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Few countries combine such extreme landscape diversity: from some of the world's oldest deserts to rugged mountain ranges and the wild Atlantic coastline – often within just a few hours' drive of one another. Namibia was one of the first countries in the world to enshrine conservation in its constitution, pioneering a community-conservancy model that sets the standard for sustainable, exclusive safari travel off the beaten path. Exceptionally low light pollution makes Namibia one of the best places on earth for stargazing – a memorable experience that pairs perfectly with an exclusive lodge stay.
- The ideal time to travel is between April and October: during the dry season, you can expect around 10 hours of sunshine daily, pleasant daytime temperatures of 23–27°C, and cool nights of 0–10°C.
- Daily nonstop connections from Frankfurt to Windhoek are available, with an approximate flight time 10.5 hours, usually overnight.
- You can experience Namibia either as a self-drive journey with a rental car, or as part of a private guided tour or small-group trip.
- Namibia is a wonderful standalone destination, and equally ideal to combine with other African destinations such as Botswana and South Africa.
- Namibia is one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world – offering vast landscapes where you'll rarely cross paths with other travelers.
- Few countries combine such extreme landscape diversity: from some of the world's oldest deserts to rugged mountain ranges and the wild Atlantic coastline – often within just a few hours' drive of one another.
- For the more adventurous, the Namibia Safari by Land Rover Experience offers the chance to explore remote gorges and striking dune landscapes up close.
- Namibia was one of the first countries in the world to enshrine conservation in its constitution, pioneering a community-conservancy model that sets the standard for sustainable, exclusive safari travel off the beaten path.
- Exceptionally low light pollution makes Namibia one of the best places on earth for stargazing – a memorable experience that pairs perfectly with a stay at one of the country's exclusive lodges.
Hotel portfolio
Location
Gmunder Lodge
An intimate luxury lodge in Greater Windhoek with just twelve exclusive suites. Inspired by Austria's iconic Gmundner ceramics, it combines distinctive design, farm-to-table fine dining, and an all-embracing experience including game drives, spa treatments, and authentic encounters with Namibia's remarkable landscapes.
Mowani Mountain Camp
A luxury camp among 540-million-year-old rocks in Damaraland near Twyfelfontein – 15 rooms and suites in African village style, with desert-elephant safaris and a view over the Aba-Huab valley.
Onduli Ridge
An exclusive lodge among granite rocks in Damaraland overlooking the Brandberg – six open suites with star beds for sleeping under the night sky, an infinity pool and its own airstrip.
Onguma The Fort
A Moroccan-inspired fort in the Onguma reserve on the eastern edge of Etosha National Park.
andBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge
Twelve suites of glass, rock and steel deep in the Namib Desert – with an in-bed stargazing skylight and a private plunge pool.
Frequently asked questions
The ideal months for a round trip through Namibia fall between April and October. The Namibian winter also marks the dry season, bringing around 10 hours of sunshine a day and pleasant daytime temperatures between 23°C and 27°C.
The ideal length of your trip depends entirely on your personal wishes and preferences. Many shorter guided tours focus on either the northern or southern part of the country and last between 7 and 10 days. For a grand round trip encompassing both the southern Fish River Canyon and Etosha National Park in the north, we recommend allowing at least 14 days.
Namibia offers only a limited number of international flight connections suitable for seamlessly combining a beach holiday. A wonderful alternative is pairing Namibia with South Africa. After an eventful round trip through Namibia's fascinating wilderness, your journey can draw to a close with a few relaxing days on the coast.
The highlights of the north include Etosha National Park, Damaraland, and the Waterberg Plateau. Etosha National Park is home to elephants, lions, rhinos, leopards, and giraffes. Damaraland captivates with its dramatic landscape, while the Waterberg Plateau enchants with breathtaking views and rare wildlife species.
The highlights of the south include Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, the Fish River Canyon, and the NamibRand Nature Reserve. The iconic, rust-red dunes of Sossusvlei are among the highest in the world. The Fish River Canyon is the second-largest canyon on earth, while the NamibRand Nature Reserve is recognised as one of the world's official "Dark Sky Reserves" — a paradise for stargazers.
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