Abalone Caye, Port Honduras Marine Reserve, Protected marine zone in New Haven, Belize.
Port Honduras Marine Reserve spans 40,470 hectares with mangrove forests, seagrass beds, and coral reefs along the Caribbean coast of Belize.
The marine reserve received official protected status in January 2000 to safeguard marine species and support local fishing communities in the Toledo district.
Local fishermen maintain traditional practices within designated zones while adhering to conservation guidelines established by the Belize Fisheries Department.
The ranger station on Abalone Caye requires all visitors to register upon arrival and obtain permits for activities within the reserve zones.
The reserve contains more than one hundred small mangrove cayes that provide nesting grounds for diverse bird species and habitats for marine life.
Location: New Haven
Website: http://tidebelize.org
Address: 695F+MV2 Caribbean Sea, New Haven, Belize New Haven New Haven
Phone: +5016708616
Website: http://tidebelize.org
GPS coordinates: 16.20914,-88.62536
Latest update: March 7, 2025 21:31
Natural, archaeological sites and islands in Belize featuring marine coral reefs, Mayan ruins, and nature reserves. The area includes the world's second largest coral reef, Mayan archaeological sites with pyramids and ancient structures, as well as nature reserves housing jaguars, birds, and marine species. Islands and cayes provide beaches, mangroves, and diving areas in the coral reefs. Caves and underground networks offer views of Mayan relics and geological formations. The diverse ecosystems include tropical forests, wetlands, mountains, and marine environments.
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