Two-Mile Reef (Bazaruto)

Best time to dive

April to November; December to March

What you might see

• DolphinPossible
• Grey reef sharkPossible
• Manta rayLikely
• Moray eelPeak season
• NudibranchLikely
• Sea turtleLikely
• Whale sharkPeak season

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - the shallow inner reef top is described by visitors as excellent for snorkelling, with abundant coral and fish in 1-8 m

Safety notes

Strong tidal currents on the seaward face, boat traffic, surge on the shallow reef top in swell

Permits & fees

Bazaruto Archipelago National Park conservation fee (collected by operators/lodges)

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Vilanculos