Somalia · national park
Kismayo National Park
Kismayo National Park is a national park in Somalia.
- IUCN
- II: National Park
- Nearest airport
- LAU · 278 km
Nearest airports to Kismayo National Park
- 1 LAU278 kmstraight line
- 2 WJR358 kmstraight line
- 3 MGQ405 kmstraight line
Lamu, KenyaMore about Kismayo National Park
Kismayo National Park is one of 4 national parks in Somalia.
History and protection
It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.
Visiting Kismayo National Park
The closest airport is Manda Airport (LAU), about 278 km away — around 6 h 1 min by car; alternatively Wajir Airport (WJR, 358 km). Other national parks within reach include Lag Badana-Bushbush National Park (3,340 km²), Malindi Marine National Park (6 km²), Kora National Park and Arabuko Sokoke National Park (6 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.
Frequently asked questions
What is the nearest airport to Kismayo National Park?
Manda Airport (LAU), about 278 km away in a straight line.
What protection category is Kismayo National Park?
It is listed under IUCN category II: National Park of the IUCN protected area categories.
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