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- Mangrove labyrinth — a dense, braided network of red and black mangroves that frame the coast; these roots create a living nursery for fish, crabs and crustaceans and give the park its otherworldly, maze-like feel when explored by boat.
- Intertidal mudflats — wide flats exposed at low tide that pack the skies and shore with migratory waders each season; great for watching sandpipers, plovers and other shorebirds as they feed on the exposed mud.
- Birdwatching concentrations — the mix of mangrove, lagoon and shoreline attracts herons, egrets, mangrove-specialists (think mangrove kingfisher) and occasional African skimmers; even short trips can turn up a surprising list of species.
- Sea-turtle nesting beaches — parts of the coastline are used seasonally by nesting turtles; it’s one of the quieter,
- Mangrove labyrinth — a dense, braided network of red and black mangroves that frame the coast; these roots create a living nursery for fish, crabs and crustaceans and give the park its otherworldly, maze-like feel when explored by boat.
- Intertidal mudflats — wide flats exposed at low tide that pack the skies and shore with migratory waders each season; great for watching sandpipers, plovers and other shorebirds as they feed on the exposed mud.
- Birdwatching concentrations — the mix of mangrove, lagoon and shoreline attracts herons, egrets, mangrove-specialists (think mangrove kingfisher) and occasional African skimmers; even short trips can turn up a surprising list of species.
- Sea-turtle nesting beaches — parts of the coastline are used seasonally by nesting turtles; it’s one of the quieter, more natural stretches where you can learn about marine conservation and (with a guide) spot tracks or nests without disturbing them.
- Estuary and boat safaris — the easiest and most rewarding way to see the park: guided pirogue or motorboat trips thread the tidal channels, offering close views of shorebirds, mangrove life and the estuary’s fishy activity — sometimes dolphins show up in the bay, too.
- Sunset over the tidal flats — the light here is pure postcard material: long golden stretches, mirrored pools and flaming skies as the tide pulls out. Low effort, high reward for photographers and slow-travelers.
- Short trails & local-guided walks — infrastructure is minimal, but local guides lead short hikes from the mangrove edge into adjacent coastal forests and fishing villages, combining wildlife spotting with insights into how communities depend on the wetlands.
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Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past decade, I’ve backpacked through 80+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.