Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park | Marine National Park Tours

This is a marine bio Sphere, running along the coasts of Ramanathapuram and Tuthukudi (Tuticorin) Districts. The entire Gulf of Mannar abounds in distinguished marine life covering, 21 Islands and 623 ha.

This National Park is full of coral reefs, Dugong, Turtles, Dolphins and Balano-glossus. Kurasadai Islands, off mandapam, Boasts of a vast expanse of shallow waters. The presence of coral reef, flora and fauna here are in their virgin form. Dolphins could create euphoria to the tourists.

Flora and Fauna at the Marine National Park
Full of marine life like coral reefs, Turtles, Dugong and Balano-Glossus, the Gulf of Mannar is the first Marine Biosphere Reserve in South East Asia. If you are a lover of Sea life then the Gulf of Mannar Marine National park is the place for you! The unique marine eco system of the Gulf of Mannar is one of the richest for biodiversity resources. It is well evident from the fact that more than 3, 600 species of plant and animal life have been registered at the reserve. Dolphins, one of the most amazing sea animals, are great attraction for the tourists. The coral reef, flora and fauna are present in their virgin form here in the biosphere reserve. The geographical location of the National Park makes the coral reefs highly productive and the Coral reefs are therefore referred to as "Underwater Tropical Rain Forest.

Many islands including the Kurasadai Islands, off Mandapam, boast of a vast expanse of shallow Seawater. Another interesting facet of the marine National Park is that over 138 villages and towns spread over five districts of the region depend largely on the fishery resources of the Gulf of Mannar. More than 50 along the coastline bordering the Gulf of Mannar depend directly on the biodiversity resources of the Gulf of Mannar biosphere reserve for their livelihood.

How to Reach the Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park

Air
The nearest airport is at Madurai (150-km).

Rail
The nearest railway stations are the Mandapam railway station and the railway station at Tuticorin.


Other Details
» Annual Rainfall : 900 mm
» Airport : Madurai (150 Kms)
» Railway Station : Mandapam/ Toothukudi
» Accommodation : Hotel at Mandapam
» Other Facilities : Boats available
» Authority : The Wild Life Warden, Gulf of Mannar, Marine National Park, 76/1. Madurai Road, Mandapam, Ramanathapuram District - 62350.

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