Namibia Tourism

Officially known as the Republic of Namibia, the country of Namibia nestles on the southwestern coast of Africa. The country is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean towards the west, and by the Zambezi River on the north side. The name of the country derives from the Namib Desert, which is the oldest desert in the world, and lines Namibia along the Atlantic coast.

The stunning landscape of Namibia is best experienced through your own eyes- the aching beauty of its sheer barrenness, of the fossilized mountains and empty coastlines, must be experienced to be believed. Although sparsely populated, the country is a perfect holiday destination for tourists with a penchant for grandiose landscapes, untouched sand dunes and historic rock carvings.

From the ancient rock carvings at Twyfelfontein to the picture-perfect sand dunes of Sossusvlei, the natural attractions at Namibia promise to take your breath away. For a taste of the country’s natural wealth, you may also choose to add the Etosha National Park and the Skeleton coast in your list of top tourist places in Africa.

While in Namibia, do not forget to visit the salt pans at Walvis Bay. Apart from its whale-spotting opportunities, the Bay offers the unique sight of bright pink lagoons, home to migrant flamingoes throughout the year.

Adventure enthusiasts may also try their hand at dune climbing and camping in the open deserts of Spitzkoppe. To add a zing to your visit, make sure to pose along the Tropic of Capricorn sign here, marking the very spot along which the latitude passes.

Namibia experiences a subtropical desert-type climate, characterized by considerable differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The winter months between May to October generally experience dry weather, while the summer months between November to April experience frequent showers.