Namibia

Endless Horizons - True Freedom

Namibia fascinates with a world of breathtaking desert landscapes, endless horizons, and impressive wildlife experiences. This country sometimes feels almost surreal – so unique that it is hard to put its beauty into words.

Namib Desert

The Namib Desert, considered the oldest desert in the world, shapes the landscape like 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 alive: specially adapted plants and animals have found ways to survive under extreme conditions, making the Namib a unique natural wonder.

Encounters with the Himba, one of Africa’s last indigenous peoples, or the search for rare desert elephants in mystical Damaraland are further highlights of a journey that will deeply move 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 significant conservation areas. Covering around 22,000 square kilometers, it is larger than some European countries. The heart of the park is the vast, dried-up salt pan, the Etosha Pan, spanning 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 them up close. This unique landscape and 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: clear colors, sharp contrasts, and unspoiled nature. Namibia is one of the most sparsely populated countries on our planet; here you can feel a stillness and peace rarely found anywhere else in the world – and that is exactly where its special magic comes from. No architect could create landscapes more spectacular than those shaped by Namibia’s nature: the red Kalahari, endless thorn savannas, the rugged Skeleton Coast, ancient baobabs, and majestic quiver trees.

A journey through Namibia also means getting closer to yourself. Colors, sounds, scents, and even the silence feel more intense, immediate, and profound here. And when the infinite African starry sky opens up above you by the campfire in the evening, you know: this is a place that stays with you.

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

Why we love Namibia

Breathtaking landscapes

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

Very safe & easy to travel

Politically stable, friendly people, and a good tourism 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.

Good to know about Namibia

Size

Approx. 824,292 km² (about 2.3 times the size of Germany)

Population

Around 2.53 million inhabitants.

Capital

Windhoek

Languages

English (official 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

As of 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).

Government

Namibia is a democracy with regular elections.

Traffic

Left-hand traffic

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