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Namibia

Home to some incredible national parks and game reserves of various geographical makeup, Namibia is a fantastic place for a game viewing safari with few other wildlife spectators in sight. The impressive red sand dunes of Sossusvlei make for an unforgettable sight, while just a few miles away you can spot lions stalking their prey in the wild.

 

What’s most loved about Namibia

  • Namibia is celebrated for its stunning desert landscapes, including the iconic red dunes of Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert, the otherworldly beauty of Deadvlei, and the vast, rugged expanses of the Kalahari Desert
  • The country is home to diverse wildlife, with renowned national parks like Etosha National Park offering incredible opportunities to see elephants, lions, rhinos, and other species in their natural habitat
  • Namibia’s cultural diversity is a significant draw, with a rich tapestry of indigenous communities, including the Himba, Herero, and San people, offering unique cultural experiences and insights into traditional ways of life
  • Namibia is a haven for adventure enthusiasts, offering activities such as sandboarding, quad biking, and hot air ballooning over the desert, as well as hiking in the Fish River Canyon, one of the largest canyons in the world
  • The country’s Skeleton Coast, with its hauntingly beautiful shipwrecks and seal colonies, and the seaside town of Swakopmund, known for its charming German colonial architecture and adventure sports, are beloved attractions
  • Namibia is one of the best places in the world for stargazing, with its vast, unpolluted skies and designated Dark Sky Reserves providing unparalleled views of the Milky Way and other celestial wonders

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  • Sand dunes in Sossusvlei - Namibia Tourism Board/Lourika Reinders

  • Quiver Tree Forest - Namibia Tourism Board/Jim McCaul/Solimar International

  • Desert-adapted elephant - Namibia Tourism Board/Vicki Brown/Solimar International

  • Sesriem Canyon - Namibia Tourism Board/Lourika Reinders

  • Springbok in Damaraland - Namibia Tourism Board/Vicki Brown/Solimar International

  • Lion and lioness in Etosha National Park - Namibia Tourism Board/James McCaul/Solimar International

  • Fish River Canyon - Namibia Tourism Board/Jim McCaul/Solimar International

  • Zebra in Etosha - Namibia Tourism Board/David Brown/Solimar International

  • Horse-riding in Namib Naukluft National Park - Namibia Tourism Board/James McCaul/Solimar International

Average temperature

Information below is based on average highest temperature for each month.

  • 31℃
  • 29℃
  • 28℃
  • 26℃
  • 24℃
  • 21℃
  • 21℃
  • 24℃
  • 28℃
  • 30℃
  • 30℃
  • 32℃
  • 12
  • 11
  • 11
  • 6
  • 2
  • 1
  • 2
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 6
  • 8

Information above is based on the average number of days which experience some form of rainfall for each month.

Rainfall

When to Visit

Below gives you information and a rating of the best time of year to visit.

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Our Ratings

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