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Explore 9 protected areas in Kuwait — rated across 10 categories

Nature reserve in the Al Jahra area that encompasses the Jahra Pools, Kuwait's only significant inland wetland. An Important Bird Area supporting over 220 recorded bird species.

Al Khuwaisat

Sandy coral island about 30 km off Kuwait's southern coast, surrounded by reefs popular for diving and snorkeling. The EPA-managed marine reserve safeguards a breeding colony of white-cheeked terns an

Kubbar

Kuwait's first Ramsar site on Bubiyan Island, featuring lagoons and salt marshes that host the world's largest breeding colony of crab-plovers and serve as a major stop for migratory birds.

Mubarak Al Kabeer

Kuwait's smallest and most remote island, ringed by vibrant coral reefs in the southern territorial waters. The EPA-managed marine reserve protects breeding terns and nesting green and hawksbill sea t

Qaruh

Kuwait's premier wildlife sanctuary north of Kuwait Bay, supporting diverse desert ecosystems with native and reintroduced species. Open to the public by permit.

Sabah Al Ahmad

Coastal marine reserve along the northern shore of Kuwait Bay, protecting intertidal mudflats and shallow marine habitats important for migratory shorebirds.

Sulaibikhat Bay

Southernmost Kuwaiti island near the Saudi maritime border, one of the country's most important sea turtle nesting sites for green and hawksbill turtles. The EPA marine reserve also protects coral ree

Umm Al Maradim

Terrestrial desert reserve in northern Kuwait designated for rehabilitation of native arid ecosystems and biodiversity. Managed by the Public Authority for Agriculture Affairs and Fish Resources under

Umm Niqa

Desert reserve along the ancient Wadi al-Batin drainage system in western Kuwait, protecting arid desert ecosystems and native wildlife habitats.

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