Bachuma Airport is a small airport in Taita Taveta County, Kenya. It is located at latitude -3.66358 and longitude 38.94534. The airport does not have an official ICAO code, but KE-0092 is used as a reference. It lies within the Nairobi Flight Information Region (FIR).
Air traffic control for Bachuma Airport is managed from Moi International Airport in Mombasa. This system was put in place on 24 August 2023 at 11:00 local time.
Bachuma is known as a gateway to the eastern side of Tsavo East National Park. Visitors passing through often enjoy the chance to see wildlife nearby. Elephants are a common sight, especially around the red soil areas where they cover themselves and their young with dust to protect their skin from insects and the sun. Many elephants also rest under the palm trees along the Galana River.
The Galana River flows through Tsavo East with clear blue waters, creating one of the most beautiful scenes in the park. It is formed when two main rivers, the Tsavo River and the Athi River, join together inside the park.
Tsavo East National Park is the oldest and largest national park in Kenya, covering about 13,747 square kilometers. One of its major attractions is the Yatta Plateau, which is considered the world’s longest lava flow. The plateau provides a good habitat for wildlife because of its vegetation and flat landscape.
The park is home to the Big Five animals: lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos. Other animals you may see include crocodiles, hippos, waterbucks, lesser kudu, wildebeests, gerenuk, zebras, and giraffes. Bird lovers will also find many bird species in the area, especially along the rivers.
Bachuma Airport makes it easier for visitors to reach Tsavo East quickly and enjoy game drives without long road trips. Whether you arrive for a short safari or a longer tour, this small airport plays an important role in connecting travelers to one of Kenya’s most famous wildlife destinations.
