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Isangano National Park

Isangano National Park is a national park in Zambia, established in 1957, covering 840 km² (324 sq mi). It is the #11 largest of Zambia's 20 national parks.

Area
840 km²
Established
1957
Nearest airport
MFU · 263 km

Nearest airports to Isangano National Park

  1. 1
    Mfuwe International Airport Flag of ZambiaMfuwe, Zambia Airports in Zambia
    MFU263 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport Flag of ZambiaNdola, Zambia Airports in ZambiaTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    NLA302 kmstraight line
  3. 3 MBI385 kmstraight line

More about Isangano National Park

Isangano National Park is one of 20 national parks in Zambia. It covers 840 km² (84,000 ha) — about the size of New York City, making it the #11 largest national park in Zambia (1.4% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 1957, 69 years ago — the first national parks in Zambia date back to 1938.

Visiting Isangano National Park

The closest airport is Mfuwe International Airport (MFU), about 263 km away — around 5 h 41 min by car; alternatively Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA, 302 km). Other national parks within reach include Lavushi Manda National Park (1,500 km²), Kasanka National Park (390 km²), North Luangwa National Park (4,636 km²) and South Luangwa National Park (9,050 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Isangano National Park?

840 km² — about 84,000 hectares or 324 square miles.

When was Isangano National Park established?

In 1957 — 69 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Isangano National Park?

Mfuwe International Airport (MFU), about 263 km away in a straight line.

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