Vast deserts, grassy savannahs, rugged mountains and coastal plains – Namibia is a country rich in natural beauty and flush with wildlife. From soaring sand dunes in Sossusvlei to shipwrecked vessels on the Skeleton Coast, its landscapes are truly spectacular. If it's an adventure you're seeking during your Namibia solo travel experience, strap on your hiking boots and head for Damaraland for a walk on the wild side. Whether you're looking to bump across the bush on a 4x4 game drive, get up close and personal with wild animals on a guided walking safari, or head out to sea on a catamaran cruise, Namibia solo travel is an experience that will stay with you for a lifetime. Keep your eyes peeled for big cats roaming around the Okonjima Nature Reserve, home of the Africat Foundation which works so support endangered species conservation and experience a slower pace of life in the laid-back coastal towns where you can sip a local beer before embarking on a whale-watching tour in Walvis Bay or spending some time at Otjiwarongo's flower market?

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An adventurer's paradise, with hiking trails and scenic drives that will leave you simply breathless. Namibia solo travel can combine wildlife safaris with the thrill of riding a dune buggy across the Namib Desert, one of the world's oldest deserts.


Considered by many to be one of Africa's best-kept secrets, the Namib is a desert of mind-boggling beauty, where you’ll truly feel at one with nature. Camp under the stars or sleep in accommodation that offers little more than four walls. Settle into the stillness of the desert as you're surrounded by nothing but the sounds of the night and your own thoughts. Tip the last of the Namib’s sand out of your shoes and watch the landscape change as you head to the expansive Damaraland. Take in the sweeping views of rugged mountains and vast plains as you drive through an area renowned for its spectacular wildlife. From black rhinos and desert-adapted lions to elephants and giraffes, Damaraland is a haven for wildlife lovers. The sightseeing here is something else, too. Marvel at the dramatic landscapes as you explore Sossusvlei (a salt and clay pan surrounded by high red dunes) and nearby Dead Vlei (meaning ‘dead marsh’) with its blackened camel thorn trees that make a striking sight against the white pan floor.


Make sure your camera has plenty of battery as you head onwards to Etosha National Park, one of Africa's largest game reserves. Drive through the park and marvel at animals flocking around waterholes for their morning drink. And for a genuine off-the-beaten-track destination on your Namibia solo travel adventure? Head to the Skeleton Coast. This remote stretch of coastline is known for its spectacular wind-swept dunes and hauntingly beautiful beaches littered with the remains of ships that have been wrecked on its treacherous shores. Kayak along the coast for the best views of the Cape Cross’s 200,000-strong seal colony and observe hair-raising predator-prey interactions.


Whether you’re seeking an all-out adventure or simply want to experience the ultimate solitude, Namibia solo travel promises it all.

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