The vast Etosha salt pan, the shimmering dunes of Sossusvlei and the Namib Desert plus the contrasting of the Caprivi wetlands make Namibia an exhilarating safari destination. One led by spectacular landscapes, space and silence as much as wildlife.
April to November
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A Namibia safari is an exhilarating and richly varied experience. One day you’re scanning the vast Etosha salt pan for elephant and lion; a few days later, watching first light ignite the towering dunes of Sossusvlei. From the stark beauty of the Namib Desert to the watery paradise of the Zambezi region, Namibia is defined by contrast, scale and space.
The name Namibia is often translated as “place of vast, arid plains” — an apt description for this strikingly beautiful country. Here, gemsbok, springbok and kudu roam freely across open landscapes, while desert-adapted elephant and rhino thrive in conditions that seem, at first glance, inhospitable.
But Namibia is not only about wildlife: it is also about sculpted mountains, mood and light, and the powerful sense of perspective that comes from travelling through such immense terrain.
Namibia is a large country, and we recommend at least two weeks – and ideally three -to experience it at an enjoyable pace.
Many of our clients choose to mix it up; perhaps flying between remote regions and driving to others. Talk to us about your preferences!
Our private guides are especially popular for families or groups of four or more, while truly remote areas such as the Skeleton Coast are best accessed by light aircraft.
(A few lodges can even be combined using scheduled transfers. See our Namibia to Go sample trip
Talk to us about what suits your travel style — Namibia is wonderfully flexible.
Etosha National Park - A classic African safari played out around vast salt pans and waterholes, offering exceptional game-viewing in a stark, open setting.
Sossusvlei & the Namib Desert - Towering red dunes, sculpted by wind and light, create one of the most iconic and photogenic landscapes in Africa.
Damaraland - A rugged, geological wonderland where desert-adapted elephant and rhino move through ancient valleys and dramatic rock formations.
Skeleton Coast - Remote, atmospheric and hauntingly beautiful: a wild stretch of fog-shrouded coastline where desert meets Atlantic. Inland is the Kaokoveld, home to Himba communities and vast, untamed landscapes that feel truly untouched.
Swakopmund & the Central Coast - A cool coastal interlude of German heritage, adventure activities and Atlantic air making it the perfect contrast to the desert interior.
Caprivi Strip (Zambezi Region) - Lush, riverine and wildlife-rich, offering a completely different side of Namibia with boat safaris and classic big game.
Central Highlands & Windhoek - Rolling hills, conservation-led lodges and Namibia’s relaxed capital — an ideal starting or finishing point for any journey.
Have a look at our suggested safari trips as well as our independent unbiased reviews of lodges in Namibia.
Whether you dream of desert silence, classic safari or remote coastlines, Namibia rewards thoughtful planning. Speak to our Africa specialists to design a journey that reveals the country’s many layers — at your pace, and in your style.
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