Namibia is the second least densely populated country in the world after Mongolia. However, despite its emptiness, the country has so much to offer. Indeed, to visit Namibia means to explore Mars-like landscapes, to wonder at abundant wildlife, or to meet local tribes. For all these reasons, Namibia is the ultimate road trip destination.
This article displays 10 breathtaking photos that will inspire you to visit Namibia
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1 – Wonder at abundant wildlife in Etosha National Park
Like the vast majority of travelers visiting Namibia, there is a big chance you will integrate Etosha National Park into your itinerary.
You would be right do so. In fact, this park offers great opportunities for wildlife sightings.
Besides, Etosha is very affordable and possible to visit independently in your own car without a guide. The best time to visit the park is during the dry season (May-October). Indeed, at this season, spotting the animals is much easier as they all gather around a few water holes.
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2 – Visit Namibia to meet the vibrant local tribes
Despite the harsh environment, ancestral tribes learned to live in harmony with their surroundings. Many tribes, especially in the north of the country, kept their centuries-old traditions. While in there, take some time to meet them and learn about their culture.
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3 – Explore the world famous Skeleton Coast
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4 – Visit Namibia to drive in fabulous empty roads
Namibia has so much to offer in terms of landscapes. Indeed, some parts of the country have twisted green roads and dry river passes. While others have sand dunes and reddish mountains. Some even have rugged coast. All in all, the country features amazing scenery for nature lovers.
However, most interesting sightings are off the beaten path. Therefore, we highly recommend to rent a 4×4 to explore Namibia.
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5 – See the largest seals colony in the world
Namibia is a land full of surprises. We had done some research about Cape Cross but no amount of research could have prepared us for that one.
Indeed, nothing can prepare you to walking among tens of thousands of animals. Cape Cross Seals Reserve hosts the largest cape fur seals colony in the world. Up to 200,000 seals concentrated over one beach during breeding season.
Truly this experience was a once in a lifetime one. We had the impression to be living in a dream. It was surreal, as if we were on the “behind the scenes” of a Planet Earth documentary by David Attenborough. The number of seals lying around was simply impossible to process.
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6 – Visit Namibia to camp near scenic landscapes
Are you looking for the perfect remote camp spot to contemplate the stars? Look no more as Spitzkoppe is the perfect place.
From random reddish rugged mountains to the now famous Spitzkoppe Arch, you will definitely be amazed by what this site has to offer.
The connection to nature that you feel when camping here is priceless. In fact, the area is so calm and the skies so clear that you end up wondering whether you can stay there forever.
In broad daylight the place is also amazing. Indeed, the place is really subject to changes in light exposition which makes it great for pictures.
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7 – Visit Namibia to stargaze at clear skies every night
In Namibia, night skies are absolutely out of this world. Indeed, the country has very little light pollution. Thus, you are almost guaranteed to have the clearest skies every night you spend in the country.
You just need to prepare your camera, snacks, firewood and your blankets to enjoy the show.
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8 – Visit Namibia to take the best quad ride of your life
Dune 7 is the highest of the Namib Desert. The dune lays just outside the cities of Walvis Bay and Swakopmund.
In there, we took a quad ride that ended up being the best one I ever had.
Besides, the views of the desert were just out of this world.
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9 – Visit Namibia to see where the Dunes meet the Ocean
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10 – Visit Namibia to see landscapes coming straight from another planet
Namibia has some of the most jaw-dropping landscapes in the world. One of the most emblematic one is Sossusvlei.
In there, red sand dunes meet beautiful canyons and petrified old forests. Truly, the landscapes are so different and mysterious that you get the impression of being on another planet.
No matter how many times you saw it in pictures, the reality is just stunning.
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