The Namibia Flying Safari is a 7 day flying safari that visits the main highlights of Namibia. This is the ideal safari for first time visitors to Namibia, who want to see the best the country has too offer, but do not have the time to spend on lengthy drives between destinations. During the course of the safari you will wonder at:

• The Fish River Canyon - one of the worlds most spectacular natural formations.
• The dunes at Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert - a huge clay pan, enclosed by gigantic mountains of sand.
• The Atlantic coastal town of Swakopmund - Namibia's premier seaside resort.
• San rock art at Twyfelfontein - a World Heritage Site.
• Etosha National Park - one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth.

This safari is scheduled with a flight every Monday, however if this does not suit your requirements, custom-made departures can be organized.

Day 1: Windhoek - Fish River Canyon

Departing from Windhoek, the flight to the Fish River takes approximately two hours. Enjoy the view of the Hardap Dam, the Kalahari Desert, the extinct Brukkaros Volcano and the fascinating wide open spaces of the South from a bird's perspective. The famous Fish River Canyon, the second largest canyon in the world, is today's destination. A road transfer takes you from the landing strip to the lodge. You have the opportunity to relax during lunch time. In the afternoon you may participate on the optional excursion to the northern fringe of the Fish River Canyon.
The Cañon Lodge stands proudly amongst impressive granite boulders in seemingly abandoned surroundings. The lodge consists of thatch-roofed bungalows each having natural rock walls.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Canon Lodge - Fish River Canyon

Day 2: Fish River - Sossusvlei

We fly over the Fish River Canyon. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Tsaris Mountains and the picturesque landscape of the pre Namib. After a short fuel stop we continue to Sesriem. We arrive at the lodge at midday. During the afternoon you may relax by the pool or participate on an optional excursion.
In the solitude of the vast desert lies the Sossusvlei Lodge. Savour the panoramic view over the Namib.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Sossusvlei Lodge

Day 3: Sossusvlei - Swakopmund

In the early morning hours you take part on an excursion to the Sossusvlei, a shallow depression amongst possibly the highest dunes in the world. Learn about the fauna and flora of this seemingly lifeless desert. Visit the sandstone formations at the Sesriem Canyon, which were formed by the Tsauchab River over millions of years. A low level flight takes you over the dune belt towards the coast to the Swakopmund Airport.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hansa Hotel

Day 4: Swakopmund - Damaraland

A transfer takes us to Walvis Bay in the morning where you participate on an interesting boat cruise. Visit the harbour and see the various marine birds and seals, maybe even dolphins. A snack is served on board, consisting of Namibian oysters and cold champagne, as wall as soft drinks. In the afternoon our Flying Safari takes us along the Skeleton Coast. Sight the seal colony at Cape Cross, some ship wrecks, the Messum crater and the dry river beds which wound their way through the Namib. We arrive at the lodge during the afternoon. .
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Mowani Mountain Camp

Day 5: Damaraland - Etosha National Park

The rock art here is one of the largest collections of its kind on the African continent. After you have inspected the area we depart for the world famous Etosha National Park. The Park covers an area of 22 270 square kilometres of saline desert, savannah and woodland. Etosha is one of the largest game reserves in Africa. The main feature of the park is the salt pan, which is a vast shallow depression of white saline sand that shimmers with mirages during the heat of most days. It is known as the ‘great white place of dry water'. To observe the large herds of game against this eerie background makes the Etosha game-viewing experience unique.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Etosha Village

Day 6: Etosha Park

Today you participate on the morning and afternoon guided game drives into the Etosha National Park. Quite a few of the animals found in the park are rare and endangered, such as the black rhino and the black-faced impala. Approximately 340 bird species occur in the Etosha National Park, of which only one third is migratory. Etosha is one of the most important breeding grounds of the greater and lesser flamingo in the Southern African region. This park is a bird-watchers and photographer's paradise!
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Etosha Village

Day 7: Etosha Park - Windhoek

After a leisurely breakfast it is time to say good bye to this adventurous area. A two and a half hour flight takes us back to Windhoek. This is your last chance to view the magnificent spaces of Namibia.
Meals: Breakfast

Mode of transport

Light Air-Craft

Number Of Participants

Maximum of 8

Included

Accommodation and meals as listed on the itinerary
Park entrance fees
Pick-up and drop off at any central Windhoek Hotel or Guest House included.
Passenger liability insurance

Excluded

Beverages
Items of a personal nature
Tips
Travel Insurance

Other

A maximum of 10kg of luggage per person in soft bags only.
Flight routes could be affected by adverse weather conditions.

Route & Accommodation

The itinerary above is a guideline only and whilst we try to adhere to it there may be circumstances when it may change - for example weather and/or road conditions, seasonal daylight hours etc. Overnight stops on occasion may be altered from those indicated.