BANTAM MICROLIGHT: FLYING SAFARIS
An amazing flying safari flight from Hoedspruit Airfield, from where we will fly you in a two seater Bantam Microlight to view the big five from above.
It is best to fly early morning or late afternoon to see the most because of the temperature.
Microlight Flights – The important Stuff
- What to wear: Comfortable clothing, takkies. Warm clothing in winter, even a beany because it can get really cold up there!
- How many in one aircraft: Two, you and the pilot.
- Is there an age limit? 12 is the youngest age.
- Is there a weight limit? Yes, 110 kgs.
1. 10 MINUTES
This flight is a quick scenic flip around the immediate vicinity of the airfield with some game viewing
R 850.00 per person
2. 20 MINUTES
With this flight we will fly you over Big Five areas where usually a wide variety of game can be seen.
R 1 600.00 per person
3. 30 MINUTES
The usual flight is over Big 5 areas surrounding Hoedspruit including Klaserie Nature Reserve. However, if you want, this flight’s route can be changed to suit your own requirements on the day.
R 2 300.00 per person
4. 60 MINUTES
With this flight we will fly you over the Blyde River Dam and above the Blyde River Canyon and Bourke’s Potholes before returning back to Hoedspruit alternatively it can include a short flight over the Big 5 reserves in the area where game can be viewed from the air before returning back to Hoedspruit.
R 3 850.00 per person
HOT AIR BALLOONING
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Every morning at sunrise, we offer a one-hour scenic hot air balloon flight over the Lowveld section of the Blyde River, 15 km west of Hoedspruit, at the foot of the Northern Drakensberg Escarpment.
When: Flights are conducted throughout the year, with mid-summer sunrise at 05h00 and mid-winter sunrise at 06:30. We meet 50 minutes before sunrise at the launch site. Due to the high number of weather cancellations, we will not be flying from 16 Dec 2024 to 2 Jan 2025.
What to expect: We will meet you about 50 minutes before sunrise. Tea and coffee will be served while you watch the balloons being inflated. The flight will be approximately 1 hour in duration. The terrain is a mixture of farmland and riverine forest. The mountains provide a scenic backdrop and shelter from the prevailing winds.
Our pilots and crew will ensure a safe, enjoyable, and informative adventure that will be one of the highlights of your visit to the Kruger to Canyon Biosphere. After the flight, the customary sparkling wine will be served, and a flight certificate will be presented.
THE COSTS:
- Hot Air Balloon flight: R4800 per person
Hot Air Ballooning – The important Stuff
- When: Sunrise, all the flights are at dawn so think about staying over somewhere the night before instead.
- How far in advance do I need to book? As much as possible, preferably at least two weeks.
- Is there a weight limit? Yes – 125 kg
- Is there an age limit? Children must be at least seven years old and 1.2m (4 feet) tall to see over the rim of the basket.
- Passengers must be fit enough to stand unassisted for an hour and must also be able to climb in and out of the basket.
- Regrettably, pregnant persons may not participate in a balloon flight.
