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Namibia Fly-In Safaris — Lodge To Lodge By Light Aircraft
Namibia is a big country, with long gravel roads between its highlights. A fly-in safari takes the driving out of the trip: a light aircraft carries you from camp to camp, and each lodge's own guides take over on the ground with game drives, walks and outings. It is one of several ways to travel on our Namibia safaris, and it shows you the dunes of the Namib, the Skeleton Coast and the Kunene from the air.
Most fly-in safaris start in Windhoek. You are collected from your hotel and taken to Eros Airport, or met off your international flight at Hosea Kutako International Airport. From there, a route might run to Sossusvlei, north along the coast to Damaraland and the Kunene, and east to Etosha. Some camps have their own airstrip; at others, a guide meets the plane at a strip nearby.
Flying can be the whole trip or just part of it. The Great Namibian Journey mixes flights with time on the road, and some of our road safaris, such as the Northern Namibia Family Safari, offer a light-aircraft option. You stay in anything from luxury lodges and remote tented camps to comfortable hotels in Swakopmund.
Light aircraft have small, soft luggage holds, so pack light, and tell us early if you are carrying more for the rest of your travels. Every fly-in safari is priced as one itinerary. Tell us where you want to go and we'll build the route around the flights.
Our Fly-In Safaris In Namibia
Great Namibian Journey
This Safari is Tailor-made Rates On request
A 14-day fly-and-drive safari through some of Namibia's most dramatic landscapes, staying in luxury lodges. Expect memorable wildlife encounters, rewarding photography and experienced guides throughout. A fine choice for nature lovers and photographers who want comfort as well as wilderness.
Namibia Fly
This Safari is Tailor-made Rates On request
A 5-day flying safari between Namibia's headline destinations. See the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei, fly along the Skeleton Coast and its shipwreck-strewn shores, and stay on the remote Kunene River. The trip ends with game viewing in Etosha National Park.
Namibian Deserts & Wildlife
This Safari is Tailor-made Rates On request
A 9-day flying safari across Namibia's highlights, from desert landscapes to wildlife-rich plains. You can join a scheduled departure or have the trip tailor-made around you. Every stay combines comfort with a genuine safari atmosphere.
Namibian Highlights
This Safari is Tailor-made Rates On request
A 10-day flying safari linking the Namib Desert, coastal Swakopmund, the rugged landscapes of Damaraland and the wildlife of Etosha National Park. Nights are split between safari camps set in nature and comfortable hotels.
Skeleton Coast Fly In
This Safari is Tailor-made Rates On request
A 4-day safari from Windhoek along the Skeleton Coast. It runs north from Conception Bay, known for shipwrecks and seal colonies, through the Huab Valley, home to desert-adapted elephants, and the Hoarusib Valley. The route reaches the Kunene River on the Angolan border, then returns to Windhoek.
Namibia Fly-In Safari FAQ
What is a fly-in safari in Namibia?
A fly-in safari moves you between lodges and camps by light aircraft instead of by road. You don't usually have your own vehicle or a travelling guide. Each lodge's resident guides take you out on drives, walks and other outings, and then you fly on to the next stop. It suits travellers who would rather spend their time exploring than driving.
Where does a Namibia fly-in safari start?
Most start in Windhoek. You are collected from your hotel and taken to Eros Airport, about 5 km from the city centre, which handles most domestic flights. Alternatively, you are met off your international flight at Hosea Kutako International Airport and flown on from there. If you connect on the day you land, leave a generous gap between flights.
How much luggage can I take on a fly-in safari?
On seat-rate flights, the usual allowance is 20 kg per person, including hand luggage and camera gear. Bags must be soft and flexible. Wheels are fine only if they aren't part of a rigid frame or retractable handle. Allowances vary by operator and aircraft, so we confirm yours when we book. Extra luggage can usually be stored until you return.
Will I share the plane with other travellers?
On a scheduled light-aircraft transfer, often called a seat rate, you share the plane with other guests heading the same way. A private charter gives you the aircraft and pilot to yourselves. On a charter, the luggage allowance depends on how many of you fly and which aircraft is used, so the operator may ask for passenger weights.
Can I combine flying and driving?
Yes. Our Great Namibian Journey is a 14-day fly-and-drive combination, and the Northern Namibia Family Safari, a self-drive, has a light-aircraft option. You can also fly just one long leg of a trip and drive, or travel with a guide, for the rest. When we plan your route, we'll suggest which sections are worth flying.
Will I see the Skeleton Coast from the air?
On some routes, yes. The four-day Skeleton Coast Fly In leaves Windhoek and follows the coast north from Conception Bay, known for shipwrecks and seal colonies, through the Huab and Hoarusib valleys to the Kunene River on the Angolan border. Namibia Fly, over five days, also takes in the Skeleton Coast between Sossusvlei, the Kunene and Etosha.
Map of Lodges in and around Namibia
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