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The whole Bazaruto Archipelago is part of a Conservation project whose primary objective is to maintain the ecological and social integrity of the Bazaruto National Park by wise sustainable use of the resources. The Bazaruto islands attracts nature lovers, sun worshippers and water sports enthusiasts alike. Activities include: Deep - Sea Diving, where there are numerous coral reefs and old wrecks to explore, Snorkeling on the inside of the reef, Saltwater fly fishing and above all Big Game Fishing. The Bazaruto Archipelago offers Big Game Fishing on a world class level. The best time for Marlin fishing is from mid September to the end of December. Sailfish fishing is from April to August and smaller game fish such as King Mackerel, Bonito, Travelli, Queen Mackerel are available all year round. "Tag and Release" fishing is the usual policy.
For birding enthusiasts, approximately 164 different birds have been identified and confirmed on the Bazaruto islands in habitats varying from the coastal dunes, open grasslands and fresh water lakes. More unusual birds to be seen are the green coucals, green pigeons, purple banded and black sunbirds, olive bee-eaters, mannikins, paradise fly-catchers, bartailed godwits, whimbrels and crab plovers. The Archipelago is a shell collector's haven. At North Point, Pansy Island and numerous surrounding sandbanks, many of the famous "Pansy Shells"" can be seen. There are two types of these shells, one of which is endemic to Mozambique.
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