Tipo de parque
Parque marinho
Região
Pwani
Tamanho
822 km²
Altitude
0-50 meters
Marine ParkDivingSnorkelingWhale SharksCoral ReefsSea TurtlesIslandIndian Ocean
Porquê visitar Mafia Island
Tanzania's first marine protected area, renowned for pristine coral reefs, whale sharks, and world-class diving.
Fauna que verá
Over 400 fish specieswhale sharks (seasonal)manta raysfive sea turtle speciesdolphinsdugongs (rare)humpback whales (seasonal).
Ecossistema e vegetação
Coral reefs, seagrass beds, mangrove forests, tidal channels, sandy beaches, open ocean. Extensive seagrass beds, eight mangrove species, diverse hard and soft coral species.
Melhor altura para visitar
Year-round; October to March for whale sharks
Como chegar e informações práticas
Acesso
Accessible by air (30-minute flight from Dar) or boat. Main settlements: Kilindoni, Utende, Chole Island.
Horário
Accessible 24/7