15 Beautiful Photos That Will Make You Want to Visit Namibia

Have you ever been to Namibia? Not many places in the world can compete with its dramatic landscapes, fascinating cultures and seemingly endless horizons. Our hand-picked selection of photos will make you want to visit Namibia for a luxury African safari. Ready, set...go!

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Nothing says Namibia like an oryx wandering along orange dunes. Keep your eyes peeled for these desert-adapted antelopes.

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Deadvlei is a must-visit destination in Namibia. The contrasting colours of the white pans, orange dunes and blue sky create the perfect backdrop for your holiday photos.

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Want to visit Namibia? Your unforgettable safari experience will most likely start and end in Windhoek, the capital city. From museums to German architecture, there's so much to see in the heart of the country.

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Further south, close to the South African border, the Fish River Canyon wows with an ocean of rock formations. Africa's largest – and the world's second-largest – canyon stretches over 160 kilometres in length, 27 kilometres in width and is up to 550 metres deep.

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Let's go on a Namib desert adventure! Explore the NamibRand Nature Reserve on a photographic safari or track wildlife with a safari guide. And as Africa's very first International Dark Sky Reserve, stargazing here is out of this world!

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Namibia… isn't the country a popular safari destination? Yes, you're right, it is! Damaraland offers you a unique wildlife experience. Don't miss out on the chance to see desert-adapted animals such as elephants, lions, rhinos and brown hyenas.

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Namibia's flora and fauna will take your breath away. These sociable weavers' nests are only one of many examples showing how wonderful Mother Nature is.

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What a special sight! If the brown hyena is on your sightings list, you should add the arid Namib and Kalahari deserts to your safari itinerary.

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Water is the source of life. Therefore, watering holes are a great spot to see Africa's famous wildlife. And who doesn't want to visit Namibia to see these incredible desert-adapted lions?

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Namibia is a melting pot of different cultures like the Himba, Herero and Ovambo, to name just a few. Take your time to learn more about the fascinating tribes during your stay in the country.

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Desert, dunes and sand are not the only things Namibia is famous for. Visit the scenic Epupa Falls near Angola's border. Or travel to the Caprivi Strip in the western part of the country for lush greenery and visits to Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia.

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Etosha National Park is often the main reason our guests want to visit Namibia. With over 114 mammal and 340 bird species, the national park deserves its place among the prime safari destinations in southern Africa.

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Where the desert meets the ocean, the Skeleton Coast stretches over 500 kilometres in the country's north. Swakopmund, a charming town, is the ideal place to start your coastal journey.

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Namibia's coastline is also home to the Cape Cross Seal Colony, the largest Cape fur seal colony in the world.

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Kolmanskop is a real gem! Outside of Lüderitz, this abandoned diamond-mining town offers a more adventurous kind of sightseeing. Here you can walk through sand-filled buildings that have been abandoned for more than a century.

Let's Start Planning Your Trip to Namibia 

Now that you've seen how beautiful the country is, don't you want to visit Namibia yourself? Our Travel Experts have visited all the destinations and best lodges. Get in touch with us today and book your tailor-made Namibia itinerary with the World's Leading Safari Company. We look forward to seeing you in Africa!