Situated on the southwestern coast of the African continent, Namibia is renowned by travellers for its’ other worldly and diverse landscapes. Once referred to by Portuguese explorers who ship wrecked along its’ harsh atlantic shores as the ‘gates of hell’, Namibia is incomparable to any other destination, as the sea, bush, mountains and desert can be explored in one remarkable journey. A fifth of this enormous country is national park or private reserve, and therefore protected, making it a popular destination for travellers drawn to its’ untamed wilderness. Twice the size of Germany and with a population of just under 2.2 million people, adventurers can explore the vast natural wonders of Namibia in complete tranquility and privacy. From Namibia’s Skeleton coast scattered with whale bones and wrecked ships, to its’ harsh and intriguing deserts, it offers travellers an extraordinary variety of landscapes. The renowned vibrant and barren red dunes of Sossusvlei comprised of 5-million year old sand lay in stark contrast to the lush green scenery to the north of the country in Etosha National Park and the Caprivi strip, where wildlife is abundant. Within the seemingly inhospitable rolling hills and ancient rock formations that make up the Damaraland region, rare desert adapted rhino, zebra and elephants roam. Here visitors can become immersed in the rich tribal culture of both past and present, viewing ancient rock art and learning from the pastoral tribes the ways in which they have adapted to the challenges of 21st first century life. |
A Paradise for Self-Drive SafarisExploring Namibia as a self-driver in your own vehicle is definitely the best way to experience not only the magnificent natural sights within the country, but its’ remarkable and uniquely vast emptiness between. Namibia is a very safe destination which allows travellers to relax and enjoy the solitude of the open road. The advanced infrastructure provides self-drivers an well developed road network, clear road signs and plenty of shops to re-stock along the way. This along with the significant distances confirmed this country’s status as one of the best self-drive destinations in existence for those who have the time to dedicate to exploring its’ natural grandeur. For those with less time to explore or who want to avoid long drive times, short charter light aircraft flights offer an unforgettable experience to see the country from a birds eye view.
Our local partner, with whom we work directly, is one of the most reputable and experienced self-drive safari companies in Namibia, ensuring we have the hardware and on the ground assistance in order to offer our clients the best self-drive adventures. In the traditional but modern Toyota Land Cruiser 79 4x4 safari vehicles, equipped with roof tents, the natural wonders of this country - even the most difficult to reach corners - can explored with ease. Our tip: Depending on the route, a self-drive journey trip in Namibia can be combined with a visit to one of the neighbouring safari destinations. In the north, the country borders Angola and Zambia, in the south South Africa and in the east Botswana and Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls). |
Activities & AdventuresHighlights for safari lovers are the game drives, walking safaris and boat safaris in the Zambezi region in the northeast of Namibia. In the government-managed Etosha National Park, you can explore the park in your own four-wheel drive vehicle, as long as you don't leave the gravel roads. Further north in Kaokoland on the border to Angola, we recommend a visit to one of the settlement areas of the indigenous desert people of the Himba and Herero, who have lived there isolated from civilisation for over 500 years.
There are plenty of options for travellers to explore different regions on foot either with a guide or alone on a marked walking trail. One of our favourite experiences involves a 2-3 day guided walking trail with the chance to sleep out under a sea of stars in the stunning Damaraland region. For those looking for some thrilling activities we recommend quad biking in the dunes, skydiving, or sand boarding in the Namib Desert. Embarking on a hot-air balloon safari over the dunes is certainly one for the bucket list. These activities should definitely be booked in advance, which we will gladly do for you our selected providers, who we can of course personally recommend. |
The Best Time to TravelAs Namibia does not experience extreme fluctuations in temperature and precipitation much like the rest of Africa, you can visit the country year round. What should be taken into consideration in advance to determine the ideal season to travel, is which temperatures suit you best. For a safari in the north of the country in Etosha National Park or in the Zambezi region to the northeast, the dry season between July and October with warm daytime and cool nighttime temperatures is the ideal time to travel. At this time, wildlife viewing is particularly good due to the sparse vegetation. During these months the star gazing is truly spectacular due to the clear skies. In June and July, temperatures can occasionally drop to zero.
If you would like more information on the ideal time to visit, please contact us. Personally, we recommend April and May and September and October as the best months to travel in Namibia, avoiding both the rainy season the cold nights throughout the winter months of June to August. |
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Our Favourite Lodges & CampsitesIn Namibia there are numerous fantastically located and well-equipped campsites. These so-called "campsites" are very different from what we in Europe associate with the term "campground". Simply put, the campsites in Namibia are divided into state-run and privately run campsites and differ mainly in their equipment and comfort. While the state-run rest camps are very simply equipped, the more intimate private campsites usually have a private solar shower, a sink, a bathroom, a seating area and a fire pit. For families with children in the big-5 areas, the fenced campsites are best, while for nature lovers and adventurers we would recommend the unfenced ones. Our favourite campsites are those in remote regions with significant space between each site enhancing a sense of seclusion in the wild. The Namib Family Hideout in the NamibRand Nature Reserve and Mavunje Camp situated along a river in the Zambezi region, run by the legendary "Dan The Riverman” are firm favourite of ours due to their wonderful locations and excellent amenities.
Among the permanent lodges, Kwessi Dunes and Woldwedans Dune Camp at the foot of the majestic sand dunes, as well as Etendeka Mountain Camp in Damaraland are a few of our favourites! In addition to offering visitors exceptional, locations and amenities, these properties provide a wide range of exciting activities that can be enjoyed in the surrounding areas. |