Why You Should Visit Namibia on Your Next Holiday

A land of striking natural beauty, vast deserts and endless horizons, Namibia in Southern Africa has something for everyone, and these are some of the reasons you should plan a visit here.

 Diverse Wildlife

Game drives and safaris in the country provide you with the ideal chance to encounter some of the most well-known wildlife in Africa. You can expect to see everything from cheetahs, elephants, lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest at the Etosha National Park to Cape fur seals at the Skeleton Coast National Park! Those at Windhoek-based hotels in Namibia can plan excursions to the Naankuse Lodge & Wildlife Sanctuary and Daan Viljoen Game Reserve where more animal encounters await.

 Plenty of Attractions

There are lots more attractions in Namibia to enjoy as well. An ideal place to be based in is the capital, at properties like Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino; you can easily visit sites like the Namibia Craft Centre, Christuskirche (Christ Church) and the Independence Museum and end your day by playing at a casino where you can win big! Those heading to Brandberg can head to the White Lady rock painting said to be around 2,000 years old, while the coastal town of Swakopmund and the stunning dunes of Sossusvlei offer more to experience.

 Adventure Activities

If you are after thrilling adventures, Namibia will not disappoint either be it on land, at sea or even in the air! Outdoor enthusiasts can look forward to hiking in places like the Namib-Naukluft National Park, dune boarding near Swakopmund, rock climbing at Spitzkoppe and mountain biking at the Auas Mountains. For something different, you can go surfing at Nordstrand or try skydiving to enjoy an unforgettable aerial view of this mesmerising destination.

 Hospitality & Food

The people of Namibia are friendly and welcoming, and you are sure to feel at home which makes a huge difference for any holiday; you can also look forward to enjoying a rich cultural heritage of which, food plays an important part as well. You can look to savour local favourites such as oshiwambo which is a dish with beef and spinach, potjiekos, a stew-like culinary creation with veggies and meat and mielie pap, a traditional porridge. For more daring foodies, there are fried and crispy Mopane worms which are in fact, large caterpillars!