Parktyp
Meerespark
Region
Mtwara
Größe
650 km²
Höhe
0-100 meters
Marine ParkRemotePristineDivingSnorkelingSea TurtlesMangrovesCoral Reefs
Warum Mnazi Bay-Ruvuma Estuary besuchen
A pristine marine park at Tanzania's southern border with diverse coral reefs, mangroves, and turtle nesting sites.
Tierwelt, die Sie sehen
Over 400 fish speciesfive sea turtle specieshumpback whales (seasonal)dolphinsdugongs (rare)rays.
Ökosystem & Vegetation
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.
Beste Reisezeit
Year-round; June to October for diving; November to February for turtles
Anreise & Praktisches
Anreise
Accessible from Mtwara town (20 km). Fly to Mtwara from Dar or drive (10-12 hours).
Öffnungszeiten
Accessible 24/7