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Mbudya Island Marine Reserve

Mbudya Island Marine Reserve

Islands, Marine Parks and Reserves 0.69 km² Ocean Islands, Dar es Salaam

Mbudya Island Marine Reserve

Islands, Marine Parks and Reserves 0.69 km² Ocean Islands, Dar es Salaam

Mbudya, an uninhabited island north of Tanzania’s major city, Dar es Salaam, is one of the four islands that make up the Dar es Salaam Marine Reserve. 

The island lies close to Kunduchi fishing community and takes around 15-20 minutes motorboat ride crossing from the mainland. It is situated about 3 km offshore, within easy reach of the hotels on the North coast of Dar es Salaam.

The beautiful Mbudya Island is located in the midst of the Indian Ocean resembles Dar es Salaam’s Zanzibar. Mbudya Island, with its white-sand beaches and crystal clear turquoise seas, is the ideal getaway for anyone looking to escape the rush and bustle of Dar es Salaam. Sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling, and simply spending time on the seashore with friends are all popular activities on this island.

The Island is characterized with sand beaches on the western and eastern sides. On the western side, it is possible to have barbecued fish with chips and drinks under casuarina trees and Bandas (local shade facilities) in which one can rest in. The island has a restaurant serving sea food and a variety of beverages under the shade of palm trees or palm frond thatched huts.

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