Tofo Beach
Tofo Beach is Mozambique's best-known surf destination—a right-hand point break in a stunning location famous for whale shark encounters. The wave wraps around a headland, offering multiple sections and 100+ meter rides when Indian Ocean swells arrive during winter. Beyond surfing, Tofo is world-renowned for marine life: whale sharks, manta rays, and humpback whales. Shark activity is high but manageable. African adventure surfing meets underwater wonder.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSE (160°)
- Direction range
- 130° - 190°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WSW (250°)
- Offshore range
- 210° - 290°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.6m
Water temp
24°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Or fly to Maputo (MPM), 450km drive
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Tofo Beach?
Tofo Beach is a point break in Inhambane Province, Mozambique, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Tofo Beach?
Tofo Beach picks up swell from the SE round to the S, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSE. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. 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 Tofo Beach?
A WSW wind is dead offshore at Tofo Beach, and anything from the SSW round to the WNW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 5am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Tofo Beach?
Tofo Beach has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.4m to 1.6m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Tofo Beach?
The most reliable run of swell at Tofo Beach comes Apr to Sep. There's a second window in Mar and Oct too. Winter swells from Southern Ocean. Whale sharks in summer.
How cold is the water at Tofo Beach?
The water at Tofo Beach 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 Tofo Beach good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 5/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 3/10). High shark activity (whale sharks, bulls). Remote area.
How do I get to Tofo Beach?
The nearest airport on our list is INH, then it's roughly a 30-minute drive. Or fly to Maputo (MPM), 450km drive.
What other surf spots are near Tofo Beach?
The closest breaks we track are Tofinho Point (1.6 km), handy when Tofo Beach isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Winter swells from Southern Ocean. Whale sharks in summer.
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.