Glider pilots worldwide know that South Africa has wonderful soaring weather, and it doesn’t get better than the 800km-plus flying area east of Bloemfontein in the Free State, all the way to Aliwal North, Victoria West and on to Tswalu Kalahari Game Reserve in the Northern Cape. more

Skim the treetops and fly where eagles dare to get a bird's-eye-view of Africa's animal kingdom when you go game-viewing from a hot air balloon. Up at dawn, then up, up and away on an aerial safari to search for the Big 5 from the sky. more

There can be few better ways to enjoy the lush greenery and spectacular scenery of Limpopo's Waterberg region than leaping out of a plane and skydiving toward it from thousands of metres in the air. Skydive Extreme will show you how. more

The Aerial Cableway in Hartbeespoort soars high above the ancient Magaliesberg Mountains, giving you an uninterrupted view over the magnificent Hartbeespoort Dam and beyond. On a clear day you may not see forever, but you will spot Johannesburg, Pretoria and a passing eagle or 3. more

Durban is an excellent venue to try parasailing, a safe yet exciting activity in which you can go up to 70m into the air and enjoy the gentle breeze as you get a fantastic panoramic view of Durban and the Indian Ocean. A speedboat, a parachute and an expert crew make this a memorable experience. more

Peaceful and serene, hot-air ballooning is a wonderful adventure. From the thrill of watching the balloon inflate, and the imperceptible lift-off, to the gentle descents with the pilot skimming the treetops one moment then sending you soaring heavenwards the next. And the sensational views are unforgettable! more

In South Africa, air adventures take you above it all. You could head for the skies in a fighter jet, a helicopter, a paraglider, a hot air balloon, even a tiger moth biplane. There are plenty of flying clubs, airfields, and of course, the expansive skies add to the attraction. more

South Africa is known for its excellent climate, with largely clear skies. This is one of the many reasons why skydiving is so popular here. There are a number of established tour operators around the country waiting to take to up and help you down. more

In South Africa, paragliding is a perfect match for the geography. Here are high plateaux dropping off steeply into the lowlands, and mountains with predictable thermal uprushes. Many paragliders swear by the Karoo flatlands, where there are high cloud bases and steady thermals to carry you for hours. more

Gliding in Worcester offers aerial adventurers some of South Africa’s most exciting flying conditions. Here, geographical and meteorological anomalies converge, over some of the Western Cape’s most spectacular scenery, to allow pilots to travel vast distances without the aid of an engine, and only the wind beneath their wings. more

A trip on the Table Mountain cableway is your ticket to a whole new world. From the top of Table Mountain, you will have spectacular views over the Cape Peninsula. You will also be able to explore the richest corner of the Cape Floral Region. more

De Aar is renowned as a top South African paragliding destination. The hot desert earth pushes massive bubbles of warm air skywards, providing the perfect lift for paragliders. This, together with the sheer vastness of the area, facilitates excellent cross-country gliding. more

Flight schools in South Africa include the well-established flight schools of Port Elizabeth. These facilities offer professional flying training that includes both basic and more advanced flight tuition. And the best part is that you get to learn while flying over one of the most spectacular coastlines in South Africa. more

Bill Harrop’s Original Balloon Safaris has been in operation since 1981 and is one of South Africa’s premier hot air balloon tour companies. You can choose between a tour of the Magaliesburg or a game viewing safari package at selected game lodges, such as Mabula Private Game Reserve. more