The story of the creation of the Quirimbas National Park is quite unique. The Park was declared in June 2002 with the celebrations and official functions taking place on Ibo Island. What is extraordinary is that the Park was established at the request of local communities, stake holders and NGO's all interested in working together to protect the region.
Conservation can only really be effective if it has the support of the communities that inhabit the areas. In the case of the Quirimbas National Park it was unanimous.
Quirimbas National Parks goal is"to conserve the diversity, abundance, and ecological integrity of all physical and biological resources in the park area, so that they may be enjoyed and used productively by present and future generations"
