Our tailored fly-in safaris afford guests the opportunity to experience much of the best of this magnificent and varied country even when they only have limited time to spend here. The great expanse of Namibia and the distances between many of the most iconic destinations mean that travelling overland can take more time than there is available, although the journeys involved are still fascinating for those who are able to make the most of them. Flying enables guests to see more places in a shorter period of time, and it also gives a very different and special view point. The regular scheduled air transfers that are now available between many of Namibia’s premier camps and lodges mean that flying has become an increasingly popular part of many safaris. When taking part in these fly in safaris, guests are mainly hosted by the resident guides and managers at the individual venues and then transported between the various destinations by light aircraft.
After landing at Windhoek’s International Hosea Kutako Airport, located about 40km outside of Windhoek, you proceed through customs & immigration. At the arrivals terminal you will be welcomed by your guest liaison who will transfer you to the Omaanda Lodge located in a private wilderness reserve in Windhoek’s eastern surrounds. The rest of the afternoon can be spent at leisure, or should time allow, you may prefer to join in on a shared activity as offered by the lodge.
Omaanda is an extremely comfortable lodge, composed of ten huts inspired by traditional Owambo architecture that have discrete elegance and timeless appeal. The lodge is situated in Namibian savannah in the heart of a private animal reserve of over 9,000 hectares called the Zannier Reserve by N/a’ an kuse, close to the capital Windhoek. This unique resort also features a cosy bar, a spa with two double treatment rooms, a boutique, and a heated infinity swimming pool overlooking the majestic views. The welcoming and authentically decorated restaurant is open all day long and offers a selection of sumptuous meals inspired by the best local produce. Excursions are organised twice daily and included in the service offered by the resort and the programmes are made-to-measure according to the desires and interests of the guests. Experience a luxury retreat at Omaanda and savor an unforgettable stay with all- inclusive packages.
Today you will be met by your guest liaison and transferred to the Windhoek/Hosea Kutako International Airport in time for your private charter light aircraft flight to the eastern boundary of the Etosha National Park and the Onguma Game Reserve. Upon arrival at the local airstrip, you will be met by a camp representative, who will transfer you to the camp. After your arrival, you may wish to spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure, or alternatively join a sundowner drive on the camp’s private reserve as offered by the camp.
This Fort is unlike any other, the only one of its kind, with probably one of the best sunset views in Namibia. Overlooking the beautiful Etosha Fishers Pan, accommodation consists of eleven Bush Suites, one Honeymoon Suite as well as a Sultan Suite. The Bush & Honeymoon Suites are equipped with fireplaces for the winter months and air coolers for the summer months. Each Bush & Honeymoon Suite has an indoor and outdoor shower and views that will enchant. With dramatic Moroccan details, there is something new to discover around every corner.
Today you are taken back to the local airstrip in time for your light aircraft flight into the Damaraland.
Damaraland is typified by displays of colour, magnificent table topped mountains, rock formations and bizarre-looking vegetation. The present-day landscape has been formed by the erosion of wind, water and geological forces which have formed rolling hills, dunes, gravel plains and ancient river terraces. It is the variety and loneliness of the area as well as the scenic splendour which will reward and astound you, giving one an authentic understanding of the word ‘wilderness’.
Upon arrival at a local airstrip, you will be met by your naturalist guide who will transfer you to the camp with time to settle in. Depending in what time you arrive at the camp, the afternoon can be spent enjoying a guided nature drive or walk, or you can simply relax, with time to enjoy sundowners appreciating the unique surroundings of your camp in the Damaraland wilderness.
Camp Onduli has only six rooms, nestled amongst the granite boulders that surround the camp, and the more temperate climate of central Damaraland allows for naturally ventilated rooms, partial open-air bathrooms, and largely open communal areas. The camp is designed to maximise the views of the extraordinary local landscapes, and every space is set to become a viewpoint whether from the bed, the desk or the bathroom. Louvered shutters can be opened completely, blurring the lines between the indoors and the surrounding nature, or closed for complete privacy if preferred. A king size bed cooled by its own ‘climate conditioner’ (Evening Breeze) is the perfect place for afternoon siestas and the bed can also be rolled out onto your private deck for a night under a billion stars if that appeals. The camp exudes character and meticulous attention to detail while meeting all requirements, from large rooms to libraries, rain showers to an infinity pool, and plenty of places to relax and laze the day away. Exceptional activities combine with delicious food that tantalizes the palate to create a genuinely unforgettable stay with exceptional quality, while everything blends effortlessly into the natural surroundings.
Today your naturalist guide will take you back to the airstrip to depart on a light aircraft flight to the Sossusvlei Desert Lodge Reserve, with a short stop at Swakopmund Airport for refueling purposes. The last stretch of the flight takes you on a scenic route south all along the coast and over the great Namib Sea Sand (declared a natural World Heritage Site), where you will see deserted mines, shipwrecks and seal colonies on the way towards the famous Sossusvlei dunes (weather permitting). A highlight is the flight over the Eduard Bohlen, a German cargo ship that ran aground in 1909 while it was on its way to Table Bay from Swakopmund. It is believed that thick fog caused the ship to founder close to Conception Bay. Years after the ship ran aground the desert began to encroach on the ocean and the ship that was once stranded in the ocean slowly became stranded in the desert. The wreck currently sits about 500 metres from the ocean, ensuring that it’s the best-preserved shipwreck along Namibia’s Skeleton Coast and making it a must see for photographers if the weather allows for clear visibility.
Upon landing at the Sossusvlei Desert Lodge airstrip, you are met by your lodge guide who will transfer you the short distance to the lodge. Should time allow, the afternoon can be spent enjoying one of the many shared activities offered by the lodge, or you could take time to relax and appreciate the unique surroundings of your lodge.
Today you are transferred back to the aircraft to depart on the light aircraft flight to the southern extremity of the Namib Desert and the Karas region. Upon arrival at the remote airstrip of Sonop, you will be met by a camp representative, who will transfer you along a section of one of the most scenic routes in Namibia to the camp. After your arrival, the rest of the afternoon can be spent at leisure, or should time allow, you may prefer to join in on an activity (shared activity) as offered by the camp.
Sonop is a luxurious tented camp nestled at the Southern extremity of the Namib Desert, in the Karas region (Namibia). Designed as a refined British colonial experience from the 1920’s, this out-of-the-ordinary lodge offers a perfect retreat in a stunning panoramic desert landscape. Constructed on top of boulders, the ten spacious tents aim to offer a unique journey through time. Richly furnished with antiques made of fine materials, colourful carpets and precious wood they are an invitation to live the life of yesteryear’s wealthy explorers. The sophistication of the lodge contrasts with the simplicity of the endless surroundings. At Sonop everything is orientated towards the desert’s richness: all views are awe-inspiring and a large list of adventures allow guests to admire the desert’s genuine beauty at leisure. Every evening guests are invited to enjoy an opulent gastronomic experience, where silverware and candelabras set the mood, enhanced by black-tie and white gloves service. Flawless service and attention to detail characterize all facilities of the camp. With its warm atmosphere, the cocktail & cigar lounge evokes with subtlety the splendor of colonial interiors. For guest’s ultimate comfort, Sonop also offers a spa, a fitness-center and heated outdoor infinity pool, all facing the desert’s vastness. Many once-in-a-lifetime experiences will bring a bygone era to life.
Windhoek, Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia’s capital, is a meeting place between Africa and Europe, the modern and the old.
Etosha National Park, Namibia
Discover Namibia’s most famous national park.
Damaraland, Namibia
Strewn over a hillside amongst flat-topped mountains of red sandstone, Twyfelfontein’s boulders and slabs of red sandstone hold some 2,500 prehistoric engravings.
Sossusvlei, Namibia
Sossusvlei is famous for its towering apricot coloured sand dunes which can be penetrated by following the Tsauchab River valley.
Namib Desert, Namibia
Formed a mind-boggling 55 million years ago, the mighty Namib Desert is, in fact, the oldest desert on the planet.
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