The Matsalu Bay area is one of the most famous bird sites in Europe. The territory and aquatory of the national park comprises a bit less than 500 km2 that includes Matsalu Bay and the delta area of the Kasari River together with surrounding flooded meadows, coastal meadows, reed beds and forests as well as the islet-rich section of the Vainameri Sea adjoining Matsalu Bay. In April and May the Kasari River has extensive floods. This is the period of the most intense bird life. Thousands of geese and dipper ducks can be seen in the floodplains, the coastal meadows are crowded with Branta species and the bay area abounds in swans, coots and diving ducks. On the whole, 271 bird species have been recorded in Matsalu. The number of nesting species is 175. Eight towers have been installed for bird watching, the most popular locations include the towers of Haeska, Keemu and Kloostri. The nature can be explored on nature tracks and boat trips can be arranged to visit the aquatory of Matsalu Bay.
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