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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Kenya",
    "addressLocality": "Kimwarer"
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    "Kenya Airways"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
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      "value": "60 minutes"
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      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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  "city": "Kimwarer",
  "code": "KRV",
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  "connection_tips": "Kerio Valley Airport (KRV) is a remote and basic airstrip situated in the dramatic landscapes of Kenya's Great Rift Valley, near the town of Kimwarer. For commercial travelers, the most practical and efficient gateway is Eldoret International Airport (EDL), located approximately 84 kilometers (52 miles) to the west. If you are arriving at KRV via a private charter, it is absolutely essential to ensure that your ground transportation is pre-arranged and that the airstrip manager is aware of your ETA. Always confirm your local logistics at least 48 hours in advance, as mobile network coverage on the valley floor can be intermittent, making last-minute coordination difficult.\n\nIt is important for travelers to distinguish this facility from the larger aviation hubs in the tea-growing region of Kericho (KEY). From Eldoret, the journey to the Kerio Valley requires hiring a private 4x4 vehicle or taxi for a spectacular 2 to 3-hour drive that descends thousands of feet down the steep Elgeyo Escarpment. The airfield is frequently unattended, and it is common for livestock or local wildlife to be present on the runway, necessitating a low pass by pilots to clear the strip before landing.\n\nCurrently, KRV does not host regularly scheduled commercial airline services; instead, it serves as a vital link for medical evacuations, government personnel, conservation initiatives, and private charters accessing the nearby Rimoi National Reserve. This route offers some of the most breathtaking views in East Africa but can be challenging during the rainy season when unpaved sections of the road may become difficult to navigate. There are no refueling, maintenance, or commercial passenger facilities on-site, meaning travelers must be entirely self-sufficient, carrying their own water, food, and emergency supplies.",
  "country": "Kenya",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Use Eldoret (EDL) for commercial flights; KRV is charter-only.",
    "Arrange 4x4 transport from Eldoret; the road is scenic but steep.",
    "Watch for livestock and wildlife on the airstrip if flying privately.",
    "Carry all supplies; there are no shops or water at the airfield.",
    "Mobile network coverage can be spotty in the valley floor."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "KRV",
  "icao": "ZKRV",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 0.319638,
  "layover_planner_info": "Basic airstrip at 4,325ft elevation with minimal shelter. No refueling, shops, or water. Spectacular Rift Valley location requires 4x4 access via Elgeyo Escarpment.",
  "longitude": 35.66256,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 90,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 90,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact charter operators or coordinate 4x4 transport to Eldoret International (84km/52mi). No scheduled commercial service - medical evacuations and charters only.",
  "name": "Kerio Valley Airport",
  "region": "Africa",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "EDL",
      "name": "Eldoret International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "NUU",
      "name": "Nakuru Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Kerio Valley Airport (KRV) occupies a dramatic position at 4,325 feet elevation in Kenya's spectacular Rift Valley system, serving the Kimwarer area where the Great Rift Valley branches northward from the head of the Kerio River toward the Cherangani Hills. The airport's terminal facilities reflect its role as a small regional airstrip providing essential connectivity to one of Kenya's most geographically striking regions, with basic passenger processing areas and simple ground support facilities configured to accommodate light aircraft operating in this challenging terrain. The facility's location in the heart of the Kerio Valley, known for its steep escarpments and breathtaking landscapes, requires specialized operational procedures adapted to the unique topographical challenges of this branch of the East African Rift system.\n\nPassenger amenities at Kerio Valley Airport are minimal but functional, designed to serve the essential transportation needs of local communities, government officials, and occasional tourists exploring this remote but spectacular region of northwestern Kenya. The airstrip primarily handles small aircraft connecting Kimwarer with regional centers, positioned strategically 25 kilometers from Kapchomuswo (Kabarnet) Airport, 48 kilometers from Eldoret International Airport, and 62 kilometers from Lake Baringo Airport. Kenya Airways and regional charter operators provide limited service to this remote facility, with flight schedules heavily dependent on weather conditions and seasonal accessibility in the valley's challenging environment.\n\nThe airport serves as a vital access point for communities living in the Kerio Valley, where steep terrain and limited road infrastructure make air transport essential for medical emergencies, government services, and economic connectivity. The valley's dramatic topography, stretching from Kimwarer northward to Chesegon at the base of the Cherangani Hills, creates unique flying conditions that require experienced pilots familiar with mountain and valley operations. Ground transportation from the airport to surrounding communities primarily consists of four-wheel-drive vehicles capable of navigating the rough terrain, connecting passengers to this remarkable landscape that showcases Kenya's geological diversity while supporting traditional pastoralist communities who have inhabited the valley for centuries.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Kerio%20Valley%20Airport"
}