Namibia

Namibia is one of the most photographed countries in the world! Sossusvlei Lodge is a highlight of the Namibian safari experience. Wedged between the hot Kalahari Desert and the cold Atlantic Ocean Namibia possesses the highest windswept dunes in the world, ruggered canyons and mountains, vast desolate deserts, unique game viewing, wild coastline, German influenced towns and an array of local cultures.

The second most sparsely country in the world, Namibia has a local population of just over 2 million people. Geared to tourism the country is a travelers dream. Easy fly-in Safaris to top destinations, authentic luxury mobile African safari tours, super family friendly accommodation and activities, all the romance you can dream of for your African honeymoon and on a par with South Africa as one of the greatest self-drive destinations in Southern Africa.

Browse some of our suggested itineraries or be your own guide on some terrific self-drive itineraries. The highlights of Namibia safari tours form a magic circuit. Starting in Windhoek and moving to the ancient red dunes of Sossusvlei, onto the coastal town of Swakopmund, through the unforgiving Damaraland, and ending with the wilds of the Etosha Pan. This Namibia safari circuit can be done in either direction, and can take you a few days or a few weeks. The gravel roads are in good condition which makes it an easy self-drive destination. You can chat to our consultants who can advise on car types and driving times. Or they can assist and plan your perfect Namibia safari itinerary.

The most popular time to take a Namibia safari is generally the cooler winter months June to November. It is a good year round destination although it can get very hot in summer during the day and this is also the wet season. The Namibian landscape completely regenerates itself during and after the rains giving you another reason to take more than one Namibia safari tour!

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  • Damaraland

    Damaraland is beautifully arid and spectacularly unforgiving! One of the most scenic places in Namibia, in the height of the dry winter or the rains of summer. Here you find unique experiences, attractions like Burnt Mountain, Rock Art at Twyfelfontein…

  • Etosha

    The Etosha Pan is a bucket-list destination Namibia! The white salt pan dominates the park, roughly 130km long and up to 50km wide. This white chalky expanse, along with all the waterholes and wildlife, creates the unique atmosphere that is…

  • Kunene

    The Kunene River cuts across the sparse dry environment creating an oasis-like environment which juxtaposes with an otherwise hauntingly harsh sparseness. This strip of lush vegetation attracts nomadic wildlife from afar and is home to two of Southern Africa’s rarest…

  • Skeleton Coast

    Namibia’s Skeleton Coast is shrouded in mystery and a place of great extremes; where the seemingly endless desertscape collides with a frigid and rugged coastline. The consistently rough seas and dense ocean fogs, known to the locals as ‘cassimbo’, plagued…

  • Sossusvlei

    Sossusvlei is located in the ancient Namib-Naukluft National Park. This Park includes the oldest desert in the world. One of the biggest attractions here are the massive red sand dunes, some reaching over 300 meters in height, (often referred to…

  • Swakopmund

    Swakopmund is known as the adventure capital of Namibia and includes sand boarding and quad biking along its enormous sand dunes which lie just on the outskirts of the town. Boat cruises to see the thousands of pelicans and seal…

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Climate

Partially covered by the Namib Desert, one of the world’s driest deserts, and averaging 300 days sunshine each year, Namibia’s climate is generally very dry and hot.  Summer is from November to March and brings a small amount of rain. Winter, with no rain, is from April to October. From December to…

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Climate

Partially covered by the Namib Desert, one of the world's driest deserts, and averaging 300 days sunshine each year, Namibia's climate is generally very dry and hot.

 Summer is from November to March and brings a small amount of rain. Winter, with no rain, is from April to October.

From December to March it can be humid with afternoon thunderstorms in the east of the country.

January and February are the hottest months, when daytime temperatures in the heart of the Namib can exceed 40°C/104°F.

April and especially May are the best months in Namibia - dry, with a real freshness in the air

From June to August Namibia cools down and dries out more; nights can be cold, with temperatures dropping well below freezing in some desert areas.

By September and October the country warms up again.

November is a highly variable month, occasionally the hot, dry weather will continue, at other times the sky will fill with clouds and threaten to rain – if you're lucky enough to witness the first rains of the season, you'll never forget the drama.

Best time to visit:

The best time to visit Namibia is during the cooler dry months from May to October when wildlife viewing is at its best in parks like Etosha National Park. The weather is pleasant for exploring the desert landscapes and other outdoor activities.