Maputaland Marine Reserve

Maputaland Marine Reserve is located in the middle of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and provides fantastic safari opportunities. High-vegetated sand dunes, Lake Sibaya, and lovely hidden beaches with natural coral reefs make up this area. During a visit to the Elephant Coast, this quiet calm beach destination is the ideal place to relax and unwind in between safari experiences. From immaculate forests and wetlands filled with lakes and marshes to coral reefs and deserted beaches, this beautiful sub-tropical spot is paradise. Numerous bird species, reptiles, and freshwater fish may be found in the area, making it a perfect location for nature lovers.

Lake Sibaya contains beautiful, fresh water and is home to a variety of fish, Nile crocodiles, and hippo pods. On its reefs, the park is home to a wide variety of aquatic life, including Moorish idols, blue surgeonfish, parrotfish, marble, and manta rays, to name a few. Many species, including the rare Chestnut-banded plover, live in the densely vegetated sand dunes on land. This coastline's warm waters attract a wide variety of marine life, including loggerhead and leatherback turtles, ragged-tooth sharks and giant whale sharks, bottlenose dolphins and humpback whales, as well as a plethora of colourful reef fish and other sea critters.

The dry season lasts from April to September and comes with pleasant temperatures, warm days, and cool nights. During the summer months of October to March, the climate is hot and humid and there’s some rain.

The lakes in Maputaland Marine Reserve contain crocodiles and hippos, while antelopes inhabit the dry inland parts of the reserve. The mouth of the lake system is considered to provide some of the best snorkelling in South Africa. But the area is most famous for its leatherback turtles, which lay their eggs in the soft beach sand from the end of October through to January. Turtle viewing is allowed with wildlife rangers. Other activities include scuba diving and fishing on Lake Sibaya.

Maputaland Marine Reserve offers two excellent luxury lodges—Thonga Beach Lodge and Rocktail Beach Camp. Rocktail Beach Camp is a four-star luxury resort located on the Maputaland Marine Reserve's northern coast, while Thonga Beach Lodge is a 5-star luxury beach lodge on the Maputaland Coast.

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