National Park · Ecuador
Galápagos National Park
Galápagos National Park is a national park in Ecuador, covering 1,913,828 acres (774,499 ha), established in 1959.
National Park · Ecuador
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Park facts
| Park type | National Park |
|---|---|
| Location | Ecuador |
| Area | 1,913,828 acres (774,499 ha) |
| Established | 1959 |
| Coordinates | 0.3333° S, 90.0000° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Planning your visit
Best time to visit
December to May — warm season, calmer seas, best for snorkelling; June to November for marine life and diving
What to do
Getting there
| Nearest airport | Seymour Airport, Baltra Island (GPS) |
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Airports near this park
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- Seymour Galapagos Ecological Airport (GPS) · Isla Baltra, Ecuador · 20.2 miles away
Parks nearby
More parks in Ecuador
Frequently asked questions
Where is Galápagos National Park?
Galápagos National Park is in Ecuador (0.3333° S, 90.0000° W).
When was Galápagos National Park established?
Galápagos National Park was established in 1959, per the source listed at the foot of this page.
How big is Galápagos National Park?
Galápagos National Park covers 1,913,828 acres (774,499 ha).
When is the best time to visit Galápagos National Park?
December to May — warm season, calmer seas, best for snorkelling; June to November for marine life and diving.
How do I get to Galápagos National Park?
The nearest airport is Seymour Airport, Baltra Island (GPS).
Sources
- https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q112375 — Wikidata (CC0) — name, country, coordinates, area, established year, highest point where stated.
- https://www.galapagos.org/travel/planning-a-trip/ — Best time to visit, as stated by the source.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gal%C3%A1pagos_National_Park — Official park page.
- https://orion-staging.smartdoll.jp/real-spot/exploring-galapagos-national-park-ecuadors-wildlife-paradise-1767648554 — Getting there — nearest town and airport, as stated by the source.