- Address: Republic of Honduras, Tel.
- Tel .: +504 9505-0226
- Foundation date: January 1, 1988.
- Total area: 781.62 square meters. km
- Height above sea level: 900 m
- Category: IUCN II (national park)
- Nearest town: Tela
- Working hours: daily from 9:00 to 18:00
- Entrance fee: free of charge
One of the most interesting places in the port city of Tela in Honduras is the Marino Punta Sal National Park, also known as the Khanet Kawas Park. He received this name in honor of the ecologist, who prevented the development of the park zone. The reserve includes tropical forests and mangrove swamps of the Department of Atlantis, which are under the protection of the authorities of Honduras.
Natural Park Areas
In addition to land and coastal areas, the Marino-Punta-Sal National Park includes a marine area rich in coral reefs and a diverse ichthyofauna. In addition, the park of Punta Sal has become a habitat for various species of birds and monkeys. Also in the park area there are zones of lagoons, bogs, rocky terrain.
The territory of Khanet Kawas and its inhabitants
The territory of the National Park is huge and has more than 780 square meters. m, which meet amazing representatives of the flora and fauna of the country. For example, the lagoons of the Marino-Punta-Sal Park have become a haven for dolphins, manat, manatees and other animals. The Mikos Lagoon has sheltered over 350 species of birds. In the tropical zone of the reserve there live various species of sloths and monkeys. The park cliffs protect the plants and animals of the reserve from the northern cold winds.
What awaits tourists?
Tourists are attracted to the park not only the richest flora, fauna and impressive landscapes, but also clean beaches with snow-white sand, amazing jungles and beautiful coral reefs. To get acquainted with all the beauties of the Marino-Punta Sal National Park, it is possible during hiking, diving tours or a relaxing holiday on the coast.
For the convenience of placing tourists on the territory of the National Park of Marino-Punta Sal there are hotels: Tela Mar, Mariscos, Maya Vista. There are small restaurants and grocery stores.
A little national color
Another attraction of Marino-Punta Sal is the village of Miami, whose age exceeds 200 years. The village has preserved its identity and national flavor. Here you can see old dwellings, suits of two centuries ago, to communicate with the indigenous population of the peninsula.
Helpful information
The Marino-Punta Sal National Park is open for visits daily from 09:00 to 18:00. Free admission. Rafting tours, boat trips, trekking in the jungle and rainforest are organized for a fee.
How to get there?
Park Khanet Kavas is located 15 km from the city of Tela . You can get to it on one of the buses that run along the route "Tel-Marino-Punta Sal", or by taxi.
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