Aerial Africa
- Sunday 9:00 PM et/pt on Smithsonian Channel (CA)
- 1 Season, 5 Episodes
- April 8, 2018
- Documentary

Aerial Africa Full Episode Guide
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Soar over Namibia's enormous seas of sand, wide-open countryside, and unexplained geological phenomena on a spectacular aerial tour over the southwest corner of Africa. Our flight whisks you over an ancient world, from the oldest desert on Earth to the emerald green waters of the Kunene River. On the journey, we delve into the country's history of brutal colonial conflicts and its rich culture, reborn from the shadows of its past.
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Explore the Western Cape's stunning shorelines, dramatic mountains, and richly-diverse metropolis, from thousands of feet in the air.
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Journey over the lands of South Africa where early ancestors left their footprints on the earth and where modern technology transforms the way we live. From mountains forged by violent geological upheaval billions of years ago to mines full of riches, and from landscapes formed by Shaka Zulu to the Ubuntu philosophy personified by Nelson Mandela, experience the beauty and spirit of this remarkable nation. Enter the cradle of humankind as we fly over South Africa's interior, one of the continent's most dynamic regions.