Scenic Flights

Scenic flights in Swakopmund offer a unique way to take in the breathtaking coastal and desert landscapes of Namibia. From the air, you’ll witness the vast Namib Desert, dramatic dunes, and the striking meeting of desert and ocean.
Light aircraft flights provide panoramic views of landmarks like the Skeleton Coast, with its shipwrecks and expansive dunes, or the iconic red dunes of Sossusvlei. Depending on the route, you might spot wildlife such as oryx, springbok, and coastal seals.

Experienced pilots ensure safety while offering insightful commentary on the area’s geography and wildlife. These flights are an excellent opportunity for aerial photography, making it a perfect way to capture the region’s remarkable beauty.

To help you plan your adventure, here are the available scenic flights:

DIAMOND COAST SCENIC: Fly over Namibia’s diverse landscapes: from the Kuiseb River and dunes to the abandoned Charlottenfelder mines. The route follows the Diamond Coast, featuring the Eduard Bohlen and Shawnee shipwrecks, Sandwich Harbor’s flamingos, and the salt pans south of Walvis Bay, returning to Swakopmund.

Flight Duration: Around 1 hour 36 minutes

NAMIB DESERT SCENIC: Guests will fly south from Swakopmund, passing the dune belt towards the Shawnee Shipwreck on the Diamond Coast. The flight continues along the coast past “Langewand,” offering views of seal colonies and abundant birdlife. The return to Swakopmund includes overflights of Sandwich Harbor, the Ramsar wetlands, and the salt pans south of Walvis Bay.

Flight Duration: Around 1 hour 6 minutes

BRANDBERG & CAPE CROSS SCENIC: This flight heads east past the Rössing and Husab Mines towards Spitzkoppe. From there, the route turns northwest past Brandberg, showcasing geological formations between the Ugab River and the southern Skeleton Coast. A southward turn brings views of Cape Cross and its large seal colony, followed by a flight along the Skeleton Coast past the Zeila Shipwreck. The return to Swakopmund includes a flyover of the northern salt pans.

Flight Duration: Around 2 hours 6 minutes

Side Note: Due to restricted availability, all reasonable measures are taken to accommodate scenic flight requests. Larger groups may be divided and flown on consecutive flights.