Namib Desert Scenic Flight
Duration
2–3 hours
Location
Swakopmund, Namib Desert and Skeleton Coast
Group size
2–12 people
Pickup
Available
About This Experience
About Namib Desert Scenic Flight
Experience the extraordinary contrasts of Namibia's desert and Atlantic coastline on a scenic flight departing from Swakopmund Airport. Enjoy sweeping aerial views of the vast Namib sand sea, sculpted dunes, gravel plains and rugged coastal landscapes. Depending on the confirmed route and flying conditions, highlights may include the dune belt between Swakopmund and Walvis Bay, the remote Diamond Coast, shipwreck sites, seal colonies, Sandwich Harbour and coastal salt pans. A scenic flight offers a unique perspective on landscapes that can take many hours to explore by road, making it an excellent addition to a Namibia self-drive itinerary, coastal stay or luxury safari.
Highlights
What you’ll experience
Admire the sweeping dunes of the Namib Desert from the airSee the dramatic meeting point of the desert and Atlantic OceanEnjoy aerial views of the remote Diamond Coast and selected shipwreck sites, depending on the routeLook for coastal seal colonies and birdlife from the aircraftView Sandwich Harbour and the Walvis Bay salt pans if included on the selected routeCapture distinctive aerial photographs of Namibia's contrasting landscapes
Itinerary
Your experience
1
Meet at Swakopmund Airport at the supplier's confirmed check-in time. Complete passenger registration, receive the safety briefing and review the planned route, aircraft arrangements and photography guidance.
2
Board the high-wing scenic aircraft with assistance from the flight crew. Seating is assigned according to aircraft configuration, passenger weight and operational requirements.
3
Depart Swakopmund and head south over the coastal dune belt and desert terrain. Observe the changing colours, patterns and textures of the sand sea and surrounding gravel plains.
4
Continue along the designated scenic route. Depending on the flight booked, the views may include coastal dunes, shipwreck locations, seal colonies, Sandwich Harbour or Walvis Bay's salt pans. Actual routing is determined by the operator and flying conditions.
5
Turn back toward Swakopmund and enjoy the final aerial views before landing. The flight duration and route may vary with the specific product, wind, air traffic and operational requirements.
6
Disembark at the airport and continue with your own arrangements or a separately confirmed transfer to your accommodation.
Included
What's included
Scenic flight on the confirmed route
Qualified flight crew and standard pre-flight safety briefing
Passenger seat in the aircraft, subject to the confirmed booking
Applicable aviation charges included in the supplier's confirmed quotation
Not Included
What's not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off unless confirmed
Private aircraft charter unless specifically booked
Meals, drinks and refreshments
Accommodation and other excursions
Personal travel insurance
Optional photography or video packages, if offered separately
Any additional fees not expressly included in the supplier's written quotation
Meeting and Pickup
Getting There
Location
Swakopmund, Namib Desert and Skeleton Coast
Pickup
Meet at Swakopmund Airport. Hotel transfers may be available at an additional cost, subject to supplier confirmation.
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