Namibia

Endless expanses - True freedom

Namibia captivates with a world of breathtaking desert landscapes, endless expanses, and impressive wildlife encounters. This country sometimes seems almost surreal – so unique that it is difficult to put its beauty into words.

Namib Desert

The Namib Desert, considered the oldest desert in the world, shapes the landscape like almost no other region. Stretching over 2,000 kilometers along the Atlantic coast, it is one of the driest places on Earth. Its iconic dunes, reaching heights of up to 350 meters – especially in the Sossusvlei area – glow in intense shades of red and orange, constantly changing their appearance depending on the light. This fascinating desert world is also surprisingly vibrant: specially adapted plants and animals have found ways to survive here under extreme conditions, making the Namib a unique natural wonder.

Encounters with the Himba, one of the last indigenous peoples of Africa, or the search for the rare desert elephants in mystical Damaraland are among the other highlights of a journey that will deeply touch you.

WOLWEDANS COLLECTION - Hot air ballooning - An absolute must!

Etosha National Park

An unforgettable experience awaits you in Etosha National Park, one of Africa's most important protected areas. Spanning approximately 22,000 square kilometers, it is even larger than some European countries. The park's centerpiece is the vast, dried-out salt pan, the Etosha Pan, covering over 5,000 square kilometers. During the dry season, elephants, lions, rhinos, giraffes, and large herds of zebras gather at the waterholes – ideal conditions for observing these animals up close. This unique landscape and high density of wildlife make every safari an intense and impressive experience.

The country is ideal for exploring on a self-drive tour and is a paradise for photographers and nature lovers: vibrant colors, sharp contrasts, and unspoiled nature. Namibia is one of the most sparsely populated countries on the planet, offering a tranquility and peace rarely found elsewhere in the world – and this is precisely where its special magic lies. No architect could create landscapes more spectacular than those shaped by Namibia's natural environment: the red Kalahari, endless thorn savannas, the rugged Skeleton Coast, ancient baobab trees, and majestic quiver trees.

A journey through Namibia also means getting closer to yourself. Colors, sounds, scents, and even the silence seem more intense, more immediate, more profound here. And when, in the evening, the endless African starry sky opens up above you around the campfire, you know: This is a place that will stay with you.

We cordially invite you to embark on this extraordinary journey – and are always at your side with our experience, passion and advice.

Why we love Namibia

Breathtaking landscapes

Namibia fascinates with extreme contrasts: the highest red dunes in the world in Sossusvlei, the second largest canyon in the world, the oldest desert in the world, the Namib, huge salt pans in Etosha and dramatic granite mountains in Damaraland – Namibia feels like another planet.

Very safe and easy to travel

Politically stable, friendly people and good tourist infrastructure.

Vastness, tranquility & starry skies

Namibia is sparsely populated. This means: pure freedom, epic road trips, breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, and one of the clearest starry skies in the world.

Interesting facts about Namibia

Size

Approximately 824,292 km² (equivalent to about 2.3 times the area of ​​Germany)

Population

Approximately 2.53 million inhabitants.

Capital city

Windhoek

Languages

English (official national language), as well as other indigenous languages.

Climate

Dry; hot summers (November–April), mild winters (May–October) When it rains, it is usually in February and March.

Visa

Since April 1, 2025, German, Swiss, and Austrian citizens require a valid visa (approx. EUR 80) to enter Namibia. This can be applied for online before the trip (e-visa).

Form of government

Namibia is a democracy and elections are held.

Traffic

Driving on the left

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