Type de parc
Parc marin
Région
Mtwara
Superficie
650 km²
Altitude
0-100 meters
Marine ParkRemotePristineDivingSnorkelingSea TurtlesMangrovesCoral Reefs
Pourquoi visiter Parc marin de la baie de Mnazi et de l'estuaire de la Ruvuma
A pristine marine park at Tanzania's southern border with diverse coral reefs, mangroves, and turtle nesting sites.
La faune à observer
Over 400 fish speciesfive sea turtle specieshumpback whales (seasonal)dolphinsdugongs (rare)rays.
Écosystème et végétation
Coral reefs, extensive mangrove forests, seagrass meadows, sandy beaches, rocky shores, Ruvuma River estuary. Extensive mangrove forests (nine species), seagrass beds, diverse coral species, coastal vegetation.
Meilleure période pour visiter
Year-round; June to October for diving; November to February for turtles
Accès et informations pratiques
Accès
Accessible from Mtwara town (20 km). Fly to Mtwara from Dar or drive (10-12 hours).
Heures d'ouverture
Accessible 24/7