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Dzanga-Ndoki National Park

Dzanga-Ndoki National Park is a national park in Central African Republic, established in 1990, covering 1,143 km² (441 sq mi). It is the #4 largest of Central African Republic's 5 national parks.

Area
1,143 km²
Established
1990
IUCN
II: National Park
Nearest airport
BGF · 336 km
Dzanga-Ndoki National Park
Photo: Massa B (2020) Revision of the Afrotropical genus Leiodontocercus (Orthoptera, Tettigoniidae, Phaneropterinae) with a description of four new species. ZooKeys 9 · CC0

Nearest airports to Dzanga-Ndoki National Park

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    Bangui M'Poko International Airport Flag of Central African RepublicBangui, Central African Republic Airports in Central African RepublicTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    BGF336 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Mbandaka Airport Flag of DR CongoMbandaka, DR Congo Airports in DR Congo
    MDK363 kmstraight line

More about Dzanga-Ndoki National Park

Dzanga-Ndoki National Park is one of 5 national parks in the Central African Republic. It covers 1,143 km² (114,326 ha) — about 73% of the size of London, making it the #4 largest national park in the Central African Republic (3.5% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 1990, 36 years ago — the first national parks in the Central African Republic date back to 1960. It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.

Visiting Dzanga-Ndoki National Park

The closest airport is Bangui M'Poko International Airport (BGF), about 336 km away — around 7 h 16 min by car; alternatively Mbandaka Airport (MDK, 363 km). Other national parks within reach include Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park (4,065 km²), Lobéké National Park (2,179 km²), Boumba Bek National Park (2,383 km²) and Mbaéré-Bodingué National Park (866 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Dzanga-Ndoki National Park?

1,143 km² — about 114,326 hectares or 441 square miles.

When was Dzanga-Ndoki National Park established?

In 1990 — 36 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Dzanga-Ndoki National Park?

Bangui M'Poko International Airport (BGF), about 336 km away in a straight line.

What protection category is Dzanga-Ndoki National Park?

It is listed under IUCN category II: National Park of the IUCN protected area categories.

Data: Wikidata (CC0), English Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.