Namibia
Experience the stunning, stark beauty of the world’s oldest desert with its vast landscapes that seem to stretch to eternity, stunning contrasts, natural wonders and wildlife uniquely adapted to one of the most hostile environments on earth.
The Land That
Time Forgot
This southwestern African country entices with its grand landscapes, from the vast expanses of the Namib Desert, where towering dunes meet the Atlantic Ocean, to the rugged beauty of the Fish River Canyon, the second-largest canyon in the world. The country has rich wildlife in a kaleidoscope of different environments including the arid pans of Etosha, the endless horizons of the Namib Naukluft, the lush and verdant Caprivi Strip and the wide open spaces of Damaraland.
Namibia in southwest Africa is distinguished by the Namib Desert along its Atlantic Ocean coast. Home to diverse wildlife, including a significant cheetah population. The capital, Windhoek, and coastal town Swakopmund contain German-era buildings such as Windhoek’s Christuskirche, built in 1907. In the north, Etosha National Park’s salt pan draws game including rhinos and giraffes. But mostly it’s the vastness of the land and sense of space that will mesmerise. A vast country inhabited by a small population that brings extremes together in a single trip.
POPULATION
64 million
CAPITAL CITY
Dodoma
CURRENCY
Tanzanian Shilling
LANGUAGE
Swahili, English
GEOGRAPHICAL SIZE
947,303 sq km
BEST TIME TO GO
All year, with safaris best in the long dry season which falls from July to September
Take a look at Namibia’s primary regions to guide you to which you’d like included on your itinerary.
At a Glance
A Cultural Tapestry of Tribes and Traditions
Namibia’s cultural landscape is a captivating blend of diverse tribes, each with its own distinct traditions and practices. The Himba people, known for their striking red ochre-covered bodies and intricate braided hairstyles, provide a window into a semi-nomadic pastoral way of life. The San people, regarded as the oldest inhabitants of southern Africa, showcase ancient hunter-gatherer traditions and incredible knowledge of the land. From the Ovambo to the Damara and many more, Namibia’s tribes offer a vibrant tapestry of cultural heritage, expressed through unique music, dances, artwork, and spiritual rituals.
Experience Namibia
Namibia presents a wide range of activities for every explorer. Take to the skies in a hot air balloon over Sossusvlei, where you’ll witness the mesmerizing sunrise over the majestic sand dunes. Experience thrilling game drives in Etosha National Park, tracking wildlife and encountering magnificent creatures. Trek through the desert to witness the elusive desert-adapted rhinos in their natural habitat. Immerse yourself in the rich history of ancient rock art at Twyfelfontein, or go biking through the rugged terrains, embracing the raw beauty of the Namibian landscapes.
REGIONS OF Namibia
Journey To Another World
From the rich, red dunes of Sossusvlei and the Namib to the dramatic, otherworldly peaks of the Brandberg and from the cool, fog-covered sands of the Skeleton Coast to the deserted ghost town of Kolmanskop, Namibia offers a wealth of destination choices. Its deserted coastline is littered with the slowly rusting carcasses of an untold number of wrecked ships and huge colonies of Cape fur seals. Uniquely adapted wildlife species like desert elephants, gemsbok and ostrich are complemented by an array of tiny wonders that spend their lives in the slip faces of myriad sand dunes.
