Tipo di parco
Parco marino
Regione
Pwani
Dimensione
822 km²
Altitudine
0-50 meters
Marine ParkDivingSnorkelingWhale SharksCoral ReefsSea TurtlesIslandIndian Ocean
Perché visitare Mafia Island
Tanzania's first marine protected area, renowned for pristine coral reefs, whale sharks, and world-class diving.
Fauna che vedrai
Over 400 fish specieswhale sharks (seasonal)manta raysfive sea turtle speciesdolphinsdugongs (rare)humpback whales (seasonal).
Ecosistema e vegetazione
Coral reefs, seagrass beds, mangrove forests, tidal channels, sandy beaches, open ocean. Extensive seagrass beds, eight mangrove species, diverse hard and soft coral species.
Periodo migliore per visitare
Year-round; October to March for whale sharks
Come arrivare e info pratiche
Accesso
Accessible by air (30-minute flight from Dar) or boat. Main settlements: Kilindoni, Utende, Chole Island.
Orari di apertura
Accessible 24/7