Reserve Marine Cabo de Gata Nijar

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The preservation state of the biodiversity at the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park is exceptional. Being of volcanic origin its geological formations are impressing and offer a wide variety of activities. The extent of the protected area of the park allows for large biodiversity of flora and fauna, in the terrestrial as wellas in the marine part of the park. The clear waters contain the mai Read more

The preservation state of the biodiversity at the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park is exceptional. Being of volcanic origin its geological formations are impressing and offer a wide variety of activities. The extent of the protected area of the park allows for large biodiversity of flora and fauna, in the terrestrial as wellas in the marine part of the park. The clear waters contain the main marine biocenoses described for the coastal bottoms of the westernMediterranean. More in particular indicator species such as Posidonia sea grass, certain algae and a varietyin invertebrate and vertebrate species give testimony about the good conservation state of the marine area.The protection of the marine area contributes to the regeneration and development of the resources of fishing interest artisanal fishermen of the area to preserve their traditional way of life.

Conservation activities

Promotion of sustainable entrepreneurship


Management of tourism activities


Coastal paths' management


Environmental education of visitors


Monitoring of flora and fauna


Protection of local flora & fauna


Protection of marine habitats


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Restricted activities

Fichier 2PICTO_BM Motorized water sports or activities prohibited
Fichier 4PICTO_BM Scuba diving prohibited
Fichier 5PICTO_BM Spearfishing prohibited
Fichier 10PICTO_BM Anchoring prohibited
Fichier 11PICTO_BM Restrictive fishing

Services

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Nearby activities MPA

Scuba diving
Snorkeling
Hiking
Sport
Hostel
Food
Restaurant

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