The Gulf’s other marine habitats include sea grass beds, salt pans and mangroves.

The Gulf of Tadjoura islands are often also historically significant, having been used in the past by colonial powers such as the French and the British in their trade or as acquisitions for their empires.

The Gulf of Tadjoura has hosted some of the most magnificent marine fauna and flora, some of which are near extinction or at serious environmental risk.

[clarification needed] Due to coral reefs, the Gulf of Tadjoura is a heaven for divers and snorkelers.

Passenger transport on the gulf includes a number of ferry lines which connect the following ports: Djibouti City, Tadjoura and Obock.