Area 51 is a series of pinnacles located in the Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique. This site features a diverse topography including walls, reefs, and a chain of pinnacles that rise from the deep ocean to shallow depths. Divers can explore this site between 10 and 32 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to strong currents. Visibility ranges from 10 to 40 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate between 24C and 28C throughout the year. Divers should be aware of hazards including strong currents and sharp coral.

9-mile Shallow is a reef and wall site located in the Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique. The topography extends from the surface to a maximum depth of 22 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to variable currents and shifting visibility. Water temperatures range from 24C to 28C throughout the year. Divers should remain vigilant regarding active boat traffic and deploy a surface marker buoy upon ascent. Given the potential for strong currents, timing dives around slack water is recommended. Consult with local operators regarding the daily tidal conditions before planning your descent.

The Fad is an artificial reef located in the Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique, consisting of an abandoned tractor engine resting on a sandy seabed. This site reaches a maximum depth of 33 metres and is accessible only by boat. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 25 metres. Due to the depth and the presence of lionfish, this site is suited for advanced divers. Water temperatures remain between 23C and 27C throughout the year.

Gap (2 Mile) is a varied site in the Bazaruto Archipelago featuring a combination of reef, wall, and drift diving. The site reaches depths of 12 to 14 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Visibility is variable, ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Due to shifting currents, this site is suited for intermediate divers with good buoyancy control. Access is by boat only, and divers must remain vigilant regarding boat traffic at the surface. Protective footwear is recommended to avoid sea urchins in shallow areas, and divers should monitor the water for jellyfish before entry.

Kingfish 03 Alley is a coral reef drop-off located within the Bazaruto Archipelago. The site features a channel that connects the interior of the archipelago to the open ocean, creating a tidal-dominated environment. Divers can explore depths reaching 14 metres. Access to this site is exclusively by boat. Conditions are generally favourable, with visibility ranging from 10 to 40 metres and mild currents. Water temperatures fluctuate between 24C and 29C throughout the year. The site is suitable for beginner divers, and facilities including air fills, equipment rental, guided tours, and boat charters are available to support diving activities.

Shark Vaal is a drift dive site located in the Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique. The reef terrain extends from the shallows to a maximum depth of 33 metres. This site requires boat access and is suited for advanced divers due to moderate currents that can shift quickly. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 23 and 27 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should exercise caution regarding sharp coral and rocks on the reef wall. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bluefin trevally, emperor angelfish, and various butterflyfish species.

Atlantis is a reef, wall, and cave site located 5000m offshore in the Bazaruto Archipelago. The site features a coral patch surrounded by sand that serves as a cleaning station for turtles. Divers typically experience depths between 5m and 18m, with an average depth of 12m. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 10m to 30m. Water temperatures fluctuate between 24C and 28C throughout the year. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for beginners. Hazards include jellyfish, sea urchins, sharks, sharp coral, stonefish, and strong currents. Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Longhorn Cowfish, Wrasses, and various butterflyfish and surgeonfish.

Marlin Pinnacles is a deep reef site in the Bazaruto Archipelago featuring a double pinnacle structure situated on the edge of a 300-metre canyon. This advanced dive site reaches depths between 30 and 36 metres and is accessible only by boat. Divers encounter strong currents, making it suitable for experienced divers only. The site offers visibility ranging from 25 to 40 metres, with water temperatures fluctuating between 23C and 27C throughout the year. Due to the depth and current, this site requires careful planning and is best suited for those comfortable with challenging offshore conditions.