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Namibia tours & holidays

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As the world leader in travel experiences since 1947, we connect you to the real Namibia in a way like no other. There are few places as soul-stirring as Namibia. It’s an enchanting land of endless horizons, where the Fish River Canyon, Africa’s largest canyon, meets the Namib Desert, the world’s oldest desert. When you visit Namibia with Trafalgar, you’ll climb some of the highest sand dunes in Sossusvlei, and see the twinkling stars of one of the clearest night skies on earth. You’ll meet members of the OvaHimba tribe, the last semi-nomadic people of Namibia, and taste traditional vetkoek in Swakopmund. We’ll take you to the haunting shipwrecks on the Skeleton Coast, the Quiver Trees of the Kalahari Desert, and the glittering Etosha salt pan, Africa’s largest salt pan that’s visible from space. It’s set within Etosha National Park, a spectacular wilderness with remarkable populations of cheetah, black rhino and more. In a country where there’s more wild animals than people, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped onto another planet in Namibia. Travel with us and unlock the infinite possibilities thanks to our exclusive Trafalgar Highlights.

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Dead trees of Deadvlei on desert at sunrise in Namibia

Namibia at a glance

An enchanting land of endless horizons, Namibia is home to Fish River Canyon, the clear skies of Namib Desert and the red dunes of Sossusvlei. Join your expert Trafalgar Travel Director and see Africa's largest salt pan, Big Five widlife in Etosha and the haunting shipwrecks on the Skeleton Coast.

Currency

Namibian dollar

Capital City

Windhoek

Winter avg

32°C

Language

German, English

Summer avg

26°C

Good morning

Guten Morgen

Time Zone

GMT+2

Good evening

Guten Abend

"With the world's biggest sand dunes, oldest desert, clearest night skies, ancient cultures and more wild animals than people, Namibia is truly extraordinary."

Travel Director

Our top 5 things to do in Namibia

We’ll show you all the best things to do in Namibia, from climbing the ancient dunes of Sossusvlei, to seeing Etosha’s wildlife and exploring the depths of Fish River Canyon.

Best museums in Namibia

Our Namibia travel experiences take you to the country’s fantastic museums, from the history of Namibia’s struggle for independence, to the Owela Museum, where you can play traditional games with locals.

Best Food in Namibia

Our Namibia holiday packages reveal the delicious cuisine of Namibia, from barbecued game and hearty stews, to warm and doughy fat cakes.

What to pack for Namibia

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Pack for sustainable travel
Consider your environmental impact when you next take a trip and go single-use-plastic-free by packing a reusable water bottle, a steel straw, your own shopping bags and refillable toiletry bottles.


Binoculars
Pack your binoculars for wildlife spotting in the Etosha National Park, and for stargazing in some of the clearest and darkest night skies in the world.


Sunscreen & sunglasses
Namibia is located close to the equator, and you’ll need to protect your skin and eyes from the harsh sun, with UV protected sunglasses and SPF 30 sunscreen or higher.


Adaptor plug
In Namibia, the standard voltage is 220 V and the power plugs and sockets are of type D and M. The standard frequency is 50 Hz.


Scarf
A scarf is one of the most useful items to pack for your Namibia trip. It protects you from the sun and keeps the desert sand out of your face.


Versatile clothing
The environment in Namibia ranges from the scorching plains to chilly nights in the desert. Pack a variety of layers so you can easily transition between climates.

Other things to know before you go

Depending on your nationality, you'll need a valid passport and may also need visas to enter. Please check this on our Frequently Asked Questions page, well in advance of your trip departure date. Some countries also require passports to have 3-6 months left on them before the given expiry date, so be sure to double check this before booking your travels.

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