Namibia from above
Namibia fly-in safaris on the Wilderness circuit
Swap long drives for low flights over dunes, canyons and the Skeleton Coast. Small Wilderness Air planes link remote Wilderness camps, reaching corners of Namibia that are almost impossible to get to by road.
Why fly?
More time where it matters
Namibia's best wilderness areas are far apart. Flying turns a full day on gravel into an hour in the air, and the flight itself is often a highlight.
Remote places
Reach the Skeleton Coast and private concessions in Damaraland that few travellers ever see.
Expert guides
At each camp, experienced guides take you out on game drives, rhino tracking and nature walks.
Less time on the road
Ideal for shorter trips, or if you'd rather spend your days exploring than driving.
Everything arranged
Flights, camps, activities and most meals are included, so you can simply enjoy it.
Camps on the Wilderness circuit
A typical fly-in safari links two to four of these camps, each in a very different landscape.
Damaraland
Desert Rhino Camp
Track desert black rhino on foot with expert trackers in a vast private concession.
Damaraland
Doro Nawas
Desert elephants, rock art at Twyfelfontein and the chance to sleep under the stars on your roof.
The Skeleton Coast
Hoanib Skeleton Coast
Desert lions, giraffe and elephants in the Hoanib valley, and a day trip to the wild Atlantic coast.
An example fly-in safari
Eight nights: dunes, rhino and the Skeleton Coast
Start and end in Windhoek. We change the camps and nights to fit your dates and budget.
- Nights 1–2
Fly to Sossusvlei
Fly from Windhoek into the Namib. Explore the dunes at sunrise with a guide and spend evenings under some of the darkest skies on Earth.
- Nights 3–5
Fly to Damaraland
Track desert black rhino on foot at Desert Rhino Camp, or look for desert elephants and visit Twyfelfontein from Doro Nawas.
- Nights 6–8
Fly to the Skeleton Coast
Three nights at Hoanib Skeleton Coast for desert lions, the Hoanib floodplain and a full-day excursion to the coast, with its seal colonies and shipwrecks.
- Day 9
Fly back to Windhoek
Connect to your international flight, or fly on towards Victoria Falls.
Fly-in or drive and fly?
A full fly-in safari is the most comfortable and the most exclusive way to see Namibia. If you'd like the luxury of flying with a smaller budget, mix it:
- Self-drive or a private guide to Sossusvlei and Swakopmund.
- Then fly from Swakopmund or Windhoek to the camps in Damaraland and the Skeleton Coast.
- Or add a scenic flight over the Sossusvlei dunes to a self-drive.
Fly-in safari questions
How much luggage can I take on a fly-in safari?
Light aircraft have a strict weight limit and need soft bags without wheels or frames. We'll tell you the exact allowance for your flights, and can arrange storage in Windhoek for anything extra.
Are the flights shared?
Flights between camps are often shared with other guests on the same circuit. If you'd prefer, we can quote for a private charter.
What's included on a fly-in safari?
Usually your flights, accommodation, most meals and drinks, and the activities at each camp with the camp's guides. We'll list exactly what's included in your proposal.
How many nights should I spend at each camp?
Two to three nights per camp works best. It gives you time for the activities and lets you settle in, rather than flying every day.
Is a fly-in safari suitable for families?
Some camps welcome children of all ages and others have minimum ages for certain activities. Tell us the children's ages and we'll choose suitable camps.
When is the best time for a fly-in safari?
Fly-in safaris run all year. May to October brings clear skies and good wildlife viewing. Morning fog on the coast is normal, so flights there often leave later in the day.