Have you ever been to Namibia? Not many places in the world can compete with its dramatic landscapes, fascinating cultures and seemingly endless horizons. Our hand-picked selection of photos will make you want to visit Namibia for a luxury African safari.
The classic Namibia highlight: Big Daddy Dune
Desert-Adapted Wildlife
Nothing says Namibia like an oryx wandering along orange dunes. Keep your eyes peeled for these desert-adapted antelopes.
A postcard picture of Namibia featuring a lone oryx, Image Credit: Juan Carlos Munoz
The Tree Graveyard
Deadvlei is a must-visit destination in Namibia. The contrasting colours of the white pans, honey-hued dunes and blue sky create the perfect backdrop for your holiday photos.
Scatterings of dead trees in Deadvlei
Namibia’s Capital City
Planning to visit Namibia? Your trip will most likely start and end in Windhoek, the capital city. From museums to German architecture, there’s so much to see in the heart of the country.
Windhoek is the capital and largest city in Namibia, Image Credit: R.M. Nunes
Endless Starry Skies
Namibia’s exceptionally clear, dark skies make it a premier destination for astrophotography, and this image perfectly demonstrates why.
Gaze up at the magical Milky Way over Spitzkoppe
A Work of Rocky Art
Further south, close to the South African border, the Fish River Canyon wows with an ocean of rock formations. As Africa’s largest and the world’s second-largest, the canyon stretches over 160 kilometres in length, 27 kilometres in width and is up to 550 metres deep.
Africa’s very own Grand Canyon, Image Credit: Canyon Roadhouse
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Let’s go on a Namib Desert adventure! Take to the skies on a hot air balloon safari, explore the NamibRand Nature Reserve on a photographic safari, or track wildlife with a safari guide. And as Africa’s very first International Dark Sky Reserve, stargazing here is out of this world!
Hot air balloon rides over the Namibian desert, Image Credit: Udo Kieslich
Dramatic Scenery and Wildlife
Damaraland offers you a unique wildlife experience, with species thriving against all odds. Don’t miss out on the chance to see desert-adapted wildlife such as elephants, lions, rhinos and brown hyenas.
Namibia’s desert-adapted elephants, Image Credit: Damaraland Camp
The Rare Rhino
This poignant image captures a rare and intimate moment as a black rhino traverses the calcrete-white plains of Etosha National Park during the “golden hour” at sunset.
A fiery Namibian sunset near the famous Okaukuejo waterhole, Image Credit: Tomas Drahos
Flora and Fauna
Namibia’s flora and fauna will take your breath away. These sociable weavers’ nests are only one of many examples showing how wonderful Mother Nature is.
A tree with multiple sociable weaver nests, Image Credit: Desert Camp
The Ultimate Scenic Road Trip
The winding road serves as a guide through the arid landscape of Namib-Naukluft National Park, leading the way toward the iconic towering dunes of Sossusvlei.
Road to Sossusvlei, Image Credit: Tomasz Wozniak
Rare Brown Hyena
What a special sight! If the brown hyena is on your sightings list, you should add the Namib and Kalahari deserts to your safari itinerary.
The brown hyena is well adapted to surviving in the arid Kalahari and Namib deserts, Image Credit: Serra Cafema Camp
Waterhole Gatherings
Water is the source of life. Therefore, waterholes are great spots to see Africa’s famous wildlife, including the famous desert-adapted lions.
There’s something extra special about the desert-adapted lions in Namibia
Learn About Local Cultures
Namibia is a melting pot of cultures, including the Himba, Herero, and Ovambo, to name just a few. Take your time to learn more about the fascinating tribes during your stay in the country.
The local Himba tribe in Namibia, Image Credit: Serra Cafema Camp
Witness The Epupa Falls
Desert, dunes and sand are not the only things Namibia is famous for. You can also visit the scenic Epupa Falls near Angola’s border. Or, travel to the Caprivi Strip (Zambezi Region) for lush greenery and visit Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia.
Namibia’s landscapes keep surprising you at every turn, Image Credit: Omarunga Epupa-Falls Camp
An Etosha National Park Safari
Etosha National Park is often the main reason our guests want to visit Namibia. With over 114 mammal and 340 bird species, the national park deserves its place among the prime safari destinations in southern Africa.
A wilderness haven where you can expect to see all kinds of species, Image Credit: R.M. Nunes
Namibia’s Ship Graveyard
Where the desert meets the ocean, the Skeleton Coast stretches over 500 kilometres in the country’s north. Swakopmund, a charming town, is the ideal place to start your coastal journey.
One of Africa’s great untouched wildernesses, the Skeleton Coast
Largest Cape Fur Seal Colony
Namibia’s coastline is also home to the Cape Cross Seal Colony, the largest Cape fur seal colony in the world. These adorable creatures can provide endless entertainment.
Cape fur seal soaks up the sun, Image Credit: Ivan Kmit
Kolmanskop Ghost Town
Located just outside of Lüderitz, Kolmanskop is an abandoned diamond-mining town that offers a different kind of sightseeing. Here you can walk through sand-filled buildings that have been abandoned for more than a century.
Discover Namibia’s “ghost town”
Let’s Start Planning Your Trip to Namibia
Now that you’ve had a taste of how beautiful the country is, are you excited to see Namibia through your own eyes? Our Travel Experts have visited all the destinations and the best lodges. Get in touch with us today and book your tailor-made Namibia itinerary with us. We look forward to seeing you in Africa!
