Maputo, a scenic transfer of around two hours south brings you to Ponta do Ouro, a laid-back border town perched at the southern tip of Mozambique. Planet Scuba Guest House is comfortably situated in the heart of town, just a two-minute walk from the beach and within easy reach of restaurants, bars, and the local market. Diving is with the experienced team at Gozo Azul Dive Centre, with double tank morning dives and the possibility of a third dive in the afternoon. The highlight of any stay here is the famous Pinnacles — one of the finest shark diving sites in the world, drawing divers from across the globe to Ponta's deep blue waters.

Today's an early start for a long driving day: You depart at 5am for the drive to Tofo Beach (~10h) Committed to sustainability, Blu@Tofo sits directly on a quiet stretch of beach just outside the centre of Tofo, with stunning views of the ocean and coastline. Simple, comfortable, and refreshingly casual, it's the perfect place to relax between dives — with Tofo Scuba right next door and the heart of the village just a ten-minute walk away. After checking in at your accommodation and the dive centre, the afternoon and evening are yours to relax and enjoy your first dinner at one of the many restaurants in town. Diving in Tofo is typically done as a double tank morning dive — two deep dives with a surface interval of around 1h 15min in between, with snacks served on the boat. You'll be back on shore around lunchtime. A late morning or afternoon shallow dive is sometimes available for those who prefer a relaxed start to the day or want to squeeze in a third dive. Speak to the dive centre directly to make a plan :-) Tofo itself offers a big variety of other activities than diving, e.g. surfing, community activities, city tours etc. Check www.tofoactivitycentre.com for more info.

After a hearty breakfast, a scenic drive of about 4.5h brings you to Vilanculos. Casa Babi welcomes you with charming, intimate comfort in the heart of Vilanculos — the perfect base for exploring the stunning Bazaruto Archipelago. Relax in the laid-back surroundings, stroll through the vibrant town, or simply soak up the warm coastal atmosphere before setting off on unforgettable dive trips trips. You will be spending the next days diving around the Bazaruto Archipelago. Diving is oragnised as double tank dives, the surface interval will be either spent on one of the islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago or on the boat, depending on the reefs. Lunch is included.