Experience the first explorer yachts of the skies

Low-carbon, next-generation exploration

Tracking Africa’s Great Migration or soaring over Greenland’s polar-bear-dotted ice cap – this is a new kind of adventure, gliding slowly at low altitude in near silence with the flexibility to land almost at will, on everything from sand to ice and water.

Then, a range of five days – or 2,000 nautical miles – and speeds of up to 100km/h means access to truly special remote locations, all in the utmost comfort and pioneering levels of sustainability.

Working with Hybrid Air Vehicles since 2017, our team has contributed towards its development, drawing on our expertise in the likes of world-first aviation routes in Kenya and the first private sub dives in Antarctica.

As the only company to have flown a full-scale prototype, we’re excited to offer charters from 2028 in some of the world’s most interesting destinations.

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Guests can expect similarities between the luxury model of Airlander 10 and the yachting experience

Henry Cookson in BOAT International, April 2022

Comfort

Quiet and spacious, with low vibration and an unpressurised cabin, this is more akin to a luxury yacht than a flight. So, you can expect the most exclusive private-chef dining and eight elegant en-suite cabins, set to stunning views through the likes of floor-to-ceiling windows and even glass floors.

Safety

Certified for world-wide clearance by the same civil aviation regulations as any other aircraft, safety is Airlander’s foremost priority. And, the buoyancy is provided by entirely inert helium – the same gas used in party balloons.

Flexibility

There’s no runways required, just 600m of ice, sand or even water. With a five-day, 2,000 nautical miles range, this means you can explore beyond traditional infrastructure, perhaps visiting remote tribes in northern Kenya or tracking polar bears in the Arctic, landing to take a closer look. You can also choose from a menu of toys to bring along, from e-bikes to kayaks.

Sustainability

Thanks to the incredible efficiency of its lift, Airlander delivers a 75% reduction in emissions than comparable aircraft – set to rise to 90% by 2029, with the introduction of hybrid-electric propulsion.

Conservation applications

Assist scientists in aerial surveys of wildlife migrations, habitat loss or coral reef bleaching as part of your adventure. The chance to monitor polar bears in Greenland’s remotes, for example, is a rare opportunity to advance our understanding of their population and behaviour.

Expedition expertise

From pioneering new helicopter routes in Kenya to world-first sub dives in the Pacific and polar regions, we have a track record in safety and innovation when applying new technology to exciting destinations.

With Airlander 10 able to go beyond traditional infrastructure and enjoy first-of-their-kind views, here’s a few destinations to inspire. In each, we’ve pioneered truly unique experiences, whether it’s getting involved with rhino translocations in Kenya or enjoying access to usually off-limit tombs in Egypt for an immersive theatrical experience.

The Great Migration – soaring over the expansive plains of Tanzania’s Serengeti and Kenya’s Maasai Mara, track one of the world’s most impressive wildlife spectacles, marvelling at million-strong herds of wildebeest as they make their perilous journey, hunted by predators. Make land to spend time with anti-poaching dog units and spend a night under the stars in a luxury mobile camp.

The Nile: source to sea – trace the planet’s greatest river from its beginnings in east Africa to its delta in Egypt, charting the diverse variations of geography, wildlife and cultures that depend on its lifeblood. Expect everything from the gorilla-dotted jungles of Uganda to the civilisation-defining temples of Egypt, where we can see you enjoy special after-dark access.

The Mongolian steppe – follow the centuries-old tradition of Mongolia’s nomadic herders, wondering at the great barren beauty of their expansive grasslands and savannah as you look out for the world’s last remaining wild horses. Touch down to meet the herders themselves, try your hand at eagle hunting in the Altai mountains and spend the night in a luxury yurt.

Namibian desert – cruise over the gnarled shipwrecks and city-like seal colonies of the Skeleton Coast before turning inland to the world’s oldest desert, flying over those iconic orange dunes to look out for desert-adapted wildlife.

Greenland’s ice cap – over 80% of the world’s largest island is given over to its monolithic ice sheet. Here, you’ll be able to follow the routes of polar expeditions of past, touch down at abandoned Cold-War-era radar stations and enjoy private-chef lunches overlooking glacial lakes. Look out for polar bears as you go, perhaps assisting scientists with aerial population monitoring.