South Ari Marine Park (SAMPa)
Alifu Dhaalu (Adh)
WDPA ID
555576579
Total Area
5,140.00 ha
Status
Designated
Contact Number
SAMPa Hotline - 7448300
The South Ari Marine Park (SAMPa) is a world-renowned area, and the most significant feature of this area is that Whale Sharks (Fehurihi) can be seen here throughout the year. It is also famous for its reef, which is rich with diverse varieties of corals and marine life. Important species spotted in this area include turtles, manta rays and different types of sharks.
Zones
Snorkeling
Snorkeling
Bookings Available Here
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Snorkeling
Snorkeling with Whale Sharks
Maldivians Free
Resort Free
Guesthouse Free
Liveaboard Free
Expats Free
Attributes
- Protected Area Category
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- Category 6 – Habitat/Species Management Area
- Date of Protection:
- 05 June 2009
Bookings
Activities
No activities.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling with Whale Sharks
Available at
Snorkeling
| Maldivians | MVR 0 Per Pax |
| Resort | MVR 0 Per Pax |
| Guesthouse | MVR 0 Per Pax |
| Liveaboard | MVR 0 Per Pax |
| Expats | MVR 0 Per Pax |
Do's and Dont's
Resources
SAMPA Re-announcement
460.5 KB
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SAMPA Re-Announcement_en
252.33 KB
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Resource dependence and conservation objectives of communities in South Ari Marine Protected Area
3.75 MB
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An ecological assesment of coral reefs in SAMPA
2.35 MB
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Consultation Workshop Report South Ari Marine Park (SAMPa) Draft Management Plan
497.1 KB
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