MAR Expeditions

Authentic marine conservation expeditions that support real world science. Dive the wild side 🌀🌊

29/07/2026

As July comes to an end, so does our 4-week program for and .r.i.n.c.h.e.r.r.y 🌊

When they arrived, neither of them had dive qualifications. A few weeks later, they’re heading home as Advanced Open Water Divers, with some great dives, plenty of new field skills, and a few unforgettable wildlife encounters along the way 🌞🤿

It’s been a pleasure having you as part of the MAR team. Thanks for all your hard work 💪🏼 we’re looking forward to seeing where the marine science world takes you next🧬

Humpback whales today giving a proper send off 🐋

25/07/2026

A familiar face on the Rio Sainas wreck! ⛴️

This female loggerhead has already been spotted four times this year, usually busy grazing on the benthic life growing across the wreck 🍽️

How do we know it’s the same turtle? 📸 Photo ID!

The pattern of scales (scutes) on a turtle’s face is unique to each individual, allowing us to identify returning turtles without disturbing them. Underwater, we also use markings and barnacles on the carapace as extra clues. Although, barnacles aren’t permanent, they can be really helpful when combined with facial scute patterns!

Every sighting helps us learn more about habitat use, feeding behaviour and whether turtles return to the same sites over time. Long-term photo ID data is a simple but powerful tool for understanding and protecting these incredible animals 💙🐢

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Are you passionate about turtles? Are you interested in using our long term data sets to assess Zavora’s turtle populations?

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21/07/2026

Ocean safari yesterday giving us all the magical whale encounters 🐋✨

We collected so many humpback fluke IDs and saw incredible surface action. We even witnessed mum and calf pairs swimming right underneath our boat!

A massive thank you to our friends at Globice Réunion and the MYSTRAL project for donating such an amazing camera. Having this helps us capture better photos of whale flukes 📸

We can’t wait to upload these new IDs to Happywhale 🐋

Did you know every humpback tail is as unique as a human fingerprint? Every photo submitted helps scientists learn where these gentle giants visit on their migration 🌍💙

15/07/2026

There’s something about diving with manta rays😍

Maybe it’s the way they appear out of the blue (green if you know Zavora🤭) effortlessly gliding over the reef. Maybe it’s because every encounter feels completely on their terms. Whatever it is, it’s the reason so many of us keep coming back!

Our reefs are home to several manta cleaning stations > Places where reef fish remove parasites and dead skin. These are essential “spa stops” 🫧🧼

In Zavora, we believe the best manta encounters happen when we remember one simple thing: we’re visitors.

That means giving mantas the space to do what they came here to do. Stay low, stay calm, keep clear of the cleaning stations, and never touch them!!!! Good buoyancy, slow movements and a little patience often lead to the most incredible encounters 🌟

The truth is, the mantas don’t owe us anything. If one chooses to swim closer or circle back for another pass, that’s a moment to appreciate 💙

Every respectful interaction helps keep Zavora a place where wild manta encounters can continue for years to come.

Swipe through to learn the Manta Ray Code of Conduct ➡️ Help us keep Zavora’s manta encounters as wild and special as they’ve always been 🦈

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13/07/2026

Manta bellies!! 🤍

Did you know every manta ray has a unique spot pattern on their belly? Just like a fingerprint, these markings allow us to identify individuals and follow their stories over time. Where they travel, who they meet, and how populations change.

All of our manta data contributes to the broader dataset which has over 1,600 individuals identified in Mozambique, including 700+ from Zavora! 🌊🥞

Every photo helps us better understand these incredible animals and build the knowledge needed to protect them.

Want to be part of our manta ray research in Mozambique? Apply now to join our team!

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03/07/2026

🥔 Potato Bass/Grouper 🐟

One of our reef’s top predators, an important indicator of a healthy ecosystem! Also a divers best/worst friend 😅

During our predatory fish surveys, interns learn how to estimate fish size and abundance underwater—essential skills for monitoring reef health and supporting our long term data sets for marine conservation. 🌊💙

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24/06/2026

Making friends in the Rockpool 🐙

Our first coral survey of the year had some serious interest from this cephalopod! After laying out the transect tape, our first set of quadrats were inspected accordingly 🪸🔍

𝙊𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙥𝙪𝙨 𝙘𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙚𝙖

aka the day octopus, master of disguise! Known for their exceptional camouflage skills, they are able to change colour and texture to mimic nearby corals or rocks

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30/04/2026

In Zavora, every dive is more than just an experience.

It’s a chance to grow your skills, build confidence in the water, and become part of a team working on real, impactful science 🦈

With small dive groups and a more personal approach, we focus on quality, ETHICAL encounters allowing you to truly appreciate the moment 🐋🩵

Along our coastline, you’ll contribute to real data collection, supporting ongoing research and conservation of marine megafauna. This is hands on internship, where every sighting matters!

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14/04/2026

We are still accepting participants for this year’s research programs 🤿

MAR Expeditions is a small research station based in Zavora, Mozambique. Working alongside the Marine Megafauna Foundation, our projects aim to help understand this coastline and how we can better protect it! 🐟🌊💙

This is a unique opportunity to work alongside local scientists and engage with the surrounding community while contributing to ongoing marine research.

Please note: this is not a job opportunity, but a hands-on learning experience designed for early career scientists, students, and passionate divers looking to build skills and gain real field experience.

Join us, grow your knowledge, and be part of meaningful conservation work 💪🏼

Student grants available*

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07/04/2026

Happy Mozambican Women’s Day 🇲🇿

Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and spirit of all the incredible women— from our passionate team at MAR Expeditions to the inspiring female divers, ocean advocates, and clients who explore these waters with us. 🌊🐠

Whether beneath the surface or on the land, your courage, curiosity, and commitment to the ocean continue to shape and protect this extraordinary place we call home 🌊

Thank you for everything you do — in the water and beyond. 🌴✨

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