The Tales of our Ocean

Bazaruto Archipelgo became a nationally protected conservation area in 1971. Then in 2019, it become  globally recognized by BioFund, every year a summit is hosted in Vilanculos with the mayor, several other neighbouring African presidents' and donors' to discuss the progression of conservation. 

It doesn't just stop there. There are a number of foundations and conservation non-profit organizations making incredible strides in marine research, reef observatory, huge beach clean-ups, artificial reef restoration, local education in environmental management and the hiring of the locals to sustain these projects. These groups of innovative environmental enthusiasts are, undeniably, the reason for the existence, growth and continuation of many of the endangered species, still to this day.

 

Bazaruto boasts with wildlife with 180 identified species of birds, 45 species of reptiles, endemic butterflies, suni antelope and freshwater crocodiles. Around 2000 species of fish have been recorded for the area, including reef fish such as surgeon, moorish idols, parrot, angel and butterfly fish to name but a few. Marine turtles, game fish and devil rays are regularly seen. The Bazaruto Archipelago is also home to the largest population of dugongs along the eastern coastline of Africa, south of the Red Sea. All in all, you are getting the most diverse and exotic beauties Africa has to offer. 

As a guest, there are small ways you can contribute to the environment whilst on your holiday. 

• When visiting the islands, you are required to pay a park fee for entrance onto each island and this money goes straight back into the conservation programs. 
• When snorkeling don't walk not he reef beds or bump them with your flippers.
• Be sure that your boat uses the buoys at Two Mile Reef or anchors in the sand. 
• Do not remove anything from the reefs
• Try not buy shells, corals, ornamental fish on the mainland.
• Use organic or reef-friendly sunscreen.
• Try book with legal and registered operators of any tourism activities.
• Can donate to the conservation non-profit organizations- a little goes a long way!

Above, is a photo of a Manta Ray taken by on of our guests will scuba diving.

Below, is a table of Marine life according to migration forecasts by BCSS. Bare in mind, when you are planning your trip to make sure you see great sightings.