Punta de Manabique
Guatemala, Izabal
Punta de Manabique
LocationGuatemala, Izabal
RegionIzabal
TypeWildlife Refuge
Coordinates15.8333°, -88.4667°
Established2005
Area1519
Nearest CityPuerto Barrios (20 km)
About Punta de Manabique
Guatemala's first marine-coastal protected area, a peninsula and coastal zone north of Puerto Barrios on the Caribbean coast. The refuge covers 132,900 ha total including reef zones, sea grass meadows, mangroves, and tropical forest, and is a critical nesting site for manatees and sea turtles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Punta de Manabique located?
Punta de Manabique is located in Izabal, Guatemala at coordinates 15.8333, -88.4667.
How do I get to Punta de Manabique?
To get to Punta de Manabique, the nearest city is Puerto Barrios (20 km).
How large is Punta de Manabique?
Punta de Manabique covers approximately 1,519 square kilometers (586 square miles).
When was Punta de Manabique established?
Punta de Manabique was established in 2005.