Mozambique Surf Dude

The ultimate East African surf getaway, warm water, consistent Sandy bottom breaks and some amazing time to head of you on this superb surfing trip. Beginner or advanced this will be a surfing trip you will never forget.

Mozambique Surf Dude Highlights

• Learning to surf In the beautiful Bay of Tofo
• Really adventurous as this is raw Africa!
• No wetsuits needed the ocean is always warm
• Great for beginners learning to surf and offering plenty of opportunities for the advanced surf dude
• Chilled vibes in one of the best backpacker hotspots in Africa
• Getting super fit learning to hang 10 with the best of them
• Late-night grooving to the sound of the African drum
• Loads of extra activities you can do like diving with whale sharks, island safaris and yoga

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Surfing in the Backpacking Paradise of Tofo

Ever dreamed of watching an iconic African sunset from the beach?  How about spending your days surfing and diving in the Indian Ocean and your nights enjoying a cool beer or cocktail in a hammock on the beach?

The ultimate surfing trip in Mozambique, on the exotic south east coast of Africa. Facing the enormous Indian Ocean, and surrounded by beautiful grassy san dunes and miles of stunning beaches, the small town of Tofo has quickly become a popular surfing and backpacking hotspot, with adventurous travelers from all over the world eager to test the waves and explore the local culture in this unique and fascinating destination.

The laid back atmosphere, exotic and remote location, stunning beaches, amazing diving spots and lots of great restaurants, bars and accommodation have propelled Tofo to fame among travelers looking to get off the beaten path and try something different.

Of course surfing and diving are the main attractions in Tofo, with both sports enjoyed to a world-class standard. Advanced and beginner surfers will love the chance to experience another side to Africa through Mozambique’s up-and-coming surfing culture.

Tofo beach is great for beginners and intermediates, as the waves are gentle, consistent and clean. Long-boarders will also love this beach for its perfect breaks, while the nearby and smaller beaches of Tofinho Point and Dragons Point are excellent for advanced surfers with exhilarating long rides possible in the right conditions. The water is warm, at around 24 degrees Celsius, making it ideal for year round surfing, however the best times to go are during the peak season of May to August.

With top-class instructors, equipment and companies catering to the growing number of surfing enthusiasts visiting this hidden gem on the southeast coast of Mozambique, the tourism in the area has also boomed. Restaurants, great accommodation and lots of entertaining other activities besides surfing and diving have popped up all around the area making this a wonderfully well-rounded adventure experience. So, if you get too tired from all that surfing and diving, you’ll be happy to hear you can enjoy some relaxing horse-back riding across the stunning sand dunes or unwind with some yoga lessons in a beautiful yoga temple; some very bucket-list worthy experiences!

So whether you’re a surfing pro, or you’ve always dreamed of learning to ride the waves, Tofo is an excellent place for both advanced and beginner surfers to enjoy the sport surrounded by an incredibly interesting, rich and friendly culture. Don’t just go on a surfing holiday; discover a whole new country, its captivating culture and its beautiful people at the same time.

So What’s The Plan? Your Itinerary In Brief

This adventurous new tour offers travelers the chance to live in an authentic, small African surf town with a great laid-back vibe, for a total of six nights.

Your trip will be jam packed with fun activities, but each day will focus on surfing. In the mornings, you’ll spend time out on the waves learning the sport with some of the best surf instructors on the coast. These daily surfing lessons will take you through the morning until afternoon, when you can head for lunch in one of the many nearby restaurants along the beach. One of the great things about this tour is that you have a lot of freedom to choose how you want to spend your time. Apart from your daily surf lessons, the rest of the days’ adventures are up to you and your new surfing buddies. So you can choose to chow down on some freshly caught sea fish at a local restaurant, sip on a tropical fruit cocktail while watching the waves crash on the shore, or take that lovely horseback ride over the dunes. If you’re really keen however, you can always rent a surfboard from one of the many local suppliers and head back out to the surf after lunch. Why not grab a group of new friends and go for a surf at sunset?

The nearby, larger town of Inhambane is just a short drive from Tofo and provides a larger selection of shops, restaurants, services and, of course, nightlife, so you are never too far away from a change of scene and pace during your stay.

However you choose to spend your days, they will surely be relaxing and rewarding. One thing that many travelers love to do is to meet the local people and learn about their culture and way of life. Local vendors love talking to visiting foreigners, while other backpackers are always looking to make new friends so you’ll never feel alone or bored, even if you travel by yourself.

Whatever way you choose to spend your afternoons and evenings during your weeklong surfing adventure in Mozambique, you’ll wish you never have to leave your beautiful bohemian abode.

Accommodation

During your 7 days and 6 nights in Tofo, you will be hosted in the Turtle Cove Lodge, a beautiful, avant-garde and spacious lodge with large double, twin and dorms.  Set among exotic gardens, the building blends perfectly into nature, providing a relaxing and eco-friendly home-away-from-home for your trip.

There is also an adjoining restaurant and bar serving a delicious selection of fresh prawns and fish, and sometimes even sushi! With live music, lots of surf chat and a great selection of food and drink, the Turtle Cove bar and restaurant is a great spot for mingling with fellow travelers and unwinding for the night.

Trip Frequently Asked Questions

Price in GBP

Six nights:

• Brick chalet with hot water £489
• Brick chalet with cold water £429
• Dorm £289

Dates

You can join this programme any time all year round. Please contact us with your preferred dates.