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Buffalo Range Airport

Chiredzi, Zimbabwe
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Regional gateway serving Zimbabwe's southeastern lowveld.

Location
Chiredzi, Zimbabwe
Buffalo Range Airport (IATA: BFO, ICAO: FVCZ) is a regional airport located near Chiredzi in the Lowveld region of southeastern Zimbabwe. It serves the surrounding agricultural and wildlife areas, including proximity to Gonarezhou National Park and the sugarcane estates of the Save Valley. The airport handles limited scheduled and charter traffic, primarily connecting the region to Harare and other domestic destinations. It plays an important role in supporting tourism to Gonarezhou National Park, one of Zimbabwe's largest and most remote national parks. Infrastructure at Buffalo Range is modest, reflecting its role as a regional facility rather than a major international hub. The airport is named after the Buffalo Range sugarcane estate, which dominates the local economy alongside wildlife tourism.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building with basic passenger facilities suited to regional traffic volumes.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to Chiredzi town is primarily by road, with taxis and private vehicles serving as the main options from the airport.
Airlines here
Air Zimbabwe has historically operated domestic services to Buffalo Range, with charter operators also active in the region.
Notable facts
  • ›Named after the Buffalo Range sugarcane estate operated by Hippo Valley Estates.
  • ›Serves as a gateway to Gonarezhou National Park, Zimbabwe's second-largest national park.
  • ›Located in the Lowveld, one of Zimbabwe's hottest and driest regions.
  • ›Primarily supports agricultural, safari, and charter aviation activity.
  • ›Elevation is approximately 1,365 feet (416 meters) above sea level.
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City & Place Guide

Gateway to Zimbabwe's wild lowveld and vast sugar estates.

Chiredzi is a small town in the southeastern lowveld of Zimbabwe, Masvingo Province, sitting at a low altitude that keeps it warm and dry for much of the year. It serves as a service hub for the surrounding sugar and citrus farming industry, with Triangle Sugar Estate nearby forming the backbone of the local economy.

Despite its modest size, Chiredzi is a convenient base for exploring Gonarezhou National Park, one of Zimbabwe's largest and most dramatic wilderness areas. The town has a frontier feel, with a no-frills character that suits travelers heading into the bush rather than seeking urban comforts.

  • •Gonarezhou National Park — stunning elephant herds, cliffs, and remote wilderness.
  • •Chilojo Cliffs — breathtaking red sandstone formations rising above the Runde River.
  • •Runde River — excellent birdwatching and hippo spotting along this scenic waterway.
  • •Triangle Sugar Estate — guided tours reveal Zimbabwe's large-scale sugar production.
  • •Manjirenji Recreational Park — a reservoir lake popular for fishing and picnics.
  • •Save Valley Conservancy — one of Africa's largest private game reserves, accessible nearby.

Getting around: Chiredzi has no rail service for passengers; the main options are intercity buses and minibuses connecting to Masvingo and Harare, though schedules can be irregular. Within town, commuter minibuses (kombis) and informal taxis cover short distances affordably. Renting a 4x4 vehicle is strongly recommended for anyone venturing into Gonarezhou or surrounding conservancies, as roads can be rough and remote.

Best time: Visit between May and October during the dry season, when wildlife concentrates around water sources and roads into Gonarezhou are passable.

Local food: Try sadza served with nyama (grilled game or beef), fresh tilapia from local rivers, and sugarcane juice widely available around the Triangle area.

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Encyclopaedia

Buffalo Range Airport, designated as Forward Air Field 7 (FAF) during the Rhodesian Bush War, is an airport serving Chiredzi, Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe. It is 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) northwest of the town.

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