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Zinave National Park

Zinave National Park is a national park in Mozambique, established in 1973, covering 4,000 km² (1,544 sq mi). It is the #3 largest of Mozambique's 8 national parks.

Area
4,000 km²
Established
1973
Nearest airport
VNX · 191 km

Nearest airports to Zinave National Park

  1. 1
    Vilankulo Airport Flag of MozambiqueVilanculo, Mozambique Airports in MozambiqueTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    VNX191 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Beira International Airport Flag of MozambiqueBeira, Mozambique Airports in Mozambique
    BEW245 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Chimoio Airport Flag of MozambiqueChimoio, Mozambique Airports in Mozambique
    VPY270 kmstraight line

More about Zinave National Park

Zinave National Park is one of 8 national parks in Mozambique. It covers 4,000 km² (400,000 ha) — about 2.5 times the size of London, making it the #3 largest national park in Mozambique (12.1% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 1973, 53 years ago, one of the earliest national parks in Mozambique (the first dates from 1960).

Visiting Zinave National Park

The closest airport is Vilankulo Airport (VNX), about 191 km away — around 4 h 8 min by car; alternatively Beira International Airport (BEW, 245 km). Other national parks within reach include Banhine National Park (7,000 km²), Gonarezhou National Park (5,053 km²), Bazaruto National Park (1,430 km²) and Chimanimani National Park — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Zinave National Park?

4,000 km² — about 400,000 hectares or 1,544 square miles.

When was Zinave National Park established?

In 1973 — 53 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Zinave National Park?

Vilankulo Airport (VNX), about 191 km away in a straight line.

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