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Tofo is Mozambique's flagship whale shark destination and the country's most defensible main site for encounters. Whale sharks can occur along the coast through much of the year, but the most reliable window is typically October to March, when warm nutrient-rich waters off Inhambane make sightings much more likely.

Whale Shark in Tofo / Inhambane coast

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About This Spot

Tofo is Mozambique's flagship whale shark destination and the country's most defensible main site for encounters. Whale sharks can occur along the coast through much of the year, but the most reliable window is typically October to March, when warm nutrient-rich waters off Inhambane make sightings much more likely.

Best Months to Visit

See Whale Shark in Tofo / Inhambane coast. Best months: January, February, December (up to 70% sighting chance). Watching, Snorkeling, Diving. Plan your wildlife trip with Fauneya.

  • January: 70%
  • February: 65%
  • December: 65%
  • March: 60%
  • November: 60%
  • October: 55%

Practical Information

  • Location: Tofo / Inhambane coast
  • Coordinates: -23.8500, 35.5500
  • Effort: day trip
  • Accessibility: Medium
  • Observation mode: Watching, Snorkeling, Diving

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