Namibia · Safari destination
Windhoek
Safaris built around Windhoek.
Namibia's compact capital and the starting point for self-drive safaris to Etosha, Sossusvlei and the Skeleton Coast.
Windhoek
Why
Your wild Namibia safari awaits
Namibia is one of the most unique and lesser known safari destinations of Africa. Whilst the Namib desert and famous sand dunes are frequently visited by travellers from across the globe, there are a multitude of incredible experiences in Namibia that provide ample reason to plan a trip solely to this destination, or combine it with your visit to other destinations in Southern Africa.
Namibia is also famous for self drive safaris due to the good road system and relatively small size of the country, self drive and 4x4 enthusiasts have a deep affinity for the sceninc dunes and drives that Namibia offers to those that grace their shores. Short stay fly in safaris are also an option for those that are simply looking for a taste of the destination or are limited on time.
Highlights:
- Hot air ballooning over the Namib desert
- Sossusvlei sand dune exploration
- Quad biking in the namib desert
- Whales, seals and dolphins off the coast
Tailor-made journeys
Trips that include Windhoek.
Most requested · 12 days · Namibia · South Africa
12-Day Rovos Rail Namibia to South Africa Safari
Most meals · All activities
- 9 nights aboard Rovos Rail from Walvis Bay to Pretoria
- 1 night at Etosha Lodge with afternoon and morning game drives
- Visit to the Cheetah Conservation Fund in Otjiwarongo
- 1 night in Sossusvlei with desert drive, bush dinner and Deadvlei
From
R 215 000
per person, complete package
≈ R 430 000 for two · international flights excluded
Most requested · 10 days · Namibia
10 Day Namibia Must-See
Most meals · Most activities · All transfers
- Self-drive route from Windhoek through Damaraland to Sossusvlei
- 1 night at Okapuka Safari Lodge, then 2 at Okonjima Plains Camp
- Guided game drive at Okonjima, home to the AfriCat Foundation
- 2 nights at Mowani Mountain Camp tracking desert-adapted elephant and ancient rock art
From
R 58 210
per person, complete package
≈ R 116 430 for two · international flights excluded
Most requested · 10 days · Namibia
10 day Namibia South (Desert, Canyon and Ocean)
All meals · All transfers
- 2 nights each at Bagatelle Kalahari Ranch and Fish River Lodge
- Hike the rim of Fish River Canyon, Africa's largest canyon
- Track the Namib feral horses from Klein Aus Vista
- 2 nights at Wolwedans Dune Camp in the NamibRand Nature Reserve
From
R 96 720
per person, complete package
≈ R 193 440 for two · international flights excluded
10 days · Namibia
10-Day Namibian Highlights Tour
Most meals · All activities · All transfers
- Overnights at Kalahari Anib, Namib Desert Lodge, The Delight, Damara Mopane and Etosha Safari Camp
- Climb Big Daddy and walk the camelthorns of Dead Vlei at Sossusvlei
- Free day in Swakopmund for kayaking, sandboarding or Walvis Bay excursions
- Twyfelfontein rock engravings, Organ Pipes and a Himba village visit
From
R 63 720
per person, complete package
≈ R 127 440 for two · international flights excluded
4 days · Namibia
4-Day Zannier Omaanda Safari
All meals · All activities · All transfers
- 3 nights at Zannier Omaanda in a one-bedroom luxury hut
- Located within the 9,000-hectare Zannier Reserve by N/a'an ku sê
- Daily conservation drives across the Namibian savannah
- Option to swap a drive for a 60-minute spa treatment
From
R 20 510
per person, complete package
≈ R 41 020 for two · international flights excluded
5 days · Namibia
5-Day Namib Desert Fly-In Safari
Most meals · Most activities · All flights & transfers
- 1 night at The Weinberg in Windhoek before flying into the desert
- 1 night at Desert Hills Lodge on the edge of the Namib
- 2 nights at Wolwedans Dune Camp in the NamibRand Nature Reserve
- Scenic drives, guided walks and a sundowner over the dunes
From
R 85 340
per person, complete package
≈ R 170 690 for two · international flights excluded
7 days · Namibia
7-Day Namibian Desert to Coast Adventure
All meals · All activities · All flights & transfers
- 2 nights each at Kwessi Dunes, Hoanib Valley Camp and Shipwreck Lodge
- Day trip to the blood-red dunes of Sossusvlei
- Stargazing in Africa's first International Dark Sky Reserve
- Track desert-adapted elephant, giraffe, lion and rhino in the Hoanib Valley
From
R 180 210
per person, complete package
≈ R 360 420 for two · international flights excluded
7 days
7-Day Northern Namibian Adventure Tour
Most meals · All activities · All transfers
- 2 nights at The Delight in coastal Swakopmund
- 2 nights at Damara Mopane Lodge with visits to Twyfelfontein rock engravings and the Petrified Forest
- Himba village visit en route to Etosha National Park
- 2 nights at Etosha Safari Camp with afternoon and full-day game drives
From
R 46 460
per person, complete package
≈ R 92 920 for two · international flights excluded
9 days · Namibia
9 Day Diverse Namibia
Most meals · Most activities
- 2 nights at Kulala Adventurer Camp on the red dunes of Sossusvlei
- 2 nights at Hansa Hotel in Swakopmund with optional Walvis Bay catamaran cruise
- 2 nights at Damaraland Camp tracking desert-adapted wildlife near Brandberg Mountain
- 2 nights at Ongava Tented Camp with game drives in Etosha National Park
From
R 113 430
per person, complete package
≈ R 226 870 for two · international flights excluded
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Brochure
Southern Africa Guide
Southern Africa's icons, shaped into one itinerary: Greater Kruger, Victoria Falls, the Okavango Delta and Cape Town.
Where to stay
Lodges in Windhoek.
5 lodges
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LuxOkapuka Safari Lodge
Arrive at your home away from home with Okapuka Safari Lodge in stunning Windhoek, Namibia. Enjoy the vast mountain ranges, exciting wildlife - such as most of the Namibian antelope species, giraffe and the white rhino - while on a sunrise or sunset safari in the African bushveld.
From $1,930 per person · night
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AffordableThe Weinberg
Located in the prestigious suburb of Klein Windhoek, just a 30-minute drive from Hosea Kutako International Airport, The Weinberg Hotel establishes a new standard for luxurious accommodation in the Namibian capital. With 41 rooms, the hotel effortlessly combines old-world charm with contemporary design and cutting-edge amenities, promising guests an unmatched experience in hospitality.
From R 2 830 per person · night
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LuxHabitas Namibia
Journey into the soul of this captivating African country, Habitas Namibia. It is a unique luxury lodge, located in the heart of the Namibian wilderness. Merging sustainable design with local culture. Guests are treated to awe-inspiring landscapes, wildlife encounters, and enveloping cultural experiences
From R 16 450 per person · night
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AffordableThe Olive Exclusive
The Olive Exclusive is an intimate, ultra-luxurious all-suite boutique hotel set in a tranquil corner of Windhoek. Seven individually styled suites reflect Namibia's regions, each with its own lounge, fireplace and private dining area. A polished base for arrivals and departures, with a signature seasonal restaurant and dedicated personal service.
From R 5 780 per person · night
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PremiumZannier Omaanda Lodge
Zannier Omaanda is a 10-hut Owambo-style lodge set within a 22,000-acre private wildlife conservancy half an hour from Windhoek. Thatched huts, an open-air infinity pool and an African-inflected spa pair with private guided safaris run in partnership with the N/a'an ku sê Foundation, tracking rhino, elephant and big cats across central Namibia's bushveld.
From R 11 700 per person · night
Rates per person sharing, per night.
Windhoek
Your guide to Windhoek.
When
Namibia is a great year-round destination, but the best game viewing, especially in the Etosha National Park, is from May to October whenthe weather is clear and dry and wildlife flock to watering holes. From November to April, some days will be humid and rain may follow, often in afternoon thunderstorms. It can be trickier to see animals as they tend to scatter then and not congregate around watering holes.
Traveller tip: Make sure you have adequate sun protection, even in the winter months. So pack a hat and lots of sunblock!
Where
A Modern City with a Rich Heritage
With its location right next to the international airport, Windhoek is a friendly, safe and clean capital city to set up base. Windhoek has a range of high-end hotels, boutique hotels, and small lodges to check-in to before starting out on a Namibia adventure.
Must see: The National Museum of Namibia and St. Mary’s Catholic Church which is still active
Photos from our guests
A traveller's view.
Every photo below was taken by a guest of ours on a recent trip to Windhoek. No stock imagery, no marketing shots. What they saw, on their cameras.
Imagery
Windhoek, in pictures.
Recent travellers
Word from people who have just been to Windhoek.
Quotes pulled directly from Trustpilot. Where we have specific reviews mentioning Windhoek, those come up first. Otherwise these are recent five-star notes from across the trips we have planned.
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Sara Van Coillie to secure top-notch accommodation in Windhoek, and I cannot speak highly enough of her exceptional service. From the very beginning, Sara demonstrated an unwavering commitment to ensuring that every detail was perfect."
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