Ecuador · national park
Galápagos National Park
Galápagos National Park is a national park in Ecuador, established in 1959, covering 7,995 km² (3,087 sq mi). It is the #2 largest of Ecuador's 14 national parks.
- Area
- 7,995 km²
- Established
- 1959
- Nearest airport
- GPS · 32 km
Nearest airports to Galápagos National Park
- 1Seymour Galapagos Ecological AirportGPS32 kmstraight lineIsla Baltra, Ecuador
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More about Galápagos National Park
Galápagos National Park is one of 14 national parks in Ecuador — national park and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ecuador. It covers 7,995 km² (799,540 ha) — about 5.1 times the size of London, making it the #2 largest national park in Ecuador (23.4% of the country's national park area).
History and protection
The park was established in 1959, 67 years ago, which makes it the oldest national park in Ecuador.
Visiting Galápagos National Park
The closest airport is Seymour Galapagos Ecological Airport (GPS), about 32 km away — around 42 minutes by car.
Frequently asked questions
How big is Galápagos National Park?
7,995 km² — about 799,540 hectares or 3,087 square miles.
When was Galápagos National Park established?
In 1959 — 67 years ago.
What is the nearest airport to Galápagos National Park?
Seymour Galapagos Ecological Airport (GPS), about 32 km away in a straight line.
Data: Wikidata (CC0), English Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.