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Namibia in October

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The dry season continues into October, and parks like Etosha National Park and bordering reserves Ongava and Onguma are excellent places for Namibia wildlife safaris. Herds of animals congregate at the remaining rivers and watering holes, making spotting wildlife easier during walking safaris and game drives.

Weather in October

Sossusvlei dunes | Photo credits: Namib Desert Lodge Gondwana Collection Namibia
October days are typically dry and warm | Photo credits: Namib Desert Lodge Gondwana Collection Namibia

October is typically dry and warm, with rain expected towards the end of the month as the country slowly inches towards the wet summer season. Temperatures also begin to climb with highs of 29 °C/84 °F.

Average Weather in October

Temperature Celsius Fahrenheit Rainfall
Min 15℃59℉0 inches
Max 29℃84℉2.7 inches

National Parks and Reserves to Visit in Namibia During October

Elephant mother with calf, walking in Hoanib desert, Kaokoland, Namibia.
This period is perfect for a desert safari | Photo: Getty

Kaokoland

The dry winter season is the best time for a desert safari in Namibia. Mild temperatures and the lack of rainfall create the ideal environment to explore the surreal landscapes. Kaokoland is a truly remote location for a safari in Namibia, perfect for you if you’re looking for a secluded adventure to immerse yourself in nature and search for unique desert-adapted wildlife.

Ongava Private Game Reserve

Bordering Etosha National Park, Ongava Game Reserve is a fantastic location for a Namibia wildlife safari. A beacon of conservation success, this reserve is known as the Realm of the Rhino – it’s one of the best places to see these incredible creatures in the country. You can also spot another three members of the Big Five: lions, leopards, and elephants.

Onguma Private Game Reserve

October is a good month for a safari in Onguma Private Game Reserve. During walking safaris and game drives (including nighttime excursions), the vegetation has been dried out for months by the time October rolls around, so the landscape doesn’t hide the wildlife. Animals wander freely between Etosha and Onguma, making for excellent sightings during Namibia safaris here.

Activities to Do in Namibia in October

  • Game drives
  • Walking safaris
  • Desert safaris
  • Stargazing
  • Culture safaris

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