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Tuli Lodge Airport (TLD/FBTL) is a small airstrip in Botswana's Tuli Block, serving safari lodges and private game reserves near the Limpopo River. It sits in the Northern Tuli Game Reserve area, close to the South African and Zimbabwean borders, and is used mainly by light charter aircraft rather than scheduled airlines. The surrounding sandstone ridges, riverine woodland, and wildlife make it a gateway to a remote, low-traffic safari region.
💡 Local Tip
Keep your camera accessible on arrival and departure: the airstrip is unfenced and elephants, antelope, and other wildlife sometimes cross the runway, so flights may wait or circle briefly.
🚖 Getting There
Ground transfers are almost always arranged by the lodge or charter operator; there is no public transport or taxi rank at the airport. If self-driving, expect gravel roads and a 4x4 is recommended, especially after rain. When crossing from South Africa, check the opening hours and conditions at nearby border posts such as Pont Drift or Platjan before you travel.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Tuli Lodge Airport located?
A: It is in the Tuli Block of eastern Botswana, near Tuli Lodge and the Northern Tuli Game Reserve, close to the Limpopo River and the borders with South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Q: What airlines fly to Tuli Lodge Airport?
A: There are no regular scheduled airlines; access is usually by private or lodge-arranged charter flights from larger Botswana or South African hubs. Confirm charter and baggage limits with your lodge or operator.
Q: Do I need to clear immigration at Tuli Lodge Airport?
A: Immigration and customs facilities are limited, so many international arrivals clear formalities at a larger gateway airport or nearby border post. Ask your lodge how your specific charter handles Botswana entry and exit stamps.
Q: How far is the airport from the lodges?
A: Transfer times vary by property, but most Tuli Block lodges are a short to moderate game-drive transfer away. Lodges normally meet charter flights and provide the road transfer.
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