Namibia Flying Safari
Desert Wildlife
Spectacular landscapes
Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp
The Himba
This remarkable flying safari offers the safari enthusiast the ultimate opportunity to see and experience some of the most incredible landscape, wildlife and experiences in Namibia, if not indeed in the whole of Africa.
On this luxury Namibia safari, explore the untouched and pristine environment of the private Palmwag Concession in the north of the Damaraland region, the Skeleton Coast and the remote northen Kunene region which shares its border with Angola.
This trip is all about incredible landscapes, unique wildlife viewing of specially adapted species and cultural interaction with the incredible Himba people.
During the course of this flying safari visit 3 different eco-systems and stay in two of the most wonderfully authentic and remarkable camps in Africa.
This trip starts can easily be tailored to include a visit to the Damaraland region of Namibia or elsewhere for those who wish to see more of this remarkable country.
At a Glance
- 1 night Windhoek
- 3 nights Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp
- 3 nights Serra Cafema Camp
- Game Drives
- Nature Walks
- Desert Oasis
- Himba cultural experiences
- Hartmann's Valley
- Kunene River
- Light Aircraft flights in Namibia
Day 1: UK - Windhoek
Overnight flight from UK to Windhoek, via Johannesburg.
Day 2: Windhoek
You will be met at the airport and transferred to your chosen hotel in Windhoek.
Overnight in Windhoek, with a pre-safari briefing.
Overnight at the Olive Exclusive in Windhoek with breakfast included.
Day 3: Windhoek to Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp
Morning transfer to Windhoek Eros Airport and fly to Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp.
This luxury camp is located in a broad valley at the confluence of two tributaries of the Hoanib River in the northern part of the private Palmwag Concession, in the far north of Namibia.
This location straddles the Palmwag area and the iconic Skeleton Coast National Park, which is one of the remotest places in Southern Africa.
Access to this area is only by light aircraft, so exclusivity is guaranteed in this seven room luxury camp.
This is a vast and remote wilderness in Namibia, famous for its distinctive desert-adapted wildlife and incredible desert scenery.
Three nights is the minimum we recommend for a stay here, offering time enough to become emersed in this dramatic location.
Overnights at Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp with all meals and most activities included.
Day 4-5: Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp
Participate in one of the specialist activities offered by the camp guides, including Game Drives, Nature Walks or Desert Oases trips.
A Skeleton Coast excursion by scenic flight (at additional cost) is a popular option. The Skeleton Coast is home to seals and the remains of shipwrecks.
Day 6: Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp to Serra Cafema
Today fly further north up to the even more remote Namibian-Angola border and the banks of the Kunene River in the Hartmann Valley.
Serra Cafema is one of the top luxury camps in Namibia and offers an intimacy and peacefulness inspired by the Himba people whose home this region of Namibia is.
Serra Cafema blends rustic and luxury elements to make a stay here one of the most truly memorable experiences in Africa.
The highlights of this region are days of desert exploration, authentic Himba cultural experiences and quad-bike adventures in the desert (for the adventurous).
Overnight at Serra Caferma with all meals, house drinks and activities included.
Day 7-8: Serra Caferma, Namib Desert
Enjoy guided activities such as nature game drives and walks in the Hartmann’s Valley, quad biking across the dunes (on carefully allocated tracks so as to preserve these delicate habitats), visits to the nearby Himba Community and water level permitting, boat trips on the Kunene River.
Overnights at Serra Caferma with all meals, house drinks and activities included.
Day 9: Fly back to the UK
Fly back to the UK via Windhoek.
Day 10: Arrive UK
Arrive back in the UK.
The Skeleton Coast
The Skeleton Coast is wild and desolate, a place of stark, harsh beauty which manages to sustain an unlikely variety of flora and fauna, from colonies of Cape Fur Seals, Oryx, Ostrich and desert elephants to the ancient welwitscha plant.
The relatively inaccessible Skeleton Coast National Park runs along the northern coastal area of Namibia, from Swakopmund all the way to the Angolan border
A field of crescent shaped dunes stretches along the coast from Torra Bay to the Angolan border. This northern and most remote section of the Park is only accessible by specialist fly-in safari operators.
The whole Park area is a stunning reminder of the power of nature, and it is sobering to visit such a timeless wilderness.
The 'Skeleton Coast' has a reputation for being remote, inhospitable and is steeped in an eerie history.
Many ships have run aground on this coast over time, and these ships 'skeletons' can still be seen lying forlorn and rusting along the beaches.
Unfortunately the desolate nature of the coastline meant that any sailor lucky enough to survive the shipwreck had a very slim chance of survival once on land. The lack of food, water and shelter would have provided scant comfort for any budding Robinson Crusoe.
A stay at one of the Skeleton Coast Camps offers the chance to gaze upon endless star-filled skies - a humbling and inspirational experience.
One of the best ways to experience this remote land is on a Skeleton Coast Flying Safari.
Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp
Opened in 2014, Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp is located on the Hoanib River in the northern part of the private Palmwag Concession.
Its location straddles the Palmwag area and the iconic Skeleton Coast National Park, in one of the most remote areas of the Kaokoveld.
Exclusivity is taken a step further as the camp has only seven twin-bedded tents and one family unit.
The camp looks out over stunning, starkly beautiful scenery and offers guests all the luxuries and amenities for an unforgettable stay in this remote part of Namibia.
Olive Exclusive - Windhoek
This intimate boutique hotel set in a small olive grove in a tranquil corner of Windhoek embodies the very essence of chic comfort.
The Olive Exclusive – the first ultra-luxurious sanctuary of its kind in the Namibian capital – is cool, contemporary and stylish but with a warm heart and authentic African soul.
Its sleek, modern lines are complemented by organic textures, natural furnishings, an eco-friendly approach and dedicated personal service.
There are just 7 Suites at Olive Exclusive, 3 Junior Suites and 4 Premium Suites, which feature private plunge pools.
Simple elegance is key at Olive Exclusive, from the organic rough-hewn wooden benches and side tables, through the sculpted chunk of granite that serves as a coffee table in the guest lounge, to walls clad in abstract Namibian landscapes by well-known South African designer and photographer Micky Hoyle.
Travel & Leisure Magazine in the U.S voted the Olive Exclusive as one of the best new hotels in the world.
Serra Cafema Camp
Namibia wilderness experience in this luxury tented camp in the Caprivi Strip.
Serra Cafema is located in the extreme north west of Namibia hidden within the enormous Hartman Valley, overlooking the Kuene River.
Serra Cafema is one of the most remote and surreal destinations in Africa and a visit here make for a truly wonderful wilderness experience.
This exclusive, luxurious and peaceful camp offers Meru-style tents with en-suite bathrooms.
Serra Cafema has 8 raised tents with large private decks. The main area of the camp also has a swimming pool, dining room and bar.
There are many activities on offer at Serra Cafema Camp, including the opportunity to meet with the local Himba families who live nearby.
For those looking for adventure, quad biking across the stunning Skeleton Coast landscape is an unforgettable experience.
Nature drives on the sand dunes and boat trips on the Kuene Rives are also popular at Serra Cafema.
Windhoek Hotel:
Skeleton Coast:
- Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp
Namib Desert:
7 nights Skeleton Coast Flying Safari
This is a guide price only, based on travel in low season.
Prices will vary according to choice of hotel and seasonal airfare and hotel surcharges. Please ask us for any current special offers.
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