Scuba Diving
@ Vilanculos Beach Lodge

At Vilanculos Beach Lodge, dive in the warm, subtropical waters of the Indian Ocean, in and around the Bazaruto Archipelago. Let our dive instructor, with more than 10 years experience in the area, guide you around the pristine coral reefs which abound with more than 200 species of fish.

Our Dive Centre includes a well-stocked equipment room, computer to download those fantastic underwater photo's, hot water showers, classroom, compressor room and makes use of our swimming pool which is one of the largest in Vilanculos.

With our state-of-the-art facilities and experienced staff, we are proud to to offer exceptional recreational dives and PADI courses from Discover Scuba Diving for the non-diver to Dive master.

There are numerous sites to choose from, ranging in depth from 6m to 34m thus catering for all from the less experienced to the most avid diver. The water temperature ranges from 21 degrees Celsius in winter to 30 degrees Celsius in summer, with the visibility averaging 18m in winter and 8m in summer.

As our reefs range from shallow to deep, they offer the diver an abundance of marine life with a huge diversity of both coral and fish life. In addition to most of the beautiful East Indian Ocean reef fish, we have the privilege of seeing various species of Sharks, Whale sharks, Manta rays, Potato bass, Turtles, Guitarfish and various Rays and Eels. For those extremely fortunate, a Humpback Whale during the months of July to October.

For the non-diver there is always the opportunity to take a snorkeling trip to the amazing 2 mile reef. Here, one may appreciate the beauty and colours of a coral reef and the abundant marine life it supports without having to don scuba gear.