Makuti Airstrip

Makuti, ZW 🇿🇼 Closed Airport

ICAO

ZW-0044

IATA

-

Elevation

3268 ft

Region

ZW-MW

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Airport Information

GPS Code: Not available

Local Code: Not available

Location: -16.344021° N, 29.202102° E

Continent: Africa

Type: Closed Airport

Terminal Information Not Available
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Online Reviews Summary

Specific traveler reviews and experiences for Makuti Airstrip (ZW-0044) as an operational airport facility are not readily available in recent public records. Information largely pertains to Makuti as a gateway to the Hurungwe Safari Area and related safari camps, rather than detailed feedback on the airstrip's amenities or services. The airstrip appears to function primarily as a basic landing point for those accessing the surrounding wilderness areas.

What Travelers Love (Related to Makuti as a Destination):

  • Access to Wilderness: Makuti serves as a key access point to the expansive and ecologically diverse Hurungwe Safari Area, offering authentic wildlife experiences.
  • Scenic Location: The region, particularly areas like Makuti Mountain Camp, is noted for its breathtaking panoramic views towards the Zambezi River and an intimate connection with the bushveld.
  • Safari Camp Comforts (Nearby): While not specific to the airstrip, nearby safari accommodations like Makuti Mountain Camp offer comfortable, well-appointed safari tents with en-suite bathrooms, flush toilets, and hot-water showers, powered by eco-friendly solar geysers, blending comfort with the wilderness experience.
Common Complaints
  • Lack of Airstrip-Specific Information: There is a notable absence of detailed reviews regarding the terminal facilities, amenities, cleanliness, security wait times, customs/immigration experience, or parking specifically at Makuti Airstrip (ZW-0044). This suggests a minimal infrastructure typical of a remote airstrip.
  • No Published METAR: Makuti Airstrip does not publish a METAR (Aviation Routine Weather Report), with the nearest weather station being 138 km away, which might imply reliance on external information for flight planning.

Makuti Airstrip (ZW-0044) appears to be a very basic landing strip primarily used for access to safari and wilderness areas in Zimbabwe. Travelers to Makuti typically arrive via road transfer from Harare or by flying into the larger Kariba International Airport (KAB), then transferring by taxi or safari vehicle to their final destination in the Makuti region. Due to its nature as a small, remote airstrip, it lacks the typical amenities and traveler feedback associated with more developed airports.

Last updated: 69 days ago

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