Hot Air Ballooning - Sossusvlei, Namibia

Overview

Namib Sky Balloon Safaris

Namib Sky Balloon Safaris has been an iconic and exhilarating part of the Namib Desert landscape since 1991, offering an unforgettable adventure like no other. With a team of around 25 skilled and passionate professionals, you can rest assured that you are in the best of hands as you embark on this once-in-a-lifetime journey. As you soar high above the vast expanse of sand, the magical sunrise bathes the desert in warm hues, creating a surreal and awe-inspiring experience. Whether you’re an adrenaline seeker or a nature enthusiast, Namib Sky Balloon Safaris guarantees a thrilling and safe adventure that will leave you with memories to treasure forever.

How It Works

Hot Air Balloon Flight

Your day starts very early (2 hours before sunrise) with a drive to the meeting point 22 km south of Sesriem. From there your experience starts as you witness the enormous hot air balloon being prepared while you enjoy your first cup of hot tea or coffee. After a safety briefing, you climb into the basket with the pilot and the other passengers and float up into the air to witness a desert dawn from a perspective that is impossible to better. The flight lasts about 1 hour and you will float in whichever direction the calm morning air drifts. Upon landing you will be met by the recovery vehicle and taken to a site in the desert for a celebratory breakfast, served as is hot air ballooning tradition with sparkling wine & orange juice. From here you are transferred back to the meeting point. The whole experience from meeting up to being returned will be 3 - 4 hours.

The Namib Desert offers an ever-changing visual fest of rocks, sand dunes, moonlike landscapes and mountains. When you add the early morning light to this vast desert wilderness, colour, texture and shadows make it a truly mesmerizing experience that photographs simply fail to capture!

Information

What you need to know

What Should I Wear?
The early mornings in the desert can be very cold, so dress warmly with layers that can be peeled off as the sun begins to warm the day. It is important to bring a sun hat and sun cream and of course your camera!
Children Policy
Children under the age of 6 years are allowed, only if they are taller than 1.2m. However, it is required that adults accompany any children under 16 years of age. Children too small for the hot air balloon flight can follow the balloon with the ground crew and join for breakfast - a babysitter is provided at no charge in this event.