Reviews: Ballooning in the Namib Desert

"The hot-air balloon over the desert should not be missed. It is an early morning start with the majestic balloons soaring into the skies just after sunrise. The pilot and set-up crew are friendly and happy to explain the process of filling the balloon and getting the basket ready to receive guests.

Once up in the air the flight is calm with the only sound the burst of flame from the heater to control the height of the balloon. The pilot was brilliant at controlling the way we floated, moving from a high eagle's view over the desert to skimming the ridges of the surrounding hills. It's a great way to get some very different views of the desert to photograph.

At the end of the fight we landed easily, right beside the area set up for a champagne breakfast. A fantastic way to start a day in the Namib Desert." Read more about this whole safari

"If your wallet allows it a balloon flight at sunrise is a MUST. It is worth every penny.

The pilots are very well trained and extremely skillful and they have a lot of humor. They tell you a lot about the balloon, the environment, the desert, the dunes, the history, etc. The pilot also turns the balloon regularly so everyone can take that wonderful picture of sunrise, etc. Our balloon had a large basket which, on the inside, was dived into 4 quarters. Every quarter has 4 persons.This was an amazing experience.

After landing, our pilot landed the balloon right on top of the trailer (!!!), we enjoyed a wonderful champagne breakfast in the desert. White linens, sparkling wine, even almond milk, strong coffee (finally!), croissants, etc. everything locally/home made. Absolutely GREAT.

They also have a very nice curio shop, with some locally produced items with which they support 2 community projects." Read more about this whole safari

"wow! what a fantastic experience and the breakfast on landing.........

superlatives all round.

saw quite a bit of wildlife from the air.

very impressed with the companies integration into the local community (school funding etc)" Read more about this whole safari

"Fantastic experience from start to finish, great food, brilliant pilots - would 100% recommend!

Was really interesting to look round the school and see the impact of the ballooning organisation on the local community too." Read more about this whole safari

"Absolutely fabulous !Run by a most professional company , the flight is from beginning to end a magic experience out of the world.

I insist on the competence and professionalism of the crew ( safety advice, very few people in the basket...).A world of a difference with a prior ballooning experience in Lao with a Chinese company !!!

The breakfast set in the middle of the desert with champagne and gorgeous homemade food was outstanding.

Only "negative" point: Namib Sky Balloon Safaris have stopped operating a shuttle between Sossusvlei Desert Lodge and their place." Read more about this whole safari

"An incredible experience.

If your budget stretches to it- this is a must do.

A very smoothly run operation over some of the most scenic landscapes in the world, followed by a champagne breakfast in the desert." Read more about this whole safari

"Fantastic experience, worth every penny. very well organised by a great team, and a lovely breakfast to follow." Read more about this whole safari

"Eric our host was amazing.

A must not miss part of Namibia trip" Read more about this whole safari

"Apologies for the cliche, but it was an absolutely amazing experience. If you are in any doubts, just do it.

The operation is totally professional and we felt absolutely secure. The views are amazing and we both had big smiles on our faces for the rest of the day.

We'd never been up in a hot air balloon before this trip, but it such a great experience that we're sure to do it gain at the next opportunity." Read more about this whole safari

"Completely different than the Kenyan one. Lucky to have Dennis as our pilot so we were the first one to take off. We thoroughly enjoyed the trip and the desert breakfast

The only thing that was off-putting was a professional photographer who was taking pictures of two models and was ordering people to move so he could get the best views.

Thankfully someone put a stop to this.

I would certainly recommend this trip." Read more about this whole safari