Mombasa Marine National Park and Reserve

The marine park extends over 210 square kilometers along the Kenyan coast, featuring coral reefs, sea grass beds, and diverse marine environments.

The Kenyan government established this protected marine area in 1986 to prevent coral reef destruction and reduce the effects of commercial fishing.

Local fishermen maintain traditional fishing practices in designated zones of the reserve, following regulations that protect marine species and coral formations.

Visitors can access the park through multiple entry points including Serena Gate and Severin Gate, with different fees for residents and international tourists.

The reserve shelters five species of sea turtles, including green, hawksbill, loggerhead, Ridley, and leatherback, which nest along its protected shores.

Location: Mombasa County

Inception: 1986

GPS coordinates: -4.06667,39.78333

Latest update: March 8, 2025 13:41