Marble Arch

★★★★☆ (186)

Nestled in the heart of “Whale shark alley“ is Marble Arch. Named after it’s spectacular swim-throughs, this site is perfect for open water divers looking to put their buoyancy skills into practice and enjoy the breath-taking topography.

The sandy edges to this dive site are home to many species of ray and guitarfish. There are countless nudibranchs and other critters to be found too for the macro lovers out there.

Dive Activity

Potential Wildlife Sightings

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

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Total number of species: 200

Alamy-WaterFrame

Moray Eel
19 Sightings
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Total number of species: 600

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Wrasse
6 Sightings
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Total number of species: 300

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Octopus
4 Sightings
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Common Dolphin
3 Sightings
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Giant Oceanic Manta Ray
2 Sightings
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Total number of species: 25

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Eagle Ray
2 Sightings
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Total number of species: 27

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Barracuda
2 Sightings
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Humpback Whale
1 Sightings
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Bottlenose Dolphin
1 Sightings
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Spinner Dolphin
1 Sightings
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Whale Shark
1 Sightings
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Reef Manta Ray
1 Sightings
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Green Turtle
1 Sightings
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Total number of species: 12

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Lionfish
18 Sightings
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Total number of species: 80

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Stingrays
16 Sightings
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Total number of species: 85

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Surgeonfish
16 Sightings
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Total number of species: 20

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Guitarfish
14 Sightings
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Total number of species: 90

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Angelfish
14 Sightings
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Total number of species: 100

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Parrotfish
13 Sightings
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Total number of species: 8

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Bannerfish
13 Sightings
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Total number of species: 130

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Butterfly Fish
12 Sightings
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Total number of species: 250

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Scorpionfish
12 Sightings
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Total number of species: 110

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Snapper
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Total number of species: 60

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Soldierfish
12 Sightings
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Total number of species: 25

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Boxfish
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Total number of species: 28

Udo Kefrig

Clownfish
11 Sightings
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Total number of species: 40

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Triggerfish
11 Sightings
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Total number of species: 130

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Pufferfish
11 Sightings
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Total number of species: 90

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Goatfish
10 Sightings
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Total number of species: 60

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Electric Ray
8 Sightings
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Total number of species: 60

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Squirrelfish
8 Sightings
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Total number of species: 3

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Trumpetfish
8 Sightings
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Total number of species: 150

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Sweetlips and Grunts
7 Sightings
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Total number of species: 350

Alamy-Andre Seal

Damselfish
7 Sightings
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Total number of species: 20

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Porcupinefish
7 Sightings
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Total number of species: 3000

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Nudibranch
6 Sightings
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Total number of species: 50

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Frogfish
5 Sightings
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Panther Moray Eel (Dragon Eel)
5 Sightings
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Total number of species: 40

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Jackfish
4 Sightings
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Total number of species: 3400

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Shrimp
4 Sightings
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Total number of species: 60

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Spiny Lobster
4 Sightings
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Moon Jellyfish
4 Sightings
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Total number of species: 190

Alamy-Water Frame

Conger Eel
2 Sightings
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Wolf Eel
2 Sightings
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Total number of species: 15

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Garfish
2 Sightings
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Garibaldi Damselfish
2 Sightings
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Total number of species: 80

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Emperor
2 Sightings
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Portuguese Man o'War
2 Sightings
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Ribbon Moray Eel (Ghost Eel)
2 Sightings
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Total number of species: 30

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Stonefish
2 Sightings
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Leaf Scorpionfish
2 Sightings
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Striped Dolphin
1 Sightings
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Total number of species: 2

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Tarpon
1 Sightings
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Total number of species: 250

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Grouper/Basslets
1 Sightings
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Total number of species: 30

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Sand Eel
1 Sightings
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Total number of species: 15

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Tuna
1 Sightings
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Total number of species: 22

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Cod
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Dive Centers Catering This Dive Site

Peri-Peri Divers

Praia do Tofo, 1300 Tofo beach, Inhambane Province, MOZ

Dive Sites Nearby

Aqualung

Amphitheater (★4.0)

Less than a kilometer away from the splendid “Marble Arch“ dive site, we can find “Amphitheater“. Same kind of dive with a maximum depth of 18m is perfect to test your open water level before deciding to go deeper.
Scubapro

Fingers (★4.2)

Fingers Reef derives its name from its finger-like protrusions that shape the primary reef. It is a 2km boat ride lasting approximately 7 minutes, with a maximum depth of about 16m.
Mares

Hogwarts / Outback (★4.0)

The top of the reef ranges from approximately 22 to 31 meters, and it takes about 17 kilometers or 45 minutes by boat to reach it. Bottom time on air will be 26 minutes, while with nitrox it extends to 35 minutes.
Mares

Mikes Cupboard (★4.3)

An interconnected chain of bowls with caves, overhangs, and gullies makes up this dive location. It is perfect for newcomers, photographers aiming for the ideal nudibranch photograph, or anyone seeking a relaxed dive with numerous fascinating views. Accessible by a quick 2km boat ride or a 10-minute travel time.
Mares, Janez Kranjc

Clownfish (★4.2)

Clownfish is the shallowest divesite we have in Tofo, inside the bay it is a perfect spot to try scuba diving for the first time with depths between 6 and 12 meters. Allowing us to practice all the skills required for entry level courses.
Aqualung

Table Top (★4.1)

The dive includes two parts: starting at the first wall in the north and moving across a plateau to the second wall. The top of the reef is located at depths ranging from around 24 to 33m, and it can be reached by boat in about 4km or a 10-minute ride. Bottom time on air will be 20 minutes, while with nitrox 28min
Scubapro

EN1 (★3.8)

The top of the reef is located at depths ranging from around 13 to 18 meters, and it can be reached by boat in about 17 kilometers or a 45-minute ride. Bottom time on air will be 45 minutes.