Pura Vida Tofo Beach Houses is a beachfront villa property standing in Bairro Josina Machel, on the sand at Praia do Tofo. Pura Vida Tofo Beach Houses is built around several self-catering villas with private balconies and terraces, set behind a private beach area with direct beach access. It sits close to Tofo’s dive centres and market.
Best for
Pura Vida Tofo Beach Houses suits divers, families or groups wanting a beachfront villa with a private beach area close to Tofo village.
It suits less well younger solo travellers, since the minimum check-in age at the property is 21.
Location
The villas stand in Bairro Josina Machel on the beachfront at Praia do Tofo. In a straight line it is about 465 m north-west of our Tofo village reference point.
Rooms and style at Pura Vida Tofo Beach Houses
Villa types include a beachfront villa, a villa with garden view and a villa with sea view, each with a mix of double, single and sofa beds sleeping four or more guests. Exact bedding per villa should be confirmed when booking.
Facilities at Pura Vida Tofo Beach Houses
Verified facilities include the on-site restaurant 23 Degrees South about 200 m along the beach, free WiFi, free on-site parking, a private beach area and kitchenettes in each villa.
Trade-offs and what to know
The minimum check-in age of 21 means the property does not suit groups of younger travellers.
As a villa complex rather than a serviced hotel, some units are self-catering, so guests should confirm what is included with each villa.
Getting there and getting around
Pura Vida Tofo Beach Houses is reached by road within Praia do Tofo, within walking distance of the village’s market and dive centres, with the property noting a check-in window that requires advance notice of arrival time.
Explore the area
- Tofo travel guide
- Inhambane Coast: region guide
- Where to stay in Inhambane Coast: choosing a base
- Mozambique accommodation: how to choose a region
Before you book
Before booking Pura Vida Tofo Beach Houses, confirm the villa type and bedding for the group, arrival-time arrangements, and the identification required at check-in, since photo identification and a credit card are requested.
Current rates and availability
We do not publish fixed rates for Pura Vida Tofo Beach Houses, because pricing and availability change with dates and demand. Use the Check Availability button on this page to see the current options offered by the independent booking provider. Mozambique Travel Guide does not set prices, hold inventory or take payment.

