Southern Africa
Namibia
Desert landscapes and self-drive
6 parks and reserves5 trip options
Namibia is unlike any other safari destination. The landscapes are the star - Sossusvlei dunes, Skeleton Coast, Damaraland. Self-drive is the norm. Wildlife is adapted to desert conditions.
Highlights
SossusvleiEtosha National ParkSkeleton CoastDamaralandHimba Culture
Parks & Reserves
6 areas
Etosha National Park
Waterhole wildlife watching
Salt panWaterhole game viewing
Sossusvlei
Iconic dune photography
Red dunesDeadvlei
Damaraland
Desert-adapted wildlife
Desert elephantsRock engravings
Skeleton Coast
Dramatic coastal desert
ShipwrecksSeal colonies
Caprivi Strip
Water-based Namibia safari
WaterwaysElephants
NamibRand Nature Reserve
Stargazing and solitude
Dark sky reserveConservation
Is Namibia right for you?
Best for
- +Landscape photographers
- +Self-drive adventurers
- +Desert enthusiasts
- +Cultural interests
Consider alternatives if
- -Big Five priority
- -Those avoiding long drives
- -Wet season visitors
What you gain
- • Unmatched landscape photography
- • Excellent self-drive infrastructure
- • Low malaria risk overall
What you trade
- • Wildlife density lower than East Africa
- • Requires long driving days
- • Harsh conditions in summer
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Planning essentials
When to go
Peak: May to October (dry, cooler)
Shoulder: November, April
Green: December to March (hot, some rain)
Desert wildlife year-round
Practical info
Gateway: Windhoek (WDH)
Visa: No for most nationalities
Malaria: Low except northern Etosha
Cost: ModerateLow ($10-15/day)
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Namibia Highlights
Dunes, desert-adapted wildlife, and stark landscapes
10–14 days$5,000–$10k/pp
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Namibia Self-Drive Adventure
Independent exploration on open roads
12–18 days$2,500–$5,000/pp
Day-by-Day
Namibia Skeleton Coast Expedition
Remote coastline where desert meets Atlantic
12–16 days$12k–$22k/pp