Dive-site story
Sitting in open water off the Bazaruto Archipelago, Marlin Pinnacles consists of isolated sandstone towers rising abruptly from the seabed. Exposed to Mozambique Channel currents, the site functions as a magnet for oceanic pelagics and predatory sharks patrolling the edge of the deep blue.
Deep sandstone pinnacle formations jutting up from an expansive seabed
Frequent shark encounters including bull sharks, hammerheads, and oceanic blacktips
Schools of great barracuda and giant trevally aggregating in the current
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Spring and summer months offer optimal water temperatures and the highest frequency of large pelagic visitors.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bull sharkCarcharhinus leucas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Scalloped hammerhead sharkSphyrna lewini | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Oceanic blacktip sharkCarcharhinus limbatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant trevallyCaranx ignobilis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Great barracudaSphyraena barracuda | Common | ||||||||||||
| Loggerhead sea turtleCaretta caretta | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
Book with DIVEROUT
