Explore Namibia
Etosha National Park; the Fish River Canyon; the rolling red sand dunes of Sossusvlei, the unique culture of the Himba people; the German architecture of Swakopmund; and the mountainous scenery of Damaraland are all reasons to visit this extraordinary country.
With the Namib and Kalahari deserts inhabiting its borders, Namibia is primarily a large desert plateau. The landscape is made up of five geographical areas, allowing for a dramatic variation in weather and vegetation conditions throughout the country. Photography enthusiasts are drawn here for this very reason and are spoilt for choice with subject matter whether it is wildlife, culture, or the great outdoors.
You can catch a short, two-hour flight from Johannesburg into Windhoek (the capital of Namibia) and begin your trip from there. For those with more time, we would recommend pairing your holiday with South Africa as the two countries are bordered in the South by the Orange River. Road-tripping through the oldest desert in the world and onto Cape Town in South Africa is an adventure of a different kind!
The summer months can get extremely hot so we recommend visiting between July and October.
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Namibia FAQs
When is the best time to visit Namibia?
One of the best times to visit Namibia is during the winter/ spring seasons (May – October). For those visiting Etosha National Park, wildlife viewing is prime during this period. You can expect sunny days with temperatures dropping in the night and early mornings, so remember to pack warm clothes!
Which Airport do I fly to when visiting Namibia?
Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport, situated just outside of Namibia’s Capital, is the primary gateway into Namibia. The airport serves neighbouring countries such as Botswana, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe, and the most used route is via Johannesburg.
What are the top attractions in Namibia?
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Etosha National Park
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Himba Village Tours
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Kolman’s Ghost Town
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Luderitz
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Namib Desert
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Skeleton Coast
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Swakopmund
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Sosussvlei
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Fish River Canyon
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Walvis Bay
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Spitzkoppe
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Windhoek
What are the top safaris in Namibia?
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Caprivi Strip
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Etosha National Park
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Cheetah Conservation Fund
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Rhino Tracking on foot
What is the best way to handle finances in Namibia?
The currency in Namibia is the Namibian Dollar, however you can use the South African Rand to pay in cash as well. We recommend traveling with credit cards/ debit cards that can be used at ATMS. Not all banks charge foreign transaction fees but please check with your credit card issuer. Please also advise your bank prior to departure that you will be using your credit cards in Namibia. There will be the opportunity to withdraw cash at the airport, cities and towns and this is a better way to manage your money safely rather than travelling with large amounts of cash on hand.
Is Namibia Safe?
Namibia is one of the safest countries to visit in Africa, which is why it is such a popular destination for self-drives. That said it is not exempt from crime so just be mindful in bigger cities and towns from things like pickpocketing and when drawing cash at ATMS. Do not drive at night to avoid incidents with wildlife.