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Kuapnit Balinsasayao National Park

Kuapnit Balinsasayao National Park is a national park in Philippines, established in 1937, covering 3.6 km² (1 sq mi). It is the #25 largest of Philippines's 41 national parks. Protected area of the Philippines.

Area
3.6 km²
Established
1937
IUCN
II: National Park
Nearest airport
TAC · 67 km

Nearest airports to Kuapnit Balinsasayao National Park

  1. 1
    Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport Flag of PhilippinesTacloban City, Philippines Airports in Philippines
    TAC67 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Mactan Cebu International Airport Flag of PhilippinesCebu City/Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines Airports in PhilippinesTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    CEB110 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Surigao Airport Flag of PhilippinesSurigao City, Philippines Airports in Philippines
    SUG115 kmstraight line

More about Kuapnit Balinsasayao National Park

Kuapnit Balinsasayao National Park is one of 41 national parks in the Philippines — protected area of the Philippines. It covers 3.6 km² (364 ha) — about 1.8 times the size of Monaco, making it the #25 largest national park in the Philippines (0% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 1937, 89 years ago — the first national parks in the Philippines date back to 1904. It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.

Visiting Kuapnit Balinsasayao National Park

The closest airport is Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport (TAC), about 67 km away — around 1 h 27 min by car; alternatively Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB, 110 km). Other national parks within reach include MacArthur Landing Memorial National Park (0 km²), Sohoton Natural Bridge National Park (4,303 km²), Sudlon-Nationalpark (6 km²) and Guadalupe Mabugnao Mainit Hot Spring National Park (1 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Kuapnit Balinsasayao National Park?

3.6 km² — about 364 hectares or 1 square miles.

When was Kuapnit Balinsasayao National Park established?

In 1937 — 89 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Kuapnit Balinsasayao National Park?

Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport (TAC), about 67 km away in a straight line.

What protection category is Kuapnit Balinsasayao 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.