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Etosha is Namibia's standout safari destination, known for its diverse landscape, big five and the Etosha Salt Pan at the heart of the park.

In Depth Namibia Private Safari Tour

14 Days From: ZAR 69,270 pp Personal & Comfortable Code: S36

Visit Etosha National Park in combination with other Highlights of Namibia, accompanied by a Private African Sky Guide.

10 Day Northern Namibia Private Tour

10 Days From: ZAR 69,270 pp Personal & Comfortable Code: S43

This private tour includes visits to Swakopmund, Damaraland, and the Etosha National Park, led by an experienced guide.

Highlights of Namibia

9 Days From: ZAR 69,270 pp Luxury Code: S12

From arrival in Windhoek, this safari visits Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, and the famed Etosha National Park.

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Reasons to Visit Etosha National Park

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Wildlife

One of the major drawing cards of Etosha is the rare opportunity to see an abundance of species in close quarters. It is not uncommon to encounter eight species of animals converging around the same waterhole, ceding spectacular sightings. The park also hosts a healthy population of black rhinos, and sightings of lion, elephant, and cheetah offer lasting, thrilling memories.

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Accommodation

The standard rest camp accommodation in Etosha National Park is a much higher standard than rest camp accommodation in South Africa's national parks. You can stay comfortably at a very affordable rate, with breakfast (and dinner, if you wish) included. Ongava and Onguma offer plush lodgings in beautiful settings for those seeking luxury.

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Photography

Etosha's predominantly flat and arid landscape and relatively sparse vegetation mean unobstructed game viewing and fantastic photographic opportunities. Bring your best lenses and capture Africa's animals without the hindrance of thick shrubbery or undulating landscapes. The intermingling of various species around waterholes is also ideal photographic fare.

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Unique Environment

There is no other wilderness area on the continent quite like Etosha – none so open and arid, harsh yet so fertile and bountiful. The vast salt pan, the dolomite hills, the semidesert grasslands. The staggering number of species that eke out an existence here make it an indelibly unique safari destination.

Experiences to be Savored

Etosha National Park's most rewarding experiences are inherently linked to game viewing. From Okaukuejo's prolific waterhole to breathless encounters with unique species, you'll find your safari here unforgettable.

Nighttime at Okaukuejo Waterhole

The famous waterhole at Okaukuejo Camp is mentioned with reverence by Etosha regulars. After sunset, the waterhole is illuminated with floodlights, which makes it possible to observe animals after dark. Black rhinos are frequent visitors amongst a wide variety of nocturnal critters.

Encountering Animals on the Pan

The Etosha salt pan is 120km (75 miles) long. It is flat, starkly white, and dry throughout most of the year. Observing animals on this landscape is an arresting experience, providing a unique tableau for spectacular unobstructed photographic opportunities.

Meeting the Black Desert Rhino

Unlike the devastation experienced in other Southern African countries, Namibia has been largely unaffected by poaching. It currently boasts the largest population of black rhinos worldwide, with the majority thriving in Etosha. You are sure to encounter this prehistoric giant on your game drives.

Etosha National Park, the central safari destination in Namibia, is a testament to the grandeur of nature. Spanning over 22,000 square kilometers, it is one of the largest national parks in Africa, protecting a vast wilderness around the Etosha Pan. The park's size is a reflection of the untamed beauty that awaits visitors, with several luxury lodges and 3 main rest camps scattered across its expansive landscape.

The park is over a century old and has helped conserve a number of vulnerable and endangered species in its rich history as a beacon of conservation in Namibia and the region more broadly. Flamingos and even pelicans gather seasonally on the Etosha Salt Pan, feeding alongside one another on very different prey with their specially adapted beaks. In a typical year, the pan only fills with water for a brief period during the summer months, while the rest of the year, it stands out as a large light grey mass in the park, with few animals treading on its desolate surface or foraging near its boundaries. Every few years or so, the pan floods and fills with water, attracting animals from all over the park for a seasonal feast.

The park consists of several vegetation types, with the ‘veld’ varying wildly from one corner to the other. The rocky hills characteristic of Damaraland are found throughout the southwestern part of the park, while in the east, there are open grassland areas, savanna, and thickets. The endangered Black Rhino is found in exceptionally high numbers in Etosha and is definitely a highlight alongside large numbers of lion, leopard, elephant and other large mammals not part of the big five.

Etosha National Park Private Tours and Safari Packages