Okavango Delta Scenic Flight
Fly low from Maun in a small plane or helicopter to see the Delta's waterways weaving like blood vessels, and herds of elephants wading through the water.
The scale and structure of the Okavango Delta can only be truly appreciated from the air: winding channels, circular islands, criss-crossing animal trails, and herds of elephants, buffalo, and giraffes wading across the flood plains. Maun airport has several companies offering sightseeing flights in fixed-wing light aircraft (typically 4–6 seats) and helicopters. A light aircraft tour takes about 45–60 minutes and covers a large area at a relatively low price. Helicopters, which can have their doors removed, fly lower and are better for photography, but cost more. Seats are assigned by window position and weight distribution. Book one or two days in advance in Maun. Mornings tend to have calmer weather and better light for photos. If you're staying at a camp in the Delta, the small charter flight to and from the camp is itself an aerial sightseeing experience. Note: small planes are bumpy, so anyone prone to airsickness should take medication in advance. Keep luggage and camera bags light. When shooting through a window, turn off the flash and press the lens close to the glass to reduce reflections.
Opening hours
Daytime (flights depart at booked times)
Nearby sights
- Nhabe Museum
- Maun Educational Park
- Maun
- Thamalakane River
- Mokoro Channels
- Chief's Island
- Moremi Game Reserve
- Third Bridge (Moremi)