Namibia is known for its spectacular sunsets. Dust particles in the air give the evening sky its characteristic fiery red hue. In combination with the dry, clear air and the sheer endless expanse of the country, a play of colors unfolds that makes every evening an unforgettable experience.
In Bitterwasser, such magical moments can be observed regularly - whether from the ground or in the air. Landings are possible up to 15 minutes after local sunset (but not a second longer!). This period offers the perfect opportunity for spectacular shots in which the setting sun, dark clouds and the contrast of the landscape create impressive scenes.
Early October is the ideal time to prepare the runways for flight operations. You can land at the Bitterwasser Flying Lodge in every which direction—depending on how you look at it, on 8 runways (plus one emergency runway), each in two directions. Jeremias carefully levels the landing area over the course of several weeks.
In early September, the containers holding the gliders for the 2026/27 season were loaded in Waghäusel. Transported by trailer, truck, and cargo ship, the gliders are now on their long journey to Namibia, to the Bitterwasser Flying Lodge.