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Préparer ton voyage : Namibia.

Conseils et connaissances pour ton voyage (Namibia).

Big Five safari in Namibia: These are the best spots

We show you the best places to experience the Big Five in Namibia – whether on your own or on a guided tour with a guide.

Desert elephants in Namibia: These are the best spots

Ready to discover Namibia’s fascinating desert elephants? Find out more about their astonishing adaptations and the challenges they face today.

Spreetshoogte Pass: One of Namibia’s most beautiful panoramic roads

Spreetshoogte Pass offers breathtaking views of the Namib Desert and a spectacular descent.

Namibia's wild horses: Encounter the survival experts of the Namib Desert

Discover Namibia's wild horses: masters of adaptation in the Namib Desert, surviving under extreme conditions. Ready for an adventure?

Swakopmund sights: The 9 most exciting adventures between desert and ocean

Discover Swakopmund’s sights: breathtaking dunes and adventures in the Namib desert. Ready to experience nature?

Filling up in Namibia: costs, tips and service

Ready for unique adventures? Discover everything you need to know about filling up in Namibia – from prices to services at petrol stations.

Namibia camping: The ultimate guide for planning your trip

Ready for the ultimate camping adventure in Namibia? We’ll tell you what you need to know for planning your trip.

Planning a Namibia road trip: The ultimate guide for your perfect desert adventure

Plan your road trip perfectly with insider tips on routes, duration and unforgettable experiences. Are you in?

Namibia entry regulations 2025: Visa requirement for Namibia from 1 April 2025

Find out everything about the current entry regulations including visas, vaccinations and travel documents.

Lions in Etosha: Will we finally get the perfect photo?

We travel to Etosha National Park hoping to find the lions in the park and photograph them in the most beautiful morning light.

Desert lions in Namibia: On safari in the realm of the mysterious big cats

In the north-west of Namibia lives a lion population that has successfully adapted to life in the desert.

Wildlife in Namibia: When and where you can experience it best

Find out which areas are particularly good for watching wildlife in Namibia and when you can see it there at its best.

Driving in deep sand in Namibia: A beginner's guide

We show you how you can drive in deep sand in Namibia. Discover the different gears (H2, H4, L4), find out how to switch between them and learn the right driving techniques for beginners.

Africa’s wildest secret: How to track down animal babies

Experience wild Africa! Find out how you can witness animal births up close and on your own with a hire car.

Wildlife photography for beginners: Discover the fascinating world of nature

On your next trip you want to be prepared to take great wildlife photos. We’ll show you what you need to keep in mind.

Respectful wildlife watching: The 5 best tips for a responsible wildlife trip

Find out how you can enjoy respectful wildlife encounters when you travel. Be part of sustainable tourism and help protect wildlife during your unforgettable adventures.

The last rhinoceroses

Rhinoceroses have lived on Earth for millions of years. Today rhinoceroses are severely threatened by poaching and must be protected.

Namibia as it was 200 years ago

It’s hard to imagine how rich in wildlife Namibia must have been hundreds of years ago. Here you can get an impression of it.

Search for a water source

Elephants not only have an incredibly good memory, they also have the ability to move around as reliably as if they had a navigation system.

Secret of the desert elephants

Desert elephants know exactly where to find water in this dry landscape – no wonder, as it is incredibly important for their survival.

Biodiversity thanks to the Benguela Current

In a fascinating way, the Benguela Current turns the Atlantic off Namibia into one of the most fish-rich waters on our planet.

Surviving in the fog desert

The Namib seems like a hostile place – if you want to survive in the desert, you need some very special strategies.

Hire car without camping equipment

Depending on the region, a different vehicle is recommended. On this page we help you find the hire vehicle that suits you and your route.

Hire car with camping equipment

Depending on the region, a different vehicle with camping equipment is recommended. On this page we help you find the hire vehicle that suits you and your route.

Safari clothing: 5 tried-and-tested tips you should keep in mind

Finding the right safari outfit is not difficult at all. Here you can find our tips so that you have the right clothing for Africa with you.

Wildlife cinema: 6 places to stay with a view of the waterhole

How handy would it be if your place to stay was right next to a waterhole? That way you don’t have far to go and can watch what’s happening around the water all day long.

Watch desert elephants: The 6 most beautiful places to stay as a starting point

In Damaraland you can encounter the rare desert elephant. We have picked out some lovely places to stay from where you can set off in search of these animals.

Sleeping under the open starry sky: The 3 most beautiful places to stay

Here are three places to stay in Namibia where you can sleep directly under the stars.

Etosha camping: Our 8 favourite campsites

You’d like to camp in Etosha? Then we’ll show you the most beautiful campsites inside and outside the park and tell you what you should bear in mind when booking.

Camping lantern – what to look out for when buying

A lantern lets you light up your camp in a cosy way in the evening.

Namibia best time to visit for wildlife watching as a self-driver

Namibia is a destination you can visit all year round. You’ll find out here when the best time for wildlife watching is.

Binoculars for birdwatching: the features you should look out for

In this article we show you what you absolutely need to look out for before buying binoculars for birdwatching.

Namibia national parks: The best places to watch wildlife

The national parks are the highlight of any trip to Namibia, as many different wild animals live there. Tracking them down and watching them is a unique experience that will stay with you for a long time.

Namibia packing list for self-drivers, camping and safari

So you definitely don’t forget anything: find out which equipment, clothing and documents you really need to have with you as a self-driver.

Camping torch: What you should look out for when buying

There’s quite a bit to bear in mind with a camping torch so you don’t end up left in the dark. We share recommendations based on our own experience.

5 things you should never be without on a game drive

In our opinion there are five things you should never be without on a game drive in Botswana. You can find out what they are in this article.

Rhino poaching: a real problem in Africa

Rhino poaching is a real problem in Africa. In this article you can find out more about a rhino that puts a face to it all.

Camping recipes over the campfire

On our journey through Namibia and Botswana we tried lots of tasty camping recipes over the campfire. These are the best!

Safety in Namibia: our experiences

In this article we’d like to share our experiences as well as statistics and facts about safety in Namibia.

Cape Cross: Watch seals on the beach

The seal reserve at Cape Cross is on a stretch of coastline north of Swakopmund. It is well worth a visit, as the number of seals is gigantic.

Walvis Bay: Flamingos off the coast

In the region south of Swakopmund you can see the Walvis Bay flamingos. A spectacle you really should not miss.

SIM card Namibia: making emergency calls

A SIM card in Namibia makes sense so you can make reservations within the country at low cost or reach your loved ones via WhatsApp.

Elephants: 10 facts you didn’t know about these animals

The elephants in Etosha were a very special experience for us. Today we know some facts we didn’t know before.

Etosha’s elephants on our game drive

A dose of adrenaline also pumps through our bodies when a herd of Etosha’s elephants stands right in front of us on the track.

Namibia malaria: is prophylaxis necessary?

In some regions there is an increased malaria risk. In this article we explain which regions these are and what that means for you.

Waterberg Plateau: up close with rhinos on a Rhino Drive

At the Waterberg Wilderness nature reserve you can do a Rhino Drive in the bush as well as game tracking on foot. Here’s what you should know.

The vehicle: Toyota Hilux with roof tent

The Toyota Hilux with roof tent is the perfect car for a trip through southern Africa. Go off-road and still spend the night right in the middle of nature.

Using the right travel adapter with multi-socket extension lead

If you are going on holiday, you should take a travel adapter with a multi-socket extension lead. We explain what you need to look out for in this article.

Buying a SIM card abroad: everything you need to know

If you buy a SIM card abroad, you’ll save on expensive roaming charges. We’ll show you what you really need to look out for when buying one.

Empty bottle in your hand luggage: free water for your flight

If you have an empty bottle in your hand luggage, you can fill it with drinking water free of charge at more and more airports around the world. This saves both the environment and your wallet.

3 tips for saving fees when withdrawing cash abroad

If you’ve ever withdrawn cash abroad, you’ve probably been surprised by hidden fees. We’ll show you how to make sure that doesn’t happen to you.

Google Maps offline maps: Satnav even without mobile reception

If you use Google Maps offline maps, you can navigate even without the internet. We tested it in Namibia.

Pack your rucksack: 5 valuable tips

When it comes to packing your rucksack there are a few tips that have made our travels much more relaxed. We’d love to share these recommendations with you.

Namibia rainy season: What should you expect?

You’d like to travel during Namibia’s rainy season and you’re not sure if it’s a good idea? Here we share our experiences.