Type de parc
Parc marin
Région
Pwani
Superficie
822 km²
Altitude
0-50 meters
Marine ParkDivingSnorkelingWhale SharksCoral ReefsSea TurtlesIslandIndian Ocean
Pourquoi visiter Mafia Island
Tanzania's first marine protected area, renowned for pristine coral reefs, whale sharks, and world-class diving.
La faune à observer
Over 400 fish specieswhale sharks (seasonal)manta raysfive sea turtle speciesdolphinsdugongs (rare)humpback whales (seasonal).
Écosystème et végétation
Coral reefs, seagrass beds, mangrove forests, tidal channels, sandy beaches, open ocean. Extensive seagrass beds, eight mangrove species, diverse hard and soft coral species.
Meilleure période pour visiter
Year-round; October to March for whale sharks
Accès et informations pratiques
Accès
Accessible by air (30-minute flight from Dar) or boat. Main settlements: Kilindoni, Utende, Chole Island.
Heures d'ouverture
Accessible 24/7