Parktyp
Meerespark
Region
Pwani
Größe
822 km²
Höhe
0-50 meters
Marine ParkDivingSnorkelingWhale SharksCoral ReefsSea TurtlesIslandIndian Ocean
Warum Mafia Island besuchen
Tanzania's first marine protected area, renowned for pristine coral reefs, whale sharks, and world-class diving.
Tierwelt, die Sie sehen
Over 400 fish specieswhale sharks (seasonal)manta raysfive sea turtle speciesdolphinsdugongs (rare)humpback whales (seasonal).
Ökosystem & Vegetation
Coral reefs, seagrass beds, mangrove forests, tidal channels, sandy beaches, open ocean. Extensive seagrass beds, eight mangrove species, diverse hard and soft coral species.
Beste Reisezeit
Year-round; October to March for whale sharks
Anreise & Praktisches
Anreise
Accessible by air (30-minute flight from Dar) or boat. Main settlements: Kilindoni, Utende, Chole Island.
Öffnungszeiten
Accessible 24/7