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🇳🇦 Swakopmund
Naukluft & Namib‑Naukluft Park (Sossusvlei area)
Kolmanskop
Etosha National Park
Palmwag & Damaraland region
Fish River Canyon
🇳🇦 Swakopmund
Swakopmund: charming coastal town with German architecture, museums, and adventure activities like sandboarding, quad biking, camel rides, paragliding, and desert day trips over Atlantic dunes
Swakopmund at a Glance Nestled between golden dunes and crashing waves, Swakopmund offers a surreal blend of desert and sea. Founded in 1892 by German colonial authorities, its architecture still reflects that heritage—think pastel buildings, ornate ...exploring.Top Highlights Attraction Description Swakopmund Museum Fascinating exhibits on Namibian culture, wildlife, and colonial history. National Marine Aquarium Home to rays, sharks, and playful seals—great for families. Moon Landscape & Welwitschia Drive...
A Complete Guide to Swakopmund
Swakopmund 🪂 What to Do: Sandboarding & quad biking in the dunes German bakery treats & beach walks Day trip to Walvis Bay: flamingos, dolphins, seal kayaking Visit the Swakopmund Museum & jetty at sunset 🏨 Where to Stay: Hansa Hotel – ...
13 Unforgettable Things to do in Swakopmund, Namibia
Naukluft & Namib‑Naukluft Park (Sossusvlei area)
Sossusvlei & Naukluft Wonders: Namibia’s Soulful Desert
The Namib-Naukluft Park, especially around Sossusvlei, is where Namibia’s spirit whispers through rust-colored dunes and ancient dry lakes. As someone who carries the desert in her heart, I curated this list with tools, accessories, and small comfort...
Namib Naukluft Park - A park of contrasts and extremes
Sossusvlei / Naukluft 🥾 What to Do: Climb Dune 45 and Big Daddy Explore Deadvlei’s eerie dead trees Walk Sesriem Canyon Go on a sunrise hot-air balloon ride over the desert 🏨 Where to Stay: Little Kulala – luxury lodge with private dunes access Sos...
Attractions | Sossusvlei
Kolmanskop
The famous "ghost town" near Lüderitz: abandoned diamond-mining houses slowly being reclaimed by dunes—highly photogenic and atmospheric.
Kolmanskop is a place where history whispers through broken windows and the desert reclaims opulence one grain at a time. Just outside Lüderitz, this abandoned diamond-mining town was once a symbol of wealth and extravagance—complete with a hospital,...
Learn the history of Kolmanskop, a Namibian ghost town covered in sand
Kolmanskop / Lüderitz 📷 What to Do: Early morning ghost town tour in Kolmanskop Take haunting desert photos of sand-filled homes Visit Lüderitz: Goerke House, church on the hill, coastal drive 🏨 Where to Stay: Lüderitz Nest Hotel – seafront views O...
THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Luderitz - Must-See Attractions
Etosha National Park
One of Africa’s largest parks (~22,270 km²), dominated by the vast salt pan. Expect to see lions, elephants, black rhinos, giraffes, numerous savanna species and hundreds of bird varieties
Etosha is where Namibia roars to life. Spanning over 22,000 km², this iconic park is home to 114 mammal species, 400+ birds, and the legendary Etosha Pan—a shimmering salt flat so vast it’s visible from space2. Whether you’re watching elephants bathe...
Etosha
Etosha National Park 🦓 What to Do: Self-drive safari or guided game drives Visit the Okaukuejo waterhole (great at night) Spot rhino, elephant, lions, and giraffes near waterholes Stay at multiple camps for diverse sightings 🏨 Where to Stay: Inside...
Places of Interest - Etosha National Park
Palmwag & Damaraland region
Palmwag and the surrounding Damaraland region in Namibia are known for their unique desert-adapted wildlife and stunning landscapes.
About midway between Swakopmund and Etosha, Palmwag has black rhinos, elephants, giraffe, and cheetahs in a conservation tourism concession area RHETT & CLAIRE .Damaraland features dramatic landscapes, Brandberg Mountain, rock engravings, and com...
Palmwag Concession - Huge protected area in northwestern Namibia
Palmwag / Damaraland 🌵 What to Do: Track desert-adapted elephants & black rhino Visit Twyfelfontein rock engravings (UNESCO site) Explore rugged desert and mountain landscapes 🏨 Where to Stay: Palmwag Lodge – classic, great guides Sorris Sorris...
THE BEST Things to Do in Palmwag - Must-See Attractions
Fish River Canyon
The Fish River Canyon is the largest canyon in Africa and one of the most awe-inspiring natural formations on the continent. Stretching 160 km long, up to 27 km wide, and plunging 550 meters deep, it’s a dramatic scar carved into Namibia’s southern d...
Carved over hundreds of millions of years through the ancient crust of southern Namibia, the Fish River Canyon stands as one of Africa’s most dramatic and awe-inspiring natural wonders. Measuring about 160 kilometers long, up to 27 kilometers wide, a...
Fish River Canyon - The world's second largest canyon
Fish River Canyon 🌌 What to Do: Hike to Hobas Viewpoint for breathtaking photos Tackle the multi-day canyon hike (May–Sept) Soak in Ai-Ais Hot Springs at the canyon’s end Watch for wildlife and stargaze in total silence 🏨 Where to Stay: Fish River ...
Activities and places of interest in the Fish River region ...
On Arrival in Windhoek
Day suggestions in Windhoek: Visit the Namibia Craft Centre (Old Breweries Building) for handcrafted Herero dolls, Karakul products, jewelry, local art and cuisine Dusty Trails Safaris & Car Hire Namibia +11 mangoafricansafaris.com +11 Project Expedition +11 . Walk around German‑influenced architecture—e.g. Alte Feste fort, Christuskirche, Woermannhaus museum Wikipedia . Enjoy local dining at spots like Joe’s Beerhouse or Olive Excl...
1. Visa & Entry Requirements As a South African citizen, you do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days within a 180‑day period—just a valid passport is sufficient TourRadar +15 atlas-guide.com +15 Vogue +15 . If you're a citizen of another country, check if you're on the visa‑exempt list or apply in advance through a Namibian consulate atlas-guide.com . 2. Getting There: Flights & Transport Direct flights from OR Tambo (Johannesburg) to Windhoek’s Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) are frequent—typically around 2 hours. Taxis or arrange an airport pickup transfer (~45 km/30 min into Win...atlas-guide.com +3 stage.namibiatourism.com.na +3 Visit Namibia +3 . ATMs are widely available in major centers. Use Visa or MasterCard; American Express fewer accepted, especially at petrol stations and remote lodges Viatu +11 safariworldtours.com +11 travel2namibia.com +11 . Bring some cash for small shops and petrol in rural areas. VAT (15%) can be reclaimed at international airport departures—keep receipts and allow extra time RHETT & CLAIRE +7 Rickshaw Travel +7 atlas-guide.com +7 Tailor Made Safaris +1 Ker & Downey® Africa +1 .
Windhoek, Namibia: All You Need to Know Before You Go (2025)
Best time to visit: June to mid‑September (cooler, dryer, animals congregate at waterholes)—ideal for photography and safaris Condé Nast Traveler stage.namibiatourism.com.na +12 The Times +12 Enchanting Travels +12 Visit Africa . Driving: Cars drive on the left, with speed limits: ~60 km/h in towns, 80 on gravel, 120 on highways. Avoid night driving due to wildlife crossings Enchanting Travels safariworldtours.com . Permits: National park entrance permits are needed—available at MET offices or park gates (e.g. Sesriem, Etosha) Enchanting Travels +1 safariworldtours.com +1 . Communications: Get an MTC SIM card at the airport or in Windhoek for the best coverage Enchanting Travels +1 safariworldtours.com +1 . Health precautions: Yellow fever proof is only needed if coming from endemic areas. Northern regions have malaria risk during rainy season—use repellant and protective clothing Viatu . 8. Best Places to Feature in a “Benable” If “Benable” refer...
The ULTIMATE 10-Day Namibia Itinerary - Everything you need to know