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Airport of Linkwasha

Linkwasha, Zimbabwe

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Airport of Linkwasha

Linkwasha, Zimbabwe
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Remote bush airstrip serving Hwange's Linkwasha wilderness camp.

Location
Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
Linkwasha Airport (ICAO: FVLK) is a small, remote airstrip located in Hwange National Park in western Zimbabwe, serving the exclusive Linkwasha wilderness area. It primarily functions as an access point for safari operations and upscale bush camps in one of Africa's largest wildlife reserves. The airstrip is not served by scheduled commercial airlines and is used almost exclusively by charter and light aircraft carrying guests to and from nearby safari lodges. Its remote location within the national park makes air access the primary practical means of arrival for visitors.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airstrip to nearby safari camps is typically arranged by lodge operators, as no public road transport links exist.
Airlines here
No scheduled commercial airlines operate here; the airstrip is served exclusively by charter and light aircraft operators.
Notable facts
  • ›Located within Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe's largest national park.
  • ›Serves as an access airstrip for exclusive safari lodges including Linkwasha Camp.
  • ›No scheduled commercial airline service; charter flights only.
  • ›The surrounding area is renowned for large elephant populations and diverse wildlife.
  • ›Has no IATA code, reflecting its status as a private/charter-only facility.
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A remote wilderness gateway opening Zimbabwe's untamed Hwange heartland

Linkwasha Airstrip serves as a private bush airstrip located within Hwange National Park in western Zimbabwe, providing exclusive access to the Linkwasha Concession and its premier safari camps. It is a small, unpaved strip primarily used by charter and light aircraft transferring guests to and from luxury safari lodges such as Wilderness Safaris' Little Makalolo and Linkwasha Camp. The airstrip plays a vital role in sustainable wildlife tourism by minimizing vehicle traffic through sensitive conservation areas.

Terminals
  • Linkwasha Airstrip Terminal — A minimal open-air bush arrival area with no formal terminal building, serving light charter aircraft exclusively for safari lodge transfers.
Ground Transport
  • Private 4x4 game drive vehicles arranged by safari lodge
  • Charter flight connections to Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
  • Charter flight connections to Bulawayo Airport (BUQ)
Nearby Hotels
  • Linkwasha Camp (Wilderness Safaris)
  • Little Makalolo Camp (Wilderness Safaris)
  • Davison's Camp (Wilderness Safaris)
  • Camelthorn Lodge (Hwange)
Dining

There are no public dining facilities at Linkwasha Airstrip itself, as it is a private bush airstrip. All meals are provided exclusively within the safari camps, featuring locally inspired cuisine and bush dining experiences set against the backdrop of Hwange's wildlife.

Traveller Tips
  • All arrivals must be pre-arranged through a booked safari lodge — there are no public services or walk-in facilities at the airstrip.
  • Luggage is strictly limited on charter flights, typically 20 kg in soft bags only; confirm limits with your operator in advance.
  • Wildlife may be present on or near the airstrip — remain in your vehicle or follow staff instructions at all times upon landing.
  • The airstrip is only accessible during daylight hours; schedule flights accordingly and build buffer time for weather delays common in the rainy season.

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