Bitterwasser Lodge & Flying Club Airfield

Bitterwasser, NA 🇳🇦 Small Airport

ICAO

FYBJ

IATA

-

Elevation

4167 ft

Region

NA-HA

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Airport Information

GPS Code: FYBJ

Local Code: Not available

Location: -23.875° N, 17.9911° E

Continent: AF

Type: Small Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Travelers generally express high satisfaction with Bitterwasser Lodge & Flying Club Airfield, often describing it as an unforgettable experience in the Namibian Kalahari. It is particularly revered by glider pilots for its world-renowned flying conditions, while non-pilots also find the lodge to offer a unique blend of luxury, comfort, and African ambiance.

What Travelers Love
  • Exceptional Location and Ambiance: The lodge is praised for its stunning setting in the Kalahari Desert, offering vast landscapes, diverse wildlife (giraffes, zebras, springboks), crystal-clear night skies, and magical sunsets. The atmosphere is described as tranquil and authentically African.
  • Comfortable and Well-Equipped Accommodation: Guests appreciate the 22 air-conditioned bungalows and 13 rondavels, noting them as modern, clean, and providing comfort without compromise. Rooms are often equipped with mosquito nets and refrigerators.
  • Excellent Facilities and Amenities: The lodge features a spacious restaurant serving delectable cuisine, a luxurious swimming pool in a garden setting, and well-maintained grounds. Drinks and snacks are served by the pool.
  • Diverse Activities and Friendly Service: Beyond gliding, the lodge organizes activities like sundowners, game drives, safaris, and hikes. The staff is generally found to be friendly and helpful in organizing excursions.
  • World-Class Gliding: Bitterwasser is internationally recognized as a premier destination for gliding, offering a vast flying area and excellent conditions for record-breaking flights.
Common Complaints
  • Journey to the Lodge: The drive from Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Bitterwasser is long (3-4 hours) and involves gravel roads for a significant portion (around 60 km), which can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with driving in Namibia. Driving at night is strongly discouraged due to wild animals.
  • Immigration Wait Times: Upon arrival at Windhoek International Airport (WDH), travelers may experience long queues and patience is required at immigration due to thorough document checks by authorities.
  • Inconsistent Reputation (Rare): One review suggested that while the lodge has a "very good reputation," it doesn't always fully live up to it, though specific details of this inconsistency were not elaborated upon.

Bitterwasser Lodge & Flying Club Airfield offers a highly positive and unique experience, particularly for those passionate about gliding or seeking a tranquil, authentic African retreat with comfortable amenities and engaging activities. While the journey to the lodge and initial airport immigration may require patience, the overall sentiment highlights a rewarding stay.

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Nearby Airports

Mariental Airport
FYML
Mariental, NA
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~81 km away
Bitterwasser N. Sta Airport
NA-0008
NoneNA
Small Airport
~1 km away
Bitterwasser North Airport
NA-0009
NoneNA
Small Airport
~1 km away
Hoachanas Airport
NA-0103
Hoachanas, NA
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~7 km away
Kentani Landing Site
NA-0028
NoneNA
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~14 km away
Schlip 1 Road113 Landing Site
NA-0056
Schlip, NA
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~14 km away
Mbela Big Wings Landing Site
NA-0042
NoneNA
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~17 km away
Judaea Strip
NA-0023
NoneNA
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~18 km away
Bimsfarm Landing Site
NA-0106
NoneNA
Small Airport
~23 km away
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