Aerial view of a lush green mountainous coastline with mist and ocean waves at the shore.

Adventures

At East London Air Services (ELAS), adventure begins in the air. From our base in East London, South Africa, we connect travellers to the country’s most remarkable destinations — from private game reserves and coastal escapes to remote bush airstrips and hunting lodges. Every flight is planned with precision, care, and a personal touch that defines private aviation with ELAS.

Eastern Cape

Two lions resting on a dirt road in a savannah landscape with trees and bushes, and two more lions walking in the background.

We fly directly to premier reserves including Kwandwe, Shamwari, Amakhala, Gwe Gwe, Mount Camdeboo, and Sable Lodge — as well as scenic flights along the Wild Coast, revealing untouched beaches, cliffs, and winding rivers.

Sunset at a sandy beach with rocky cliffs and waves crashing on the shore, with distant hills and a cloudy sky in the background.
An aerial view of ocean waves crashing against large rocks along the coastline.

KwaZulu-Natal

A straight two-lane road stretches into the distance through green fields and rolling hills under a cloudy sky.

From Phinda Private Game Reserve to Thanda Safari, we connect guests to KwaZulu-Natal’s subtropical wilderness — where bush and beach meet, and every journey feels effortless.

A boat on the beach during sunset with the sky filled with orange and pink clouds, reflecting on the wet sand and calm ocean waves.
Sunset over the ocean with waves crashing on the shore and a colorful sky with orange and pink hues.

Our King Air 100 offers a premium, pressurised bush-flying experience into the Kruger National Park and surrounding private reserves including Singita, Londolozi, Sabi Sabi, Ulusaba, Lion Sands, and Royal Malewane. A refined way to reach Africa’s safari heartland — faster, smoother, and always reliable.

Kruger & Greater Kruger Region

A lioness lying on the ground covered with leaves, resting in a natural habitat during golden hour.
Group of elephants walking through a grassy landscape with trees, at sunset, with birds flying in the sky.
Sunset over a forest with tall trees and warm, orange glow.

Western & Northern Cape

From the vineyards of Babylonstoren and Gondwana Game Reserve to the vast plains of Tswalu Kalahari, we connect travellers to South Africa’s most exclusive and remote destinations. We also offer custom flights along the Garden Route and Cederberg Mountains, where comfort meets adventure.

Mountain landscape with rocky trail, green bushes, and fog-covered peaks.
A tall, unique desert tree with a thick, textured trunk and a dense, spherical canopy of long, spiky leaves against a partly cloudy sky.
Sunset over a mountain landscape with purple wildflowers in the foreground

Hunting Lodges across South Africa

ELAS provides seamless access to premium hunting lodges and outfitters across the country — including Sable Lodge, Thorndale Safari Lodge, Lichenry Hunting Safaris, and Sandy Creek Safaris. Wherever your hunt takes you, we ensure you arrive safely, comfortably, and on time.

A deer with large, twisted antlers standing in a field with purple flowers, with a blurred forest background.
A large herd of impalas grazing and resting in a grassy savanna with scattered trees under a cloudy sky.
A close-up of a male kudu antelope with twisted horns, large ears, and a white stripe on its face, standing among green foliage.

Adventure travel support

ELAS is frequently contracted by charter brokers supporting international adventure and luxury travel companies throughout South Africa. From multi-stop safari and cycling itineraries to bespoke hunting and photographic tours, we ensure travellers reach every destination smoothly and professionally.

Woman releasing a bald eagle with mountains and sky in the background.
A person standing on a rocky ledge during sunset, with a mountain in the background and the ocean in the distance.
A person mountain biking through a wooded trail with green foliage and sunlight filtering through the trees.