Created in 2002, the Quirimbas National Park, in the province of Cabo Delgado, is one of the most stunning tourist destinations in Mozambique. Covering an area of approximately 7,500 km², it protects essential ecosystems, combining environmental conservation and sustainable development.
Of the 27 islands that make up the Quirimbas Archipelago, 11 are part of the Park, creating a landscape of rare beauty. The crystal-clear waters are home to vast coral reefs and impressive marine biodiversity, including dolphins, turtles, dugongs, sharks and rays.
On the mainland, the Park preserves extensive mangrove forests and dry miombo, as well as a chain of inselbergs in the Taratibu region, creating a unique landscape. The terrestrial fauna is equally rich, including a diversity of migratory birds and four of the iconic Big Five: elephant, lion, leopard and buffalo.
Open daily from 6:00 am to 5:00 pm, Quirimbas National Park can be visited all year round. The period between November and April is the hottest, with temperatures ranging from 22°C to 35°C, providing ideal conditions for exploring this natural sanctuary.
Quirimbas National Park has been an example of how sustainable tourism can coexist with environmental conservation. The authorities responsible for managing the Park have been implementing initiatives that promote the protection of habitats while boosting the local economy through ecotourism.
The communities living near the park play a key role in its preservation, being involved in environmental education programmes and community tourism projects.
Sustainable fishing and crafts are some of the activities encouraged as economic alternatives that reduce the impact on sensitive ecosystems. Their continued preservation is essential to ensure that future generations can witness the extraordinary beauty of this Mozambican natural heritage.
(By MozaVibe)
