Kissama National Park

Kissama National Park—also known as Parque Nacional da Quiçama—is Angola’s
most accessible protected wildlife area and a premier destination for Safari &
Wildlife, Conservation & Environment, and Intimate & Relaxing events. Located
just 70 km south of Luanda, this 9,600-square-kilometre park offers a stunning
combination of restored savannah, coastal plains, and baobab-dotted woodlands,
making it a rare blend of biodiversity and proximity.
Established in 1938 and revitalized after the civil war through rewilding
efforts—including the celebrated Operation Noah’s Ark, which reintroduced
elephants, antelopes, and giraffes—Kissama is now a living case study in ecological
resilience. It is a natural setting for field-based conferences, wildlife photography
retreats, eco-tourism workshops, and sustainable travel summits. Its ease of
access from Luanda makes it a strategic venue for both local and international
delegates without the need for air transfers or complex logistics.
Key event venues include the Kissama Eco Lodge, a tranquil facility inside the park
that provides bungalows, dining areas, and open-air meeting spaces. It is well-suited
for executive retreats, team-building safaris, or environmental NGO gatherings.
Outdoor terraces overlooking the plains serve as striking locations for evening talks,
fireside debates, or conservation award ceremonies beneath the stars.

Activities can be woven into event itineraries: morning wildlife drives, guided
birdwatching walks, visits to Quicama River, or even community-led sessions on
human-wildlife coexistence. For events that balance relaxation with purpose,
Kissama offers not only visual beauty but also programming substance.
The park also plays a vital educational role. It’s regularly used by universities, youth
leadership programs, and regional conservation networks for immersive field labs,
ecological research, and training workshops. Collaborations with park rangers,
scientists, and local guides add depth to any event by grounding discussions in real-
world practice.
For destination weddings, intimate celebrations, or wellness retreats, Kissama
delivers serenity and scenery within a protected, peaceful environment. With the
gentle rumble of elephants in the distance and birdsong overhead, the park offers a
rare Angolan experience—untamed, yet inviting.
For planners seeking the magic of the wild without straying far from the capital,
Kissama is unmatched: a conservation success story and an event setting with
soul.