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
- 2.0m
- 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 tide is best at Tofo Beach?
Tofo Beach works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.4m and 1.6m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Tofo Beach?
Offshore wind at Tofo Beach blows from the WSW (250°). Anything in the 210° to 290° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Tofo Beach?
Tofo Beach wants SSE swell (130° to 190°) between 0.8m and 2.5m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Tofo Beach?
The main season at Tofo Beach is Apr-Sep. A secondary window runs Mar, Oct. Winter swells from Southern Ocean. Whale sharks in summer.
How do I get to Tofo Beach?
Fly into INH, then allow about 30 minutes by road. Or fly to Maputo (MPM), 450km drive
What kind of wave is Tofo Beach?
Tofo Beach is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
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.