Epic safaris to sensational Namibia

Namibia

Namibia is a vast open country of breath-taking sky and desert horizons and where contrasting vistas, temperatures and wildlife enhance the fascinating history and rich culture. Land of rare fauna and flora, huge arid plains, the wild foggy Skeleton Coast and exciting adventure activities, Namibia draws visitors from far and wide to explore her many moods and offerings. Most visitors prefer to self-drive their way across Namibia in their own time to see the world’s tallest, majestic sand dunes, the oldest plants on earth and the rock art remnants of the Bushmen hunter-gatherers.

Visit the country’s flagship conservation area, Etosha National Park, encompassing more than 2 million hectares of grassy wildlife habitat around a massive salt pan. Further south, Sossusvlei, in the Namib Naukluft Park, is revered for its towering red sand dunes and splendid photographic opportunities. In rocky Damaraland, rare desert elephants and black rhino roam, while in Luderitz, the wild horses canter across arid deserts in freedom. Pop into the famous Ghost Town of Kolmanskop then check out the awesome seal colonies on the coast of Swakopmund with its rich German heritage, outdoor sea and land adventure activities for all interests.

Namibia is synonymous with the Namib desert which spans three countries and over 2000 km of the Atlantic coastline. Some of the sand dunes it produces are known to reach over 300 m in height and span a distance of 32 km. This desert is largely uninhabited and mostly barren of vegetation. It is here you’ll find Namib Naukluft National Park, at 50 000 square km, and it’s one of the largest conservation areas in the world. Several antelope species – kudu, gemsbok and springbok – can often be found in the more vegetated river valleys, and a keen eye might spot a caracal or even a leopard.

Family safari holidays to Namibia are hot

Pack up the entire family for a safari holiday to Namibia that they will never forget. Intrepid journeys into Africa introduce your kids to the biggest classroom in the world, nature! Game viewing, nature walks, dune boarding and camping under the stars are all part of a safari adventure your family will talk about for years down the line!  We love seeing children have a ball in the true wilderness of Namibia, our top African safari destination of all time – so check out the luxury lodge and bush camp accommodation where children are made to feel like royalty and book your special family package today.

Did you know?

  • Over many years, Namibia was ruled by Germany, Great Britain and South Africa but today it is an enriched melting pot of cultures.
  • Namibia is the second least populated country in the world. With only about 2 million people living in a country the size of California but there are still 13 different ethnic groups, the most well-known being the Himba who rub red clay into their skin and hair.
  • Namibia is the only African country to have the highest population of free roaming cheetahs numbering some 2500.

Highlights

  • Climb Big Daddy, the tallest dune in the Sossusvlei area, so huge that the other dunes look small.  Find it looming an almighty 325m high between Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, but it is still not the highest in the Namib Desert because that claim to fame goes to Dune 7, a whopping 388m.  
  • The wild horses of the Namib Desart are called ‘The Namib’s’, and they live wild in the dry plains of the Garub on the eastern edges of the Namib Desert – some say they come from the herds that scattered during the 1915 bombings of South African Troops stationed at Garub. 
  • Rock art is a must-see in Namibia, home to more than 1200 rock art sights, mostly in Twyfelfontein and mostly linked to hunter-gatherer history – these amazing etchings are found on fascinating petrified sand dune remains that go back millions of years. 
  • Some say that numerous whales died on the Skeleton Coast during the whaling industry while about 1 000 shipwrecks lie scattered along the rough shores so take time to experience the wild energies of this stark coast and wander around in the fogs. 
  • Nature conservation is an organised affair in a win-win sustainable situation with rural communities who benefit from tourism crafts, and conservation hunting. They use Community Based Natural Resource Management to preserve natural resources as valuable income generating systems.

Namibia Safaris

You know what to do! Book your dream Namibia safari in a country that has the least rainfall of any country in sub-Saharan Africa. Go and find the mind-blowing biodiversity you have read about, in several community conservation areas and national parks. Namibia is one of few countries in the world to specifically address conservation and protection of natural resources in its constitution. If you love wide open spaces, desert landscapes, and exploring by car, then you will love Namibia’s changing landscape, from the south to the north. Give yourself an authentic safari adventure in nature and be part of the fact that Namibia is loved globally as a remote and unique African destination packed with wildlife viewing, adventure and jaw dropping vistas. Get to know its treasures with us.

Be sure of an unrivalled self-drive exploration in grasslands, rocky outcrops, mountains, enormous dunes, deserts, wild foggy coastal towns and some river ecosystems. Discover Namibia with us on some adventurous activities in these spectacular landscapes promising premium wildlife sightings. Birding excursions, nature walks, camping safaris and game drives fill your days. Or hike up a dune to take in the sunrise and sandboard back down again.

Find the ideal accommodation that suits your pocket and style in Namibia’s top safari camps and lodges – browse our best rates and packages tailormade for your dream African holiday. We recommend staying in premium game viewing areas for unbeatable luxury accommodation in private lodges and villas or choose more rugged camps immersed in the desert or mountains where 5-star service is still the focus. Family and honeymoon suites at top lodges ensure unforgettable safari experiences inclusive of excellent foods and facilities. 

What to Love about Namibia

  • FISH RIVER CANYON: The second largest canyon in the world and one of the most popular tourist attractions in Namibia – featuring a huge ravine of 161km long, 27km wide and 550 m deep. Millions of years ago, the Fish River cut into the canyon and only flows strongly by late summer (February – March), remaining dry the rest of the year. 
  • DUNE 45: Said to be one of the most photographed sand dunes in the world, it lies between Sesriem and Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert, towers about 100 m high and is a very popular climb at sunrise or sunset for the changing beauty and colours, the spectacular desert views and simply mind blowing start or end to your day. Dune 45 is named for being 45km from Sesriem Gate and the sand here is 5 million years old, full of iron oxide, therefore red in colour. 
  • ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK: Namibia’s premier National Park and home to the famous Big 5, around 114 mammal species and 340 bird species, often spotted congregating around the famous pan once part of the huge Lake Kunene which dried up years ago. watering holes. Fossils reveal that specially adapted antelope lived here – sitatunga, lechwe and tsessebe – and a 90- cm long catfish!
  • DAMARALAND: Rugged and surreal landscapes dotted with fascinating geological and archaeological sites, large granite boulders and rocky hills rising sharply out of the arid plains – home to Twyfelfontein, a World Heritage Site boasting extensive rock art from the San/Bushmen people. Rare desert-adapted elephants, rhino, and lions, as well as oryx, springbok and hundreds of bird species live here. 
  • KAOKOVELD: Beside the banks of the Kunene River, this mountain-valley landscape is home to the Ovahimba, the last true nomads of Namibia, who still travel on foot around there seeking water and grazing.
  • WINDHOEK: The capital city of Namibia and the start and end of most trips to Namibia, it offers a modern complex between European and African architectural styles. Safely stroll around it’s wide avenues and streets taking in many architectural sights, statues and beautiful parks. One of the many highlights is Alte Feste, the oldest building having been built in the late 1800’s and is now the state museum.

The best of the best safaris in Namibia

Book from the travel experts and enjoy signature experiences on your dream African holiday.  Plan a Namibia tour and safari with Voyage2Africa, the African travel experts, and enjoy signature experiences to the premier wildlife destination south of the equator. We bring you thrilling adventures in Sossusvlei, Damaraland, Kaokoland, Windhoek and Walvis Bay, Etosha National Park and the Skeleton Coast. We offer you the best of the best safari accommodation in Namibia, in lavish lodges, family resorts, modern hotels, eco villas and rustic wild campsites in nature.  

NAMIB DESERT

Lending its name to the country, this desert spans three countries and over 2000 km of the Atlantic coastline. Some of the sand dunes it produces are known to reach over 300 m in height and span a distance of 32 km. This desert is largely uninhabited and mostly barren of vegetation. It is here you’ll find Namib Naukluft National Park, at 50 000 km squared, it is one of the largest conservation areas in the world. Several antelope species – kudu, gemsbok and springbok – can often be found in the more vegetated river valleys, and a keen eye might spot a caracal or even a leopard.

OUR SELECTION: THE BEST DESTINATIONS TO VISIT IN Namibia

Guests on a guided walk on the dunes of Namibia

Visit something old and environmentally beautiful. The Waterberg Plateau National Park is about 200 million years old. Discover the dinosaur relics and ancient San paintings on the Sandstone rock, still visible. You can still see German graves at the base of the mountain from the 1904 Battle of the Waterberg against the Herero people.

View of the desert with mountains far in the distance in Namibia

When travelers see the huge Bavarian Church spires and palm trees emerging from thick coastal fog, they know that they have reached the quaint German harbour town of Swakopmund. You can reach this friendly, lively town from Windhoek, Walvis Bay and the Skeleton Coast. It makes a great stop over en route to an adventure in Namibia.

swimming pool with deck and sunbeds at Hoodia Desert Lodge in Namibia

Discover the Sossusvlei, a red sandy landscape that boasts the highest sand dunes in the world. It is hard to believe that it covers nearly 50 000 km2 of the mighty Namib-Naukluft Park, one of the oldest deserts in the world.

Luderitz

Visit the Luderitz Region just to see its famous wild horses of the Namib. Roaming the sparsely vegetated plains of the desert in small groups, these magnificent creatures come to drink from the trough at Garub, some 20 kilometres west of Aus, in Namibia.

Aerial view of the mountains and desert in Namibia

If you love ancient history and rock art, then you will love Damaraland. If you love wildlife and rocky open spaces, then you will love Damaraland. Find this unique region close to Etosha National Park and the spectacular Skeleton Coast. Experience flat-topped mountain plateaus and winding river courses, acacia forests and rolling savannah.

Two chairs on the patio looking out to the bush and desert of Namibia in Onguma Tented Camp

Etosha National Park is a wonderland for wildlife that congregates around the incredible salt pan – so huge it can be seen from space! Experience the waterholes and plains, amazing Mopani trees and open spaces. You too can see the best sunsets ever are recorded in Namibia’s most famous park.

Kaokoland namibia

Come and experience the home of the nomadic Himba people, the rare desert dwelling elephant and black rhino.Famous for its rugged purple mountain ranges and the Kunene River, Kaokoland is a harsh bit of Namibian desert with huge boulders and amazing wildlife dotted all around. Enjoy amazing Wild figs, Baobabs, Makalani palms and other trees.

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Best known for its challenging hiking trail, the Fish River Canyon is the largest canyon of its kind in Africa, plus the second most visited tourist attraction in Namibia.Go and see ancient Stone Age sites dating back as early as 50 000 years ago. This shows that people have always used the river as the only constant water source in Namibia.

windhoek namibia

The capital city of Namibia, Windhoek plays a major role in the success of tourism within the country. Visitors flock to Namibia for its wide, desert landscapes, its animals, its photographic opportunities and the stark beauty of its biodiversity and climate.

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Head to the meeting place of four African countries – Namibia, Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe meet at the narrow Caprivi Strip. Enjoy wide open spaces, fantastic wildlife and breath-taking scenery.

View of the Shipwreck Lodge in the distance between the dunes of Namibia

Choose exquisite sand dune camps and lodges close to the wild Atlantic Ocean yet protected from the elements on the stormy Skeleton Coast. This western Namibian coastline got its name from the many whale bones and shipwrecks that litter its shores, thanks to the hive of elemental energies in this region where the cold Benguela Current creates dense fogs over the beaches.

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