Blogs
April 2013 Newsletter
Click below to download our 2013 MMF newsletter, filled with the latest news and upcoming events. Download Newsletter...
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CITES Victory for Mantas!
Today the ocean made history. Animal conservationists and focal points from almost 100 Range States around the world rallied on behalf of marine fishes worldwide, fighting for their voice on an international platform. Today we decided that the unsustainable demand...
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Manta Rays Receive Protection As Vulnerable Species
Bangkok, Thailand March 11 2013: Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species Focal points from 178 countries around the world meet to vote on a proposal put forward by the Ecuadorian Government to protect manta rays, one of the world’s...
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Casa Barry and the Marine Megafauna Foundation launch Underwater Africa
If you have a passion for marine life and people, be sure to join us as a Volunteer with the most scientific, modern Marine Volunteer Project in Africa - designed and monitored by our very own, world-renownded Manta Queen, Dr. Andrea...
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Megafauna Reflections 2012
Simon and Andrea, the enigmatic founding members of the MarineMegafauna Foundation, have returned to Mozambique from theirresearch trips abroad! Click here to view online Flipbook Click here to download PDF ...
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Megafauna Reflections
Lot's has been happening in the world of our beloved ocean life. The team at the Marine Megafauna Foundation is always hard at work to protect our precious ocean creatures. Have a look at our September newsletter to see what...
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Manta Rays: The State of Knowledge
Most divers will have seen, or at least heard of manta rays. They're huge, charismatic, and the very possibility of their presence makes for an exciting dive. You'd be forgiven, then, for thinking that scientists are equally familiar with their...
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Casabarry Estuary Tour 2012
A wonderful day was had by guests at Casa Barry as we took them for a days Estuary Tour :) ...
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Yet another amazing diving trip!
This week was yet again testament to just how special diving at Casa Barry is. Apart from the magical ocean life that blesses our reefs, the diving team makes the experience such a memorable one! Have a look at these...
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Climate data for Tofo
Climate data for Tofo Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year Average high °C (°F) 31 (88) 31 (88) 31 (87) 29 (85) 27 (81) 26 (78) 25 (77) 26 (78) 27 (80)...
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Talking the talk…
Three languages are spoken in and around Tofo: English, Tsonga and Portuguese. Although most locals speak English you may encounter some people who don’t speak English. If you are the adventurous type and expect to interact on a regular basis...
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Safeguarding a global whale shark hotspot in Mozambique
By Simon Pierce Mozambique is becoming well-known among divers for its sun, sand and super-sized fish. Since 2005, we’ve identified over 600 individual whale sharks from the country. That’s about 18% of the known global population of the species! Most...
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Fishing Charters
Be sure to book a fishing charter with Chad Oak, our fish specialist. For more information contact us via our website or phone us on 031 767 0111. Until we are on the water, The Casa Barry Team Below left: Chad coming...
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Just go with the rhythm of the night…
Our bar and restaurant is definitely the place to be. Combine good food, great company and a beautiful setting and you are sure to have the time of your life. Here at Casa Barry we pull out all the stops...
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A taste of our history and culture…
Inhambane has so much to offer when it comes to our history and culture. If you are a history lover, you will enjoy this city! Some interesting sites you may wish to visit are: Cathedral of Our Lady of Conception...
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Fishing from the beach…
Check out this impressive Kingfish caught off the beach in front of Casa Barry! The proof is in the pudding – great fishing doesn’t only happen on the boat! Come throw a line! ...
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Baby Dolphin Rescue!
The Foundation for the Protection of Marine Megafauna saved a baby dolphin last week after it got washed up on shore. Thanks to their knowledge of these beautiful creatures and speed with which they tended to it, the baby dolphin...
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Shark vs Tuna
Fishing was great this week! As you can see, we caught a beautiful yellowfin tuna. The yellowfin tuna is one of the largest tuna species, reaching weights of over 300 pounds (140kg). Unfortunately, as you can see from the pic,...
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Fishermen reel in seven-ton whale shark
In world news: Fishermen in Pakistan reel in massive 40-foot, seven-ton whale shark and sell it for $18,750. This massive whale shark was found last week, apparently dead already, about 93 miles from Karachi by fishermen. It took five cranes...
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Get in the saddle!
Riding a horse on a stretch of beach seems like an activity reserved for a select few – it’s the kinda stuff romantic or adventure movies are made of. Well, we offer horse riding right here in Tofo – for...
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What the heck is Muck Diving?!?
For those who don’t know, muck diving is done in about 3 - 5m deep water where you snorkel about searching for a nursery of small macro life not seen on any of the shallower reefs. It's the "muck" itself...
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Orca’s / Bull Sharks feeding in Tofo waters
Tofo offers divers one of the most unforgettable diving experiences in the world, due to its waters being inhabited by giant manta ray and whale sharks. But one day in May last year was an unforgettable one for Aaron Gekoski,...
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Surf’s Up!
So you are visiting Tofo and you love surfing? Well you came to the right place! Whether you are a learner-, intermediate- or fancy yourself an expert surfer, Tofo can show you a good time. The best time of year...
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UN unanimously approves proposal to list the largest living ray on CMS
Bergen, Norway Nov 25th 2011: Convention of Migratory Species of Wild Animals. Focal points from around the world meet to vote on a proposal put forward by the Ecuadorian Government to protect the world’s largest ray, the giant manta ray...
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All you need to know about Mozambique
Welcome to our Mozambique travel blog! This is a platform for local residents and past visitors to share useful information with new visitors so that they can get the most out of their trip. Here you will find anything from...
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Honeymoon Specials
Casa Barry Lodge is the perfect choice to celebrate the first days of your life as husband and wife. We have designed the lodge to offer newlyweds privacy, natural splendour and ocean adventures – all in one location, ensuring your...
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Keep your eyes on this blog for news from Dr. Andrea Marshall
Casa Barry is proud to introduce the The Manta Ray and Whale Shark Research Centre, which is based at our premises. Tofo is the manta ray and whale shark capital of the world, and as such the Research Centre will...
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Keep your eyes on this blog for useful tips and fishing news
The seas around Tofo are renowned for the outstanding fishing that is enjoyed by many all year round. The first 1000lb marlin caught off the African coast was caught right here in Tofo waters! The rock and surf fishing in...
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An unforgettable diving experience
Casa Barry, in association with Peri-Peri Divers, provides our guests with an unforgettable diving experience. We focus on offering excursions for smaller groups, ensuring a much more personal experience. Divers come to Tofo to swim with the giant whale sharks...
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