Leisure activities
Namibia certainly lives up to its reputation as an adventure lover’s dream. Here, simple sightseeing supplies plenty of adrenaline, as does climbing the world’s tallest sand dunes at Sossusvlei, hiking through the immense Fish River Canyon or viewing big game up close at Etosha National Park.
The Namib Desert, the oldest in the world, is reputed to house some of the largest sand dunes on this planet. Come conquer these constantly shifting and powerfully towering beauties by zooming down the sheer slip faces on a traditional Swakopmund sandboard or carve up the dune with style and skill on a snowboard adapted for sand.
Though Namibia is mostly an arid region, the country boasts plenty of reservoirs and rivers many kayaking options are offered at the coast in Walvis Bay where one can explore the lagoon and the popular birdlife. Canoeing is also offered on the Kunene and Okavango rivers as an additional activity from the lodges located next to these rivers.
Camping holidays have become very popular in recent years and offer the traveler an inexpensive alternative to seeing Namibia. The country's weather conditions and the large selection of campsites throughout the country are ideal for the adventurous traveler.
As it should be in a land of such contrasts, Namibia offers an endless variety of safari and tour options to fit any interest or budget. Fly-in, self-drive, take the entire family on an adventure, go with a guide, stay in guesthouses or in campsites along the way – rest assured there exists an itinerary or package perfectly suited to your needs. From game-packed parks to the silence and spectacle of the desert, this incredible country, its landscapes, people and wildlife are waiting.