Tofinho Point
Tofinho Point is East Africa's premier left-hand point break—a long, peeling wave near the backpacker town of Tofo in Mozambique. When Indian Ocean cyclone swells hit during winter (April-September), the point comes alive with quality waves in warm, crystal-clear water. The area is known for whale sharks and manta rays, adding marine life encounters to the surf experience. Shark activity is real but manageable. This is African adventure surfing at its most authentic.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Direction range
- 100° - 170°
- Size range
- 1m - 3.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.1m - 2.9m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 225° - 315°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.8m
Water temp
24°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
3/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Tofinho Point?
Tofinho Point is a point break in Tofo, Mozambique, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Tofinho Point?
Tofinho Point picks up swell from the E round to the S, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SE. It starts working at around 1m and handles up to about 3.5m, with the sweet spot around 2.1 to 2.9m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Tofinho Point?
A W wind is dead offshore at Tofinho Point, and anything from the SW round to the NW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Tofinho Point?
Tofinho Point is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.5m to 1.8m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Tofinho Point?
The most reliable run of swell at Tofinho Point comes Apr to Sep. There's a second window in Mar and Oct too. Indian Ocean cyclone swells. Winter best.
How cold is the water at Tofinho Point?
The water at Tofinho Point averages around 24°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Tofinho Point good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 3/10). Known shark activity. Remote location.
How do I get to Tofinho Point?
The nearest airport on our list is INH, then it's roughly a 30-minute drive.
What other surf spots are near Tofinho Point?
The closest breaks we track are Tofo Beach (1.6 km), handy when Tofinho Point isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Indian Ocean cyclone swells. Winter best.
Getting There
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The Strike Specialist in Mozambique is Bink Surf Tours. Get in touch with them for the best chance of scoring the best waves in Mozambique — and don't forget to tell 'em Barrel D sent ya.