Explore Namibia
Namibia is a country of huge landscapes and remarkable contrasts.
From the wildlife-rich plains of Etosha National Park and the red dunes of Sossusvlei to the Atlantic coast, ancient landscapes of Damaraland and the remote wilderness of Kaokoland, each region offers something different.
At Unseen Namibia Safaris, we help you combine the places that interest you into a practical Namibia safari or self-drive itinerary.
Explore our main destinations below and start planning your journey.
PLAN YOUR NAMIBIA SAFARI
Destinations & Places to Visit
etosha national park
Etosha National Park
Wildlife & Self-Drive Safaris
Etosha is one of Namibia's most important wildlife destinations and a highlight of many first-time visits.
The park is known for its large salt pan, network of waterholes and excellent opportunities to see elephants, lions, rhino, giraffe, zebra and many other species.
Etosha works particularly well for both private guided safaris and self-drive trips.
sossusvlei & Deadvlei
Sossusvlei & Deadvlei
Namibia's Iconic Red Dunes
The towering red dunes of Sossusvlei are among Namibia's most recognisable landscapes.
Explore the dunes around Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, climb Dune 45 or Big Daddy, visit Sesriem Canyon and experience the changing colours of the Namib Desert.
Sossusvlei is a must for first-time visitors and particularly popular with photographers.
fish river canyon
fish river canyon
Fish River Canyon
Southern Namibia's Great Canyon
Fish River Canyon is one of southern Namibia's most dramatic landscapes.
The enormous canyon stretches through the arid south and offers spectacular viewpoints and a completely different experience from Namibia's northern wildlife and desert destinations.
It is particularly suited to longer Namibia itineraries travelling through the south.
damaraland
epupa falls & Kaokoland
fish river canyon
Damaraland
Ancient Landscapes & Desert-Adapted Wildlife
Damaraland is a region of dramatic mountains, rocky landscapes and ancient cultural sites.
Highlights include Twyfelfontein, the Brandberg area and the opportunity to experience Namibia's desert-adapted wildlife.
It is an excellent destination for travellers interested in wildlife, geology, photography and Namibia's ancient landscapes.
kalahari
epupa falls & Kaokoland
epupa falls & Kaokoland
Kalahari
Red Sand, Wildlife & Wide Open Spaces
The Kalahari landscape in eastern Namibia is characterised by red sand, grass-covered dunes and open savannah.
It can be an excellent addition to a Namibia safari, particularly for travellers interested in wildlife, photography, landscapes and cultural experiences.
The Kalahari also works well as an introduction to Namibia for travellers entering from South Africa or continuing south.
EXPLORE THE KALAHARI
epupa falls & Kaokoland
epupa falls & Kaokoland
epupa falls & Kaokoland
Epupa Falls & Kaokoland
Remote Northern Namibia
In the far northwest of Namibia, the Kunene River forms the spectacular Epupa Falls.
The surrounding Kaokoland region offers rugged mountains, remote landscapes, desert-adapted wildlife and opportunities to experience the culture of communities living in the area.
This is a destination for travellers looking to venture further away from Namibia's more established routes.
swakopmund
SANDWICH HARBOUR
skeleton coast
Swakopmund
Where the Desert Meets the Atlantic
Swakopmund is Namibia's coastal adventure town, surrounded by the Namib Desert and Atlantic Ocean.
It is an ideal stop between Sossusvlei and northern Namibia, with activities including desert excursions, Sandwich Harbour trips, quad biking, sandboarding and marine excursions.
The town also offers restaurants, cafés, shops and a relaxed coastal atmosphere.
skeleton coast
SANDWICH HARBOUR
skeleton coast
Skeleton Coast
Remote Wilderness Along the Atlantic
The Skeleton Coast is one of Namibia's most remote regions, where the Namib Desert meets the Atlantic Ocean.
The coastline is known for its dramatic scenery, fog, shipwrecks and Cape fur seals.
The northern Skeleton Coast requires careful planning and is best experienced as part of an appropriately planned itinerary.
SANDWICH HARBOUR
SANDWICH HARBOUR
Sandwich Harbour
Where Giant Dunes Meet the Ocean
Sandwich Harbour is one of Namibia's most spectacular coastal landscapes.
Located south of Walvis Bay, enormous dunes run directly into the Atlantic Ocean, creating an extraordinary 4x4 environment.
Sandwich Harbour is generally visited as a guided 4x4 excursion from the Walvis Bay or Swakopmund area.
Lüderitz & Kolmanskop
Lüderitz & Kolmanskop
Namibia's Atlantic History
Lüderitz combines rugged Atlantic scenery with a distinctive history and architecture.
Nearby Kolmanskop, the abandoned diamond-mining settlement, is one of Namibia's most unusual photographic locations.
The area is particularly worthwhile for travellers exploring southern Namibia or travelling between the Namib Desert and Fish River Canyon.
EXPLORE LÜDERITZ & KOLMANSKOP
HOW WE CAN COMBINE NAMIBIA'S DESTINATIONS
How We Can Combine Namibia's Destinations
One of the advantages of travelling through Namibia is being able to combine very different landscapes within one journey.
A typical route might include:
Windhoek → Sossusvlei → Swakopmund → Damaraland → Etosha
A longer journey could continue towards:
Etosha → Kaokoland → Epupa Falls
Or travel south through:
Windhoek → Kalahari → Fish River Canyon → Lüderitz → Sossusvlei
The best route depends on how much time you have, what you want to see and how you prefer to travel.
We can help you build the route around your priorities rather than trying to fit every destination into one trip.
Which Namibia Destinations Should You Visit?
Wildlife
Start with Etosha National Park and consider adding Damaraland for desert-adapted wildlife.
Desert Landscapes
Visit Sossusvlei, Deadvlei and the surrounding Namib Desert.
Coast & Adventure
Base yourself around Swakopmund and explore the surrounding desert and Sandwich Harbour.
Remote Wilderness
Consider Skeleton Coast, Kaokoland and Epupa Falls.
Southern Namibia
Explore Fish River Canyon, Lüderitz, Kolmanskop and the Kalahari.
Photography
Namibia offers exceptional variety, from Etosha wildlife and Sossusvlei dunes to coastal landscapes and the remote northwest.
Plan Your Namibia Safari Around the Places You Want to See
You don't have to follow a standard itinerary.
Tell us which destinations interest you, how many days you have and whether you prefer a private guided safari or self-drive journey.
We'll help you work out a route that makes sense for your time in Namibia.
PLAN YOUR NAMIBIA SAFARI
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