Namibia

Ready to adventure into the real Namibia? These blogs are your ultimate, no-fluff guides to planning an epic overland tour in Namibia, taking you deep into the heart of one of Southern Africa's most breathtaking destinations. From the massive, orange dunes of Sossusvlei to the incredible wildlife encounters in Etosha National Park, we have gathered our most authentic routes, honest advice and unbeatable Namibia safari options right here. All designed to give you an unforgettable, real-deal adventure. Stop searching and start planning your dream trip to the desert and beyond!

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The Desert Little Five of Namibia

Sometimes the best things come in small packages… An African safari holds the promise of so many great experiences and sights, especially spotting the Big Five. It’s exciting to spot an African elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard, rhino and lions in…

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BY Faatima Suliman 10 MIN READ

Best things to do in the city of Swakopmund

Here are the five best things to do in Namibia’s coastal city of Swakopmund to get the most out of your visit. Swakopmund is a small, quirky city wedged between dunes of the Namib Desert and the Atlantic Ocean. It…

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BY Megan Abigail White 7 MIN READ

lioness standing next to 4x4 safari vehicle

Overland Tour or Private Safari? Here’s How to Actually Decide

“East Africa or Southern Africa” is one question. “Group overland truck or private 4×4” is a completely different one, and it’s the one I get asked about most often once someone’s already picked a region. I recently sat down with…

Africa’s Big Five: Where and When to See Them on Safari

Spotting the Big Five is hands down the “mane” event on an African safari (haha get it? Big Five pun? Lion’s mane… sigh…) Africa is well known for many things: breathtaking landscapes, tranquil sunsets, epic safaris, to name a few.…

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BY Faatima Suliman 16 MIN READ

Tick Off These 9 Unforgettable Experiences In Namibia

Namibia is one of the most underrated places in all of Africa. It is a unique country: first a German colony, now a host of breathtaking sights. In 1884, it was known as the German South West Africa. It was…

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BY Faatima Suliman 24 MIN READ

tips on how to plan an overland safari to namibia

How New Flight Routes Are Making Namibia Africa’s Most Accessible Safari Destination

Namibia is a bucket-list destination that captures the imagination like few other places on Earth. From the towering red dunes of the Namib Desert to the surreal salt pans and abundant wildlife of Etosha National Park, the landscapes are truly…

Planning Your African Safari: When to Go, Where to Go, and How to Pack

I have the answers to all your safari questions, right here… If waking up to the roar of a lion or watching the rays of a golden sunrise fall over a herd of wildebeest sounds is what you want,…

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BY Faatima Suliman 16 MIN READ

How to visit Etosha National Park on a budget

Etosha is one of the more affordable of Africa’s great safari destinations, and it’s also one of the easiest to visit cheaply without compromising on the quality of the experience — which isn’t something you can say about every park…

Tour Comparisons: Intrepid’s Amazing Southern Africa vs. Nomad’s Cape Town to Victoria Falls (Comfort)

A Trip-by-Trip Comparison of Nomad Tours (Max 12) and Intrepid Travel’s (Max 13) Small Group Cape Town to Victoria Falls Overland Safaris Both of these are flagship Cape Town–to–Victoria Falls routes, both run in a similar small-group, non-camping style, and…