Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park, Marine national park in southern coastal Kenya.
The protected area spans 39 square kilometers across the Indian Ocean, featuring four small islands surrounded by coral reefs and marine ecosystems.
The Kenya Wildlife Service established this marine sanctuary in 1978 to safeguard the diverse aquatic species and protect the critical breeding grounds.
Local communities near the park maintain traditional fishing methods that support both marine conservation and the sustainable use of ocean resources.
Visitors can access the park through guided boat tours from Shimoni, with optimal viewing conditions occurring during the dry season from June to September.
The marine park houses 250 fish species, including trigger fish, moray eels, and various coral formations that create underwater gardens.
Inception: 1978
GPS coordinates: -4.71389,39.36222
Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:53
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