โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
60
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
International โ Domestic
90
minutes
International โ International
120
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Public airport serving Eldoret.
๐ Connection Tips
Allow ample time for connections and security checks.
โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
60
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Amboseli Airport (ASV) is a vital safari airstrip situated directly within Amboseli National Park in Kenya, renowned for its spectacular elephant herds and panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro. This facility serves as the primary air gateway for tourists embarking on wildlife safaris, operating daily scheduled flights from Nairobi's Wilson Airport (WIL) via carriers like Safarilink and AirKenya Express. The 'terminal' infrastructure is exceptionally basic, typically comprising a simple, open-sided shelter or small administrative hut, reflecting its role as a bush airstrip rather than a conventional airport.\n\nOperational procedures at ASV are informal and tailored to the unique safari environment. There are no security checkpoints, baggage carousels, or check-in counters. Passengers typically disembark directly onto the red earth runway and are met by their respective lodge or camp vehicles. Luggage is manually handled and often weighed on-site due to strict payload limitations on light aircraft. A distinctive feature of Amboseli is the presence of wildlife; it is not uncommon for elephants, zebras, or other animals to temporarily cross or graze on the airstrip, occasionally causing brief delays while rangers clear the area for aircraft operations.\n\nAmenities at the airstrip are non-existent. Travelers should not expect any shops, restaurants, or restroom facilities. Upon arrival, guests are immediately transferred to their safari lodges or camps, where all necessary comforts and services are provided. It is essential for visitors to pre-arrange all transfers with their accommodation and to carry only soft-sided luggage to comply with light aircraft regulations. The raw, immersive experience begins the moment one steps off the plane, often amidst the sounds and sights of the African wilderness.
๐ Connection Tips
Allow adequate time for connections. Check with airline for specific requirements.
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