TLD · FBTL · Tuli Lodge Airport

Tuli Lodge Airport (TLD)

Tuli Lodge, Botswana · small airport · -22.192° 29.131° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeTLD
ICAO CodeFBTL
Typesmall airport
NameTuli Lodge Airport
MunicipalityTuli Lodge
CountryBotswana
ContinentAF
Latitude-22.192° S
Longitude29.131° E
Elevation1772 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score150
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryBotswana
ISO Code
RegionTuli Lodge
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Gaborone
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+2
DST OffsetUTC+2
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving TLD

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (22.2°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Tuli Lodge Airport is a small bush airstrip located in the eastern Tuli Block of Botswana, near the confluence of the Limpopo and Shashe Rivers. It primarily serves guests of Tuli Lodge and other safari camps in this remote wilderness area, which is known for its large elephant populations and dramatic rocky outcrops. The airport supports charter and scheduled light aircraft operations connecting visitors to this off-the-beaten-path safari destination.

💡 Local Tip
Pack all photography gear and binoculars in your carry-on, as the transfer from the airstrip to the lodge is short and often features immediate wildlife sightings along the sandy access road.
🚖 Getting There

Ground transfers from the airstrip to Tuli Lodge are typically arranged by the lodge and are usually included in safari packages. There are no public transport options at the airport, so a pre-booked vehicle transfer is essential. Most visitors reach TLD via a connecting flight from Johannesburg's OR Tambo or from Maun in northern Botswana.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Tuli Lodge Airport used for?
A: The airport serves as the main access point for guests visiting Tuli Lodge and other safari camps in the Tuli Block region of eastern Botswana. It handles mostly charter and small scheduled flights.

Q: Are there scheduled commercial flights to TLD?
A: Scheduled service is limited; most flights are charter-based. Visitors typically book transfers through their lodge or tour operator, often flying from Johannesburg or Maun.

Q: What kind of aircraft can land at Tuli Lodge Airport?
A: The airstrip accommodates small turboprop aircraft and light charter planes suited to bush operations, as it is a short unpaved runway typical of safari destinations.

Q: Is the airport open year-round?
A: Yes, the airport operates year-round, though weather conditions during the rainy season (November to March) can occasionally affect flight schedules.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 26, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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