The Flying Flower Safari Overnighter
From R26,500 per person. (for min 4 pax)
A Rare Journey Into Namaqualand’s Spring Bloom
For a few short weeks each year, Namaqualand, South Africa, does something extraordinary. Few places on Earth offer such an extraordinary combination of aviation, nature, photography and adventure in a single unforgettable journey
This vast, often quiet stretch of South Africa’s West Coast shifts almost overnight, as wildflowers spread across the plains in carpets of orange, yellow, white and purple. Our overnight Africa Sky Runners Flying Flower Safari is built around that brief seasonal moment — and the journey to reach it is part of the experience.
An exceptional outing for couples and families!
Fly Into the Flowers by Private Aircraft
Skip the long road journey and see the West Coast, South Africa, from the air in our Cessna aircraft, flying from Stellenbosch over coastal dunes, lagoons, fishing villages and the wide-open landscapes of Namaqualand before landing near the flower fields
Guided by a Local Namaqualand Flower Expert
Guests are guided by Dudley Wessels, a respected local Namaqualand guide whose knowledge of the region’s flowers, geology, history and culture adds real depth to the experience.
Overnight at a Seasonal Flower Beach Camp
Stay at the Namaqua Flower Beach Camp, West Coast, South Africa, a temporary tented camp set close to the Atlantic coastline during the wildflower season. Expect wildflowers, sea air, sundowners, clear night skies and a rare sense of being far from everything.
Day One:
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Depart from Stellenbosch Airfield
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Scenic flight to the West Coast and Namaqualand — around 1 hour 45 minutes, with aerial views of the coastline, lagoons, dunes, fishing villages and open Namaqualand landscapes.
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Land at Koingnaas airstrip, a remote gateway into the flower region.
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Guided Namaqualand Flower Safari with a local expert, including time for photography, exploring the blooms and learning about the region.
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Picnic among the flowers in a scenic natural setting.
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Check in at Namaqua Flower Beach Camp, hosted by Chiefs Tented Camps.
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Sundowners overlooking the Atlantic Ocean as the sun sets over the sea.
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Three-course dinner at camp under the Namaqualand night sky
Day Two:
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Early morning coffee and breakfast at camp surrounded by the flower fields.
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Guided Flower Safari transfer back towards Hondeklipbaai and Koingnaas, with more time to enjoy the seasonal blooms.
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Lunch at an authentic West Coast seafood restaurant in Hondeklipbaai.
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15:00 | Return scenic flight to Stellenbosch, following the West Coast south.
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Arrive back in Stellenbosch with final aerial views of the coastline, West Coast landscapes and Cape Winelands.
What’s Included in Your Overnight Safari
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Private return flights from Stellenbosch to Namaqualand
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Hosting by your pilot-guide throughout the flying experience
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Overnight accommodation at Namaqua Flower Beach Camp
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Guided Namaqualand flower safari with a local expert
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All meals during the itinerary
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All local drinks
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Picnic among the flowers
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Sundowners overlooking the Atlantic Ocean
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West Coast seafood lunch in Hondeklipbaai
Exclusions:
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Transfers to & from Stellenbosch airfield
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Additional purchases of premium/imported drinks or drinks outside “local drinks”
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Gratuities for guides, pilots or camp staff
Who is this Flying Flower Safari is Ideal For?
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Families! An incredible trip to do with your children, the whole experience is amazingly interactive for them to engage and learn.
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Couples or small groups wanting a private, memorable overnight escape with comfort, good food and nature at its best.
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Nature lovers and wildflower enthusiasts who want to experience Namaqualand’s short spring bloom.
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Travellers short on time who want to reach the remote flower region without spending long hours on the road.
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Photographers and visual storytellers looking for aerial views, coastal scenery, flower fields, sunsets and open landscapes.
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Adventure-minded travellers who enjoy flying, remote destinations, guided local insight and experiences that feel far from the usual tourist route.