Dive Bazaruto
Dive Bazaruto
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We always offer discount if 4 or more divers on board. We are a PADI 5 STAR DIVE RESORT, offering all Padi courses, dive and snorkel trips, deep sea fishing, boat charters for island hopping, snorkelling, picnics, bbq.
Vilanculos, Mozambique
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Estelle Jonker
Johannesburg, South Africa18 contributions
Dec 2020 • Couples
Andrew and his wife were welcoming and friendly from the moment we came to chat about what we can expect. Andrew shows his passion for diving so clearly and makes you so comfortable and excited for the trip. We went on 4 dives with the center (2 per day) and loved all of them. Andrew is patient but also ensures everyone is safe and comfortable. We also loved the sandwiches on the beach in between dives. We loved it and would go back any day.
Written 4 January 2021
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Always the best way to start the day with such a lovely review. It was great to meet and dive with you, thank you for choosing to dive with us, and we hope for a return visit.
Written 6 January 2021
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Lancelot D
1 contribution
Aug 2021
What a day! Our family dived twice in the day with Andrew and his team! They all are really professional, and they made the diving experience so great! Moreover, the spots chosen by Andrew were some of the best we have ever dived at. In one day, we saw dolphins, turtles, sting rays, reef mantas and even a black tip shark! All of these surrounded by colourful fishes. Eventually, the prices are really affordable compared to the other diving centres at vilanculos. We 100% recommend this dive center!
Written 18 August 2021
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Thank you for this great review, we are so happy that you enjoyed the experience with us. Thank you also for choosing Dive Bazaruto. We really enjoyed diving with your family, and hope to see you on a return visit.
Written 20 August 2021
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Kirsten D
Johannesburg, South Africa2 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
A wonderful diving experience with Andrew and Marlene. Out of 10 dives in Mozam, the two we did at Dive Bazaruto were the best! A beautiful manta visited us on our first dive and the most fish I’ve ever seen on the second dive. Thank-you guys! Lunch was superb too!
Written 2 June 2021
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Thank you for a wonderful review, it was great meeting the two of you. San Sebastian offers really great diving, beautiful reef structures, and of course the bigger fish, glad you enjoyed it. To Kirst, congratulations on your birthday on Sunday.
Thank you for diving with us, hope for a return visit soon.
Written 3 June 2021
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Cherelle C
5 contributions
Mar 2017
The owner Andrew is a money hungry shark. The trip to Margerutte island was charged at $100. Per person excluding park fees meals and beverages . Other local operators charge around $60 for the same trip includes park fees meals and beverages. He also charged $50 for a 15 minutes boat ride to town. Please ask Pricilla at Archipelago for other operators numbers she is extremely helpful.
Written 3 April 2017
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This review is not only rude, dishonest and as far as from the truth as possible. Firstly we do not organise trips and charge per person, we charter private boats. Smallest for four adults charged at $250, because you were only two we even gave you $50 discount.
Again we do not offer trips to town. I was busy taking two boats out when your friend approached me, I told him it would be MUCH more expensive than a taxi, fuel alone about $30, plus skipper and one crew needing overtime because of time, also guard for boat for the night as it would be too late to retrieve that day.
He then walked to you, discussed with you and you agreed.
The next two days you used our snorkel gear free of charge, why did you not them came to discuss with me?
Unfortunately such reviews reflects badly as it is computed, but I sincerely hope any reader will take note of my response.
Again I confirm that I think review is rude and completely dishonest.
Written 4 April 2017
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RuanVanDerMerwe
Pretoria, South Africa118 contributions
Dec 2014 • Friends
First thing that shocked me is that they allowed their staff to kit up the BCD's and Reg's, this is highly irregular, as worldwide you always do this yourself to ensure that you can do the safety checks yourself and familiarise yourself with the gear.
We had no dive briefing at all!! The DM did not discuss the depth, estimated dive time or lost buddy procedures for the dive. Although not a requirement, all dive operations usually at least go through some of the marine life you can find on the specific site.
The actual dive was very good, although horrible visibility (obviously not operators fault). Luckily we were all advanced divers, as Andrew is probably the most sporadic diver on earth, he doesn't follow any line (perhaps with a dive briefing he could have discussed the direction of the dive and estimated route) and we probably lost him 3 or 4 times.
We dived the previous week with dive barra in even worse conditions, but not once did we have any issues, as we had proper dive briefings and the DM was a concrete diver!
Andrew and his partner are really amazing people, but at the prices we paid, it just isn't worth it to dive with such an unprofessional dive operation.
We had no dive briefing at all!! The DM did not discuss the depth, estimated dive time or lost buddy procedures for the dive. Although not a requirement, all dive operations usually at least go through some of the marine life you can find on the specific site.
The actual dive was very good, although horrible visibility (obviously not operators fault). Luckily we were all advanced divers, as Andrew is probably the most sporadic diver on earth, he doesn't follow any line (perhaps with a dive briefing he could have discussed the direction of the dive and estimated route) and we probably lost him 3 or 4 times.
We dived the previous week with dive barra in even worse conditions, but not once did we have any issues, as we had proper dive briefings and the DM was a concrete diver!
Andrew and his partner are really amazing people, but at the prices we paid, it just isn't worth it to dive with such an unprofessional dive operation.
Written 7 January 2015
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Hi Ruan,
Thank you for your time to wright this review. I would like to reply to the issues raised.
We kit up clients gear as a service to them, as many operators do, but any diver is welcome to do it self if so preferred. Of course client should check to ensure safety.
Your group consisted of snorkelers and divers, and we discussed different options, amongst others the reaon why we dont take snorkelers and divers to the reef. During this discussions we described the area, possible conditions etc, and you decided to have the non divers dropped off on Margaruque island, go for the dive, join them afterwards. On the island we discussed things such as time to dive site, duration, time back etc. I might not have formally called briefing, but I thought all aspects were discussed, weighting, back roll exit, positive entry, boarding, etc, even my count down procedure. My apologies if you wanted something more formal as we always do when bigger/different groups.
As advanced diver you have to agree that the divers should maintain visual contact with the dive leader. We had a very light current, the area has lots of formations, swim throughs etc, and on two occasions I noticed you were not visual, turned back, found you immediately, no reason for acending and regrouping on surface. As you mentioned viz was not good and this was the result.
Cost--we explained, and you experienced the distance to the islands/reefs resulting in higher costs than some other areas. We offered a big discounted group price, which you accepted. Your accomodation was next to the other dive company so I am sure you compared prices.
After the dive we spent time with the rest of the group on the island, all expressed thanks for a great outing, no critisism whatsoever, so I am quite surprised as to the negative comments.
I enjoyed your company and hope to see you soon, maybe we can discuss your expectations to ensure a happier client.
Written 9 January 2015
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8welltravelled8
Hong Kong, China13 contributions
Aug 2019
We are experienced divers. Great facility extremely well run by very experienced
South african well traveled owners.We had quality new rental equipment, good boat excellent dive Master. We tried other dive shops in the area and this is much better. We strongly recommend it.
South african well traveled owners.We had quality new rental equipment, good boat excellent dive Master. We tried other dive shops in the area and this is much better. We strongly recommend it.
Written 13 August 2019
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Great way to start the day, reading a lovely review. It was a pleasure meeting and diving with such an experienced group, we pride ourselves on the quality of our equipment and it is so nice when appreciated. Enjoy rest of your travels.
Written 13 August 2019
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MichaelBynens
Cape Town Central, South Africa21 contributions
Oct 2019 • Solo
I travelled solo and planned 8 dives in 4 consecutive days. I’m an advanced open water.
Andrew was the instructor. He is very knowledgeable, patient and super friendly. I genuinely had alot of fun. Despite that I was travelling alone it felt that diving with ‘Dive Bazzaruto’ feels like a supernice family experience.
And this is also where Marlene comes in. She will take care of everything (registration, gear, etc) and she is absolutely the sweetest. The cute quarrels she has with Andrew are extremely funny and it makes it even more of a family feeling (you are not short Marlene!). Also she makes the BEST sandwiches to eat during your surface interval which again shows what a great company this is.
I highly recommend to do your dives with this company if you are looking for a personalized, fun, loving experience whether you want a challenging or fun dive.
Andrew, Marlene: it seems I have met a new family in Mozambique!
Keep up the good job.
Andrew was the instructor. He is very knowledgeable, patient and super friendly. I genuinely had alot of fun. Despite that I was travelling alone it felt that diving with ‘Dive Bazzaruto’ feels like a supernice family experience.
And this is also where Marlene comes in. She will take care of everything (registration, gear, etc) and she is absolutely the sweetest. The cute quarrels she has with Andrew are extremely funny and it makes it even more of a family feeling (you are not short Marlene!). Also she makes the BEST sandwiches to eat during your surface interval which again shows what a great company this is.
I highly recommend to do your dives with this company if you are looking for a personalized, fun, loving experience whether you want a challenging or fun dive.
Andrew, Marlene: it seems I have met a new family in Mozambique!
Keep up the good job.
Written 15 October 2019
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A great way to start the day by reading this review. Thank you for choosing Dive Bazaruto to dive with. It was a pleasure hosting you, you are a very competent diver and obviously love the sport, but great to see your respect to the environment and safety aspects. Was great meeting you, had lots of fun and hope to meet up again.
Written 16 October 2019
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LynZee002
1 contribution
Apr 2019 • Couples
Myself and my partner met with Andrew and Marlene while we where on holiday in Vilanculos. What great service, and on top of this, excellent diving as well. Andrew even took us out for some tubing on the speedboat. Definitely a worthwhile stop while in the area.
Written 5 May 2019
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Thank you for a lovely review, and for diving with us. It is always great if our clients enjoy the time spent with us, and best of all a return visit.
Written 6 May 2019
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Barbaravaardt
Somerset West, South Africa149 contributions
Mar 2019 • Friends
Thank you for the lovely dives we had with you. The skippers and staff were very knowledgable of the sea and its conditions and were very helpful with all our gear.Thanks for giving us a discount, as we were 4 divers. The two dives take up the day (transfers from resort and boat rides are well arranged but do take up time...maybe picking up guests at the resort with the boat, may be an option?)and yummy lunches are supplied. Thank you.
Written 8 March 2019
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Thank you for this lovely review, and for diving with us. Very welcome to the discount, applicable every time we have 4 or more divers on board. Logistically difficult to pick up divers by boat, first timers have to be at dive centre to fit gear, if we detour then to town to pick up others, they would be discomforted, same with drop off after dives. Also the drive time from resorts in town only app 20 minutes, 6km from market in town and we provide transport free of charge.
Written 9 March 2019
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Misty Malan
5 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
Great first-time experience at the diving school. Both Instructors are super friendly and making you so calm as this was my first time ever. Need to go back to do my full course to experience the amazing underwater life at Vilanculos
Written 6 January 2019
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Thank you for this review, welcome to scuba diving! As you mentioned, now for the open water course! Hope to see you soon.
Written 7 January 2019
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No questions have been asked about this experience