Namibia — where the world’s oldest desert meets the ocean

May to October is generally the best time to visit, with clear skies, comfortable temperatures and excellent wildlife viewing as animals gather around Etosha’s waterholes.
June, July and August are especially rewarding for safari, while Sossusvlei can be visited year-round. The hottest months in the interior are typically from November to January, when temperatures can become intense.
Namibia is at its most comfortable and accessible during the dry season.

We recommend a minimum of 9–11 nights to combine the country’s three key regions: around 3 nights in Sossusvlei, 2–3 nights in Damaraland and 3 nights in Etosha.
If you would like to add the Skeleton Coast, allow another 2–3 nights.
Namibia is a vast country, and travelling at a slower pace makes a significant difference to the experience.

Deadvlei is a white clay pan within Namib-Naukluft National Park, surrounded by some of the world’s highest dunes.
Its ancient camel-thorn trees died centuries ago after shifting dunes cut them off from the water supply. Their dark, skeletal forms against the white clay, red dunes and deep blue sky have made Deadvlei one of the most photographed landscapes in Africa.

Namibia is renowned for wildlife that has adapted to some of the continent’s harshest environments.
Desert-adapted elephants roam across vast dry riverbeds in the northwest, while desert lions survive in arid landscapes stretching towards the Skeleton Coast. Namibia is also one of the best places in Africa to track free-ranging black rhino in remote wilderness areas.
What makes these encounters so special is not that the species are unique to Namibia, but the landscapes and conditions in which they live.

Yes. Namibia is one of the best countries in Africa for self-drive travel, thanks to its well-marked roads, low traffic levels and excellent tourism infrastructure.
For a luxury journey, however, we often combine exceptional private lodges with light-aircraft transfers between regions. This avoids long driving days and allows you to spend more time experiencing each destination.
Some of the most remote areas of the Skeleton Coast are best accessed by air.

Absolutely. Namibia and Botswana complement each other beautifully: Namibia’s vast desert landscapes contrast with the waterways and wildlife of the Okavango Delta.
South Africa is another natural combination. Sossusvlei and Etosha pair particularly well with Cape Town or Sabi Sand, creating a journey that brings together desert landscapes, classic safari and one of Africa’s most cosmopolitan cities.

Entry requirements depend on your nationality, and Namibia’s visa rules have changed in recent years.
Some travellers can enter visa-free, while others may require a visa or visa on arrival. As part of your journey planning, Siente África will confirm the latest requirements for your passport and advise you on the correct process before you travel.