Bespoke African safari trips

Words cannot adequately express how amazing my family’s trip to Zambia was or how it just would not have been possible without the experience, knowledge, support, responsiveness, and planning from Riaan, Willem, and the African Aerial Safaris team. They were there for every step of the 8 month planning process and also throughout our trip to make sure we had up to date information and any arrangements that needed to be taken care of were managed. Every aspect of the trip was curated with my family’s interests, goals, and preferences taken into account, as well as little surprise personal touches that show they are as invested in our experience as we are. Riaan and Willem have a keen ability to understand each and every individual they are working with so that the end result is a truly unique and customized travel experience that left incredible, everlasting memories from a trip that was more than we could have ever imagined. Already in the early stages of planning my second trip with many more to follow!

Riaan and Willem at African Aerial Safaris have become like family since they organized our 9 person safari 8 months ago during all the COVID uncertainties and new variants. They have been thoughtful, incredibly responsive and caring. They picked camps that had amazing guides that were focused on conservation and its environmental impact. Weeks leading up to the safari he sent us reminders and to do lists ahead of the trip.
During our 2 week safari Riaan was in constant communication including changes in our charter flights. We truly had a blast at this safari adventure and every detail was taken care of for us, most of which we probably weren’t even aware of! The test of an excellent safari operator is being able to seamlessly manage bumps, changes and details in itinerary without impacting your client’s experience. Thanks Riaan and Willem for organizing an unforgettable vacation that my family will remember for a lifetime.

Words are not enough to give justice to the holiday organised by African Aerial Safaris.

Life is shaped by experiences and our time with Riaan and team in Namibia was extraordinary.Riaan’s knowledge of Africa and his ability to anticipate your needs and make suggestions were excellent. Riaan was always one step ahead of us, it meant he had already thought through, planned and booked whatever was up next. It meant I could properly switch off and enjoy my holiday.
He has strong local relationships which meant we got special treatment and made to feel very welcome everywhere we went.
If you want to see and enjoy Africa in a way that exceeds your wildest dreams – then this is the company to do it with.

Cannot recommend it highly enough.

We booked a tour around Namibia and the careful, thoughtful and personalised service of Riaan and the team made it a genuine trip of a lifetime. We can’t have been an easy group to arrange things for – 18 people across 4 families all with slightly different requirements, but we had everything arranged to perfection including an unexpected free upgrade to the Presidential suite at a hotel in the Strand Hotel at Swakopmund. Lots of wonderful surprise touches in places, and our tour covered everything from river kayaking to safari to desert luxury. We’re already talking to them about another trip!

Once in a lifetime adventure!

Our plane flew as low as possible in order to optimize the passenger experience. We could see animals, vegetation, and geologic formations from an angle never seen before. The flight routing was expertly planned to incorporate a number of amazing scenic opportunities

Aerial safari advantages

“You can access resorts and lodges that are not able to be reached in a vehicle. You get to cover an incredible amount of ground, we saw tropical delta landscapes, dusty deserts, the crisp blue Atlantic Ocean and the large city of Johannesburg all in a single trip.”

Phenomenal lodges

Nothing beats the feeling of walking into a luxurious safari camp, from the steps of your own private plane. Fresh white linens and hot showers were abundant at every stop.  Staff were all so warm and friendly, and the food surpassed all expectations.  

Greatest travel experience thus far!

“I don’t think I can adequately describe just how incredible my trip with African Aerial Safaris was. I am an avid traveler and I have travelled across the world. Hands down, my experience with African Aerial Safaris was the greatest travel experience, in my life, thus far. I cannot wait to book round two!”

Riaan and the African Aerial Safari (‘AAS’) team helped us organise our honeymoon. Everything was perfectly accurate and precisely organized, and we did not have to worry about a thing!

The AAS team went the extra mile in organizing special experiences at our lodge, ensured we were staying in the best room with the best view, and above all, made sure we received an unbelievable discount!

Organising a trip with African Aerial Safari’s was one of the easiest things I have ever done. The team has an amazing understanding of Africa and the ‘hidden gems’ lodges/locations that no one else knows about. Thank you to Riaan and the team for really going the extra mile!

Fulfilling our dream of a memorable wildlife and family experience

“It was my 60th birthday trip, just for the close family. We hoped African Aerial Safaris could give us some pointers. Before we knew it, we had options. After Zoom meetings with a patient and enthusiastic Riaan, we chose Madikwe Kopano Lodge. From eating preferences, baby foods to family birthday celebrations and a birthday cake never heard of (a combination of the birthday girl’s favourite cake recipes that Riaan secretly organized with my family), no detail was overlooked. Riaan was ever ready with information and kept the excitement going in the time leading up to our trip. He seamlessly put together a trip that thrilled and satisfied our needs for family time while fulfilling our dream of a memorable wildlife experience. Thank you, Riaan and may African Aerial Safaris bring incredible value to many lives!”