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At every point in Namibia, travelers are torn between spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife.

Namibia has already become popular with travelers from all over the world, who often classify the country as "Africa for beginners". All because Namibia offers tourism that is easy, safe, cheap and full of beautiful attractions. This without losing the characteristic cultural traits of the country. Traveling to Namibia does not require a lot of experience from the traveler and is an excellent opportunity to get in touch with the beauties of the African continent. The country, which became independent only in the 90s, invests more and more in tourism every day and has become one of the favorite and most popular destinations for travelers seeking natural beauty and wildlife. All in the middle of one of the territories with the lowest population density in the world, but with the greatest intensity of beauty.

Those traveling to Namibia can invest in itineraries from three to thirty days. The country is a good destination both for those who want a quick trip and for those who seek total immersion in nature. The important thing is to keep in mind that Namibia offers a wide variety of attractions and the scenery is always surprising. So the longer the better! A week will be enough to get to know the main attractions, such as the Namib Desert in Sossusvlei, the Etosha National Park and even stop by the coastal towns of Swakopmund and Walvis Bay. But with a few extra days, you'll see the Kalahari Desert, the Fish River Canyon, the port region of Luderitz, the ghost town of Kolmanskop and the rocky landscapes of Damaraland and the Waterberg, as well as the inhospitable Skeleton Coast Park.

The entire trip will be accompanied by excellent lodges or campsites, fully integrated into nature, where you can set up your own tent or sleep in 4x4 vehicles with attached tents. It's part of the adventure! For those who don't have time to prepare the trip, it is still possible to hire safaris at excellent prices, which already offer all organized tours and the only work will be to enjoy. There is Namibia for all tastes and types of travellers; from the most independent to the most involved.

Going to Namibia is a delicious challenge for those who love travel. The large size of the country makes it irresistible and impossible not to visit several regions. The attractions are scattered throughout the territory and the trip will be one that requires organization, a lot of research and patience to put together an itinerary that adapts to the days, money and desires of each one. Keep in mind that the trip to Namibia can last from three days to a month, depending on your interest, which attractions you would like to visit and how long you intend to enjoy each one of them. Running does not suit Namibia. Traveling across the country requires calm and hundreds of kilometers of moving roads. Take your time and enjoy every second of this unforgettable trip!

The first step before traveling to Namibia will be defining when you want to visit the country. Between high and low season, there are significant differences in climate, prices and number of visitors. To make sure you travel at the time that best suits your plans, see when to go to Namibia.

Decided on the period of the trip, you can choose between spending the days in the country with a safari or on a self drive. The safari is nothing more than a group tour, in which everything is already organized and pre-defined. In the self drive, you will be the driver and responsible for the entire trip, but it is also possible to hire a service that will offer you a ready-made itinerary, all the accommodation booked and you will only have to follow the route. A fundamental point for those who choose a safari is to match the departure date with the departure of one of the safaris.

Some attractions in Namibia can be visited quickly and are good points of passage during the trip, others require two or three days to be enjoyed calmly. Distances of more than 500 km are not recommended to be covered in the same day and the ideal is to find a point of interest halfway through to rest. It is also important to take into account the opening hours of the parks and attractions, so as not to arrive after the doors close or miss a game drive that would only happen in the early morning. When assembling the itinerary, be aware of the places that require at least a whole day (that is, waking up there) to be visited, such as: Sossusvlei, Etosha National Park, Fish River Canyon, Waterberg Plateau Park, Damaraland and neighboring Swakopmund and Walvis Bay.

Etosha National Park is Namibia's top destination for wildlife viewing. There are more than 22,000 km² of area where lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, black and white rhinos, giraffes, zebras, kudus, oryxes, hyenas and, in abundance, the friendly spingboks and steenboks, in addition to other dozens of animals, including many birds. Considered a Namibian National Park, Etosha is a large protected area free of hunters, where animals can roam freely and have a healthy and true natural habitat.

What to do in Etosha

Etosha National Park is a destination for those who want to see many animals free in the wild. The park is a huge reserve where the animals live freely and their behavior is not subject to human interference. In Etosha, it is possible to find four of the Big Five, considered the five most difficult large mammals to be hunted by man. Lions, elephants, leopards and rhinos can be seen during a walk just a few meters from the car. And it's hard to hide the emotion when you come across one of them.

Visitors' day at Etosha is dedicated to finding animals amidst the immensity of the park. The tours can take place either in a self-drive scheme — in which the tourist drives his own car — or in a game drive system — in which visitors follow a guided tour in an open car of the park itself.

Self drives are the option for most visitors. Circulating around Etosha in your own car has no extra cost and is quite easy, in addition, the itineraries to be covered and the time to stop to observe each of the animals is free. Those who do the self drive must respect the opening and closing times of Etosha, being prohibited to circulate between sunset and sunrise. In addition to the more restricted schedule, another disadvantage is that, often, the low car and the lack of experience in looking for animals make the tour not so profitable.

On the game drive, the visitor will travel in the park's own car, with pre-established departure and arrival times and a route to be defined by the guide. The biggest advantages of the game drive in Etosha are the experience of the guide to find animals, the height and structure of the car that facilitates the visualization of the animals and the exclusive tour hours, in which only the official cars of the park can circulate, like after the dusk and before dawn. The downside of the game drive is the price. A three-hour tour costs between NAD 550 and NAD 660, depending on the time you choose. However, only with the game drive it is possible to circulate through the park at night. To make a game drive, you need to make a reservation at the lodge reception. The tour departs with a minimum of two people. In low season, it's easy to get a spot, but in high season it's important to book as soon as you arrive at the lodge. It is not allowed to schedule before arriving at the park.

In addition to the tours to see the animals, those who stay inside the Etosha facilities can enjoy swimming pools, restaurants and waterholes on the edge of the lodges and campsites. So, even without taking a car ride, you can enjoy and see the animals around the water portions. Some waterholes even offer bleachers, such as Halali and Okaukuejo. Silence and patience are essential. A large animal can appear at any moment to drink water and put on a show for guests who observe from afar.

Going to Namibia means traveling hundreds of kilometers to discover different regions of the country. And at each point of the trip it will be necessary to choose a different accommodation. It's no use thinking that in Namibia it will be possible to have a base in just one city and from there go to various attractions. Forget and detach from hotels. Get ready for a research marathon in search of the perfect lodges and campsites to explore the most beautiful landscapes in the country. With the good news that prices are great and there are options for all budgets and comfort levels required by travelers.

Namibia is a country focused on tourism and there is a good offer of accommodation in its most visited regions. The main options for those who are going to spend a few days traveling are lodges and campsites. The country offers good infrastructure and the quality of the places that receive travelers for a night's rest is even surprising. The task of organizing the itinerary and choosing accommodation may not be easy, but it is certainly very pleasant! Those who don't have the time or inclination to look for lodges and campsites can hire an all-inclusive safari or even a self-drive with a pre-arranged itinerary. However, even if a company does all the booking, you will have to decide whether you want to stay in a lodge or enjoy the camping experience.

Although campsites offer really wonderful and exciting experiences, there are those who don't give up sleeping in a good bed and having the comfort of a room to spend the night. For these travellers, Namibia reserves wonderful surprises! The country is full of charming lodges and many of them combine comfort with the rustic that blends in with the local landscape. If you take the line that you don't envision camping at all, don't worry. There is no shortage of options for lodges across the country.

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