India's first Marine Biosphere Reserve: 21 uninhabited islands, dugong sea cows, glass-bottom boat rides in Mandapam, and coral conservation.
The Richest Marine Biosphere in South Asia
Stretching from Rameswaram Island to Tuticorin, the Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park is a globally significant biological reserve featuring 21 offshore islands fringed by shallow coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangrove estuaries.
Key Eco-Tourism Highlights
- Dugong Sea Cows: The gentle, endangered herbivorous marine mammal protected in the seagrass pastures around Pamban Island.
- Kurusadai Island Eco-Tourism Base: Accessible via authorized forest department boats from Mandapam, featuring guided walks on sandy lagoons with live sea cucumbers, starfish, and colorful coral polyps.
- Glass-Bottom Boat Safaris: Observe marine fish species and submerged coral formations without diving.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Crucial Operational & Religious Details for This Circuit
Boat safari tickets are managed by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department at the Mandapam eco-tourism interpretation center.
Category: Temple & Darshan