Namibia holiday
Travel tips, best time to visit & highlights for your Namibia holiday in Africa
Namibia is the land of endless space: The rust-colored dunes of Sossusvlei are among the highest in the world, the Etosha National Park offers fantastic self-drive safaris, and the Skeleton Coast is eerily beautiful. Namibia is sparsely populated, safe, well-organized, and thanks to its German colonial history, surprisingly familiar in parts.
Capital
Windhoek
Language
English, Afrikaans, German
Currency
Namibia Dollar (NAD)
Time zone
UTC+2
Flight time from DE
approx. 10–11 hours
Entry requirements
Passport, 90 days visa-free
Deals for Namibia:
Which hotels in Namibia are recommended?
Selected hotels and holiday accommodations in Namibia — with images, reviews, and direct booking links with our partners.
Le Mirage Desert Lodge & Spa
Sesriem, Namibia
Safari Court Hotel
Windhoek, Namibia
Heinitzburg Boutique Hotel
Windhoek, Namibia
Mokuti Etosha Lodge
Tsumeb, Namibia
Capbon Gästehaus
Windhoek, Namibia
Divava Okavango Lodge & Spa
Divundu, Namibia
Hilton Windhoek
Windhoek, Namibia
The Delight
Swakopmund, Namibia
What are the highlights of Namibia?
The best-known highlights of Namibia include Sossusvlei, Etosha National Park, Skeleton Coast, Fish River Canyon, Swakopmund.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Sossusvlei
Up to 300m high orange-red sand dunes – Dune 45 at sunrise is unforgettable.
Etosha National Park
Huge salt pan with waterholes where elephants, lions, and rhinos drink.
Skeleton Coast
Shipwrecks, seal colonies, and foggy desert by the Atlantic – surreal and lonely.
Fish River Canyon
The second largest canyon in the world (160 km long) – hike possible in 5 days.
Swakopmund
German colonial town by the sea: breweries, adventure activities, and colonial architecture.
Hotels in Namibia
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Reiseversicherung abschließen
Rundum-Schutz ab 9,90 € auf TravelSecure.de
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Namibia?
The best time to visit Namibia is May–October (dry season, best safari). In summer: 25–35°C. In winter: 10–25°C.
Recommended travel time
May–October (dry season, best safari)
Summer
25–35°C
Winter
10–25°C
How much does a holiday in Namibia cost?
A holiday in Namibia costs roughly 50–80€ per person per day (excluding flights) on a budget, 80–150€ mid-range and 150–400€ for luxury travel.
Average cost per person per day (excluding flight)
Budget
50–80€
Hostel, street food, public transport
Mid-range
80–150€
Hotel, restaurant, excursions
Luxury
150–400€
Boutique hotel, fine dining
How long is the flight from Germany to Namibia?
From Germany you reach Namibia in approx. 10–11 hours.
What travel tips are there for Namibia?
Insider knowledge to make your holiday better.
Self-drive safari is very possible in Namibia – good roads and signage
4x4 vehicle with rooftop tent is the classic way to travel Namibia
German is partially spoken in Swakopmund – surprise!
The starry sky in the Namib Desert is among the clearest in the world
Water is precious – use it sparingly, especially in the desert
What do people eat in Namibia?
Typical dishes in Namibia are Biltong, Potjiekos, Kapana, Braai, Mieliepap, Windhoek Lager.
These dishes you must try!
Which regions and places in Namibia are worth visiting?
4 regions, cities and highlights in Namibia
National parks
Fish River Canyon
The Fish River Canyon in southern Namibia is the second largest canyon in the world and a natural wonder of immense beauty. Over 160 km long, up to 27 km wide, and 550 m deep, the …
Sossusvlei
Sossusvlei in the Namib-Naukluft National Park is home to the highest sand dunes in the world — some over 300 meters high — in colors ranging from bright orange to deep red. The …
Cities
Swakopmund
Swakopmund is Namibia's most charming coastal town — a surreal place where the oldest desert in the world meets the cold Atlantic Ocean, and German colonial architecture, …
Windhoek
Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, is located at 1,650 meters in the central highlands and surprises as one of the cleanest and safest capitals in Africa. The city combines German …
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How do I plan a holiday in Namibia?
Namibia is one of the most popular travel destinations in Africa, offering Nature, Safari, Desert and much more. The best time to visit Namibia is May–October (dry season, best safari), when the weather is ideal for exploration and relaxation. With a daily budget starting from 50–80€ (Budget) to 150–400€ (Luxury), Namibia is suitable for various travel budgets.
From the capital Windhoek, Namibia can be excellently explored. The official language is English, Afrikaans, German, and the currency is Namibia Dollar (NAD). From Germany, you can reach Namibia in approx. 10–11 hours. Whether you want to try culinary highlights like Biltong, Potjiekos, Kapana, visit top attractions, or simply enjoy the atmosphere: Namibia has something for every type of traveller.
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