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Gateway to Samburu's iconic wildlife and northern Kenya.
Location
Isiolo West, Kenya
Samburu Airport (IATA: UAS, ICAO: HKSB) is a small regional airstrip located in Samburu County in northern Kenya, serving the Samburu National Reserve area near Isiolo West. It provides vital air access to one of Kenya's most celebrated wildlife destinations, known for rare northern species such as the reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, and Beisa oryx.
The airport primarily handles light aircraft and charter flights catering to safari lodges and camps in and around Samburu National Reserve. It plays an important logistical role in connecting tourists arriving from Nairobi and other Kenyan hubs to the remote conservation areas of northern Kenya.
Given its remote location and limited infrastructure, the facility is modest in scale, with no significant terminal buildings. Operations are geared almost entirely toward the tourism and safari industry rather than commercial scheduled services.
Terminals
The airport has no formal terminal building; passenger facilities are minimal, consistent with a bush airstrip serving safari operations.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airstrip is typically arranged by safari lodges and camps, as there is no formal public transport to the national reserve or nearby towns.
Airlines here
Scheduled and charter services are operated primarily by small Kenyan aviation companies such as Safarilink and AirKenya, connecting Samburu to Nairobi Wilson Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Serves as the primary air access point for Samburu National Reserve, a UNESCO-recognized conservation area.
- ›Runway is unpaved (gravel/dirt), suitable for small propeller aircraft and light turboprops.
- ›Located at an elevation of approximately 3,100 feet (945 m) above sea level.
- ›Most passengers are international wildlife tourists connecting via Nairobi Wilson Airport.
- ›The airport is closely associated with several luxury safari camps operating in Samburu County.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
