Caves

Best months: Jan–Dec

Why dive here

With 273+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue sharks, bull sharks, great white sharks and grey reef sharks - Caves offers some of Tofo & Inhambane's richest reef diving. Water sits around 29°C.

Marine lifeBarracuda, Blue Sharks, Bull Sharks, Great White Sharks and Grey Reef Sharks · 273+ species recorded

Water29°C · warmest January, February, March

CharacterReef dive

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

Galu is one of our go-to spots in Diani for a relaxed, easy dive. It’s got that classic Indian Ocean feel, with sandy patches breaking up the coral bommies, and the depth usually hangs around 12-15m, making it perfect for a long, unhurried bottom time. We love drifting along here, keeping an eye out for the resident green turtles – they’re surprisingly unfazed by divers. What really stands out for us at Galu, especially when the light is good, are the schools of Blackspot Surgeonfish, often weaving through the coral, and the flashes of Longfin Bannerfish against the blue. You’ll also find plenty of those smaller reef fish tucked into the crevices, like the Black-back Butterflyfish. Conditions here are generally mild, so it’s a great site if you're looking for an uncomplicated dive where you can just soak it all in. We often recommend it for photographers who want to take their time setting up a shot, or for anyone who just wants to glide and observe.