Tubli Bay, Natural bay and Ramsar site in Capital Governorate, Bahrain.
Tubli Bay is a body of water south of Manama that lies between Bahrain Island and Sitra Island, with mudflats and sandy areas exposed at low tide. The bay holds the last natural mangrove grove in the country and supports both commercial and recreational fishing.
The bay was much larger decades ago before land reclamation projects shrunk it significantly in size. These changes reshaped the landscape where fishing and nature conservation now coexist.
Fishing families have lived along these waters for generations, passing down their knowledge of tides and seasons to younger relatives. The bay remains a working place where daily rhythms follow the natural cycle of the sea rather than modern schedules.
The bay is best explored during low tide when the mudflats and sand become visible and accessible on foot. Wear sturdy footwear and be respectful of the working fishing grounds and natural habitats you encounter.
Dozens of bird species stop here during their seasonal migrations, moving through feeding areas on their journey between continents. This concentration of transient visitors reflects how the bay sits on major global migration routes.
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