Looking for the perfect flying experience gift?
We've updated our flying experience gift guide for 2024, so you can continue to take your adventurous giftee to new heights!
A range of flying experiences lie ahead that are sure to be the perfect fit for anyone who would much rather be soaring through the sky than have their feet planted on the ground.
We’ve collected the most trilling aerial experience days into a guide for everyone, from the most skilled pilot to a complete novice.
Read on to find out our top picks.
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Safari With Breakfast Near Johannesburg - R 6,300
What better way to start the day?
Your giftee will love this one-of-a-kind airborne experience gift in Pilanesberg National Park - which sees them soar above the scenery in a hot air balloon before sitting down to a sparkling breakfast.
Your giftee will have the singular pleasure of seeing wildlife up close from above during this safari, gliding over giraffes, elephants and rhinos.
After spending around 45 minutes to an hour in the hot air balloon, your giftee will come to land in the park where they'll be served sparkling wine, orange juice and breakfast canapes. Before you leave, the pilot will sign a First Flight Certificate for them to keep!
After all this, the field guide will take them to Wallow Bush for a full English breakfast. Finally, they'll go on a mini game drive!
This gift makes for an action-packed airborne experience perfect for those who love flying and wildlife.
Hoedspruit 30 Minute Microlight Flight - R 2,100
If your giftee is a daredevil, they'll love embracing their inner ‘Wacky Racer’ during this unique microlight flight over Hoedspruit.
Not just a flying experience, this aerial adventure also allows them to spot local wildlife for thirty minutes and enjoy regular sightings of elephants, giraffes, zebras and buffalo.
Cape Town Tandem Paragliding Experience - R 1,750
Seeing paragliders float over Signal Hill down to Sea Point is a frequent sight in Cape Town throughout the year, and now your giftee can try it for themselves!
During their sky-high experience, they'll head to the top of the hill and get strapped into the harness with their instructor. Next, they'll run down the launch platform and feel their feet leave the ground as they soar over the landscape below.
Hoedspruit Game Reserve Microlight Flight - R 3,500
See the Big 5 animals from above as you take to the skies in a scenic game-spotting microlight flight.
Your giftee will get to see the beautiful region whilst having a personal commentary from the pilot in this 60 minute flight. They'll have regular sightings of elephants, zebras, buffalos AND giraffes!
Relax and enjoy the stunning views of have a go at flying the microlight yourself!
1 Hour Blyde River Canyon Microlight Flight – R 3,500
The Blyde River Canyon is a must-see sight when you’re on the ground, but witnessing nature’s work from above is just as unforgettable. You’ll have enough time in the air to really let it sink in and realise how extraordinary the view really is!
Soar over the impressive Blyde River Canyon on this scenic sixty-minute microlight flight, taking in incredible views of the Blyde River Dam, the Three Rondawels mountain peaks, and the Hoedspruit game reserve. With only you and the pilot on board, you'll benefit from a personal guide and entertaining commentary - you can even take control of the microlight if you're feeling brave, or sit back and try to spot the Big 5.
This Blyde River Canyon Microlight Flight is a unique and exciting experience that would be perfect for your next Limpopo vacation, or a thoughtful gift for aviation enthusiasts.
Thanks for reading our Flying Experience Gifts Guide. We hope you’ve found the perfect sky-high gift for the adrenaline junkie in your life, but if you’re still looking you can browse our full range of flying experience gifts here.
