Malindi Marine National Park
Malindi Marine National Park | |
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Location | Malindi, Kenya |
Nearest city | Mombasa |
Coordinates | 3°15′20″S 40°08′36″E / 3.2556°S 40.1433°E |
Governing body | Kenya Wildlife Service |
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Malindi Marine National Park is located in the Indian Ocean, off the coast of Kenya. It is claimed to be oldest marine park in Africa. The park lies at Malindi, about 118 km north of Mombasa and is protected and administered by the Kenya Wildlife Service. Along with Watamu Marine National Park, Malindi Marine Park is enclosed by the Malindi Marine National Reserve.
Wildlife
[edit]The park's attractions include coral reefs, tropical fish, barracuda, turtles and dolphins.
References
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