SUMMARY FOR MOZAMBIQUE:
• Total Parks: 7
• Parks Listed Below: Bazaruto, Gorongosa, Limpopo, Magoe, Quirimbas, Zimba, Zinave
• Average Country Rating: 53/100
PARK NAME: Bazaruto
Country: Mozambique
Park ID: 1268
AVERAGE RATING: 59/100
Review Volume: Low number of reviews
DESCRIPTION:
Bazaruto National Park is a protected area encompassing six islands in the Indian Ocean. The park is known for its pristine coral reefs, marine life including dugongs, and white sandy beaches. The archipelago features critical nesting sites for sea turtles and diverse marine ecosystems.
DESCRIPTION:
Gorongosa National Park is one of Africa's greatest wildlife restoration stories. The park combines grassland and forest ecosystems with a rich diversity of large mammals including lions, elephants, and numerous antelope species. Mount Gorongosa, rising 1,863 meters, is a key feature of the park with its own unique rainforest ecosystem.
DESCRIPTION:
Limpopo National Park forms part of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park with South Africa's Kruger National Park. The park features diverse wildlife including elephants, lions, and numerous bird species. It encompasses varied landscapes from riverine forests to open savanna.
DESCRIPTION:
Magoe National Park is situated along the shores of Lake Cahora Bassa. The park protects important wildlife corridors and diverse ecosystems including miombo woodlands. It serves as a crucial conservation area for various species including elephants and buffalo.
DESCRIPTION:
Quirimbas National Park encompasses 11 coral islands and a significant stretch of coastal forest. The park is renowned for its marine biodiversity, pristine coral reefs, and mangrove forests. It provides critical habitat for sea turtles, dolphins, and numerous fish species.
DESCRIPTION:
Zimba National Reserve protects a significant mountain ecosystem in central Mozambique. The reserve features diverse flora and provides important watershed protection for the region. It serves as a crucial habitat for various endemic plant and animal species.
DESCRIPTION:
Zinave National Park is part of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Conservation Area. The park features extensive woodland savanna and is undergoing significant wildlife restoration efforts. It serves as an important corridor for wildlife movement between neighboring protected areas.