8 Best Namibia Desert Safaris for 2025/2026

Namibia Safari Tours: What to Expect

This southern African nation is where the desert meets the ocean – it’s a land of surreal desert landscapes and massive red dunes. Dead trees reach their withered branches to the bright blue sky in Deadvlei, creating a haven for photographers. The Namibian desert is a destination for deep reflection and connection to nature.

With fewer tourists, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Namibia’s landscapes and go on game drives without crowds of tourists that often accompany more popular safari destinations in Africa. A lesser-explored adventure, Namibia safari trips can include climbing up some of the tallest dunes in the world, absorbing the healing benefits of hotsprings, and wildlife sightings of unique desert-adapted animals.

A Namibia luxury safari can take you to Etosha National Park, a wilderness where four of the Big Five roam, with just buffaloes being abscent. Birders won’t be disappointed – the over 300 species of birds found here include exciting birds of prey as well as migrants from Europe and Asia. Etosha is also an important breeding ground for flamingos, further making birdwatching in Namibia a thrilling experience for twitchers.

Go on a Big Five safari in Namibia, engage with and learn from the indigenous peoples during cultural encounters, and be entranced by the surreal desert views and sheer number of stars above you – all of this and more can be experienced during a Namibia safari.

Your safari in Namibia can be tailored to suit your idea of what a holiday in the African wilderness should look like. Contact our team of safari planners today to start planning your dream trip to Namibia.