When to go
The best time for a safari in Kenya is one of the dry seasons, between June and October as well as January and February. The famous wildebeest herds are in the Maasai Mara in September and October.
Travel to
Namibia
Tucked away in the south-western corner of Africa, Namibia has some of the most stunning landscapes in Africa - driving the lone roads it is the amazing arid rock formations and desert sands that will stay with you forever. The Fish River Canyon, also known as the Grand Canyon of Africa, the red sands of some of the highest dunes in the world at Sossusvlei; the salt pans at Etosha; it is hard to know where to begin. Add to those the unique wildlife like desert rhino, elephants and oryx and you have a destination that is hard to beat.
When
Best time to go to
Namibia
Places
Best places to go in
Namibia
Experiences
Key experiences in
Namibia
Itineraries
Best tours in
Namibia
Best time to Travel to
Namibia
Tucked away in the south-western corner of Africa, Namibia has some of the most stunning landscapes in Africa - driving the lone roads it is the amazing arid rock formations and desert sands that will stay with you forever. The Fish River Canyon, also known as the Grand Canyon of Africa, the red sands of some of the highest dunes in the world at Sossusvlei; the salt pans at Etosha; it is hard to know where to begin. Add to those the unique wildlife like desert rhino, elephants and oryx and you have a destination that is hard to beat.
Must-See Places in
Namibia
Signature Experiences in
Namibia
Sossusvlei
Huge red sand dunes tower above this shallow pan in the Namib Desert. Hike to the top and enjoy the stupendous views.
Fish River Canyon
Also dubbed the Grand Canyon of Africa, this imposing gorge is one of Africa's premier natural wonders.
Swakopmund
Started by the Germans, the town retains a true Teutonic feel. Stay a while and enjoy some of the adventure activities on offer.
Skeleton Coast
About as remote as one can get on our planet, the Skeleton Coast is an otherworldly desert, extremely scenic and littered by shipwrecks.
Damaraland
Between the Skeleton Coast and the interior plateau lies this land of seasonal rivers and springs, spectacular cliffs and rocks, home to desert elephant and rhino.
Etosha National Park
Centered on a series of salt pans, Etosha is Namibia's premier wildlife viewing area. Watch from the safety of your vehicle, or sit at night by a floodlit waterhole.
Game Drives
The best way to see wildlife is from your vehicle, driven by your guide who will explain everything there is to know about the animals you encounter.
Waterhole at night
Unique in Africa, the floodlit waterholes in Etosha allow you to sit back and enjoy whatever comes down for a drink at night.
Hike up Sossusvlei
It is two steps forward and one step back, but once you make it to the top of the towering dunes at Sossusvlei, the view is like no other on earth.
Tribal visits
Visit the Himba or San (Bushmen) in their settlements and learn about their way of life, uniquely adapted to this dry land.
Balloon ride
If there is one place on earth one should do a balloon ride, it is over the red sands of Sossusvlei.
Desert safari
Travel the wilds of Damaraland on the look out for rare and unique wildlife such as desert elephants and black rhino.
Adventures in Swakopmund
From deep-sea fishing to quad biking, Swakopmund is Namibia's adventure capital.
Suggested Tours
East African Wildlife Safari
Tour code: FEAW
Why we love this trip: Our best-selling safari visiting all major game parks in Kenya and Tanzania
Places visited: Nairobi, Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Lake Victoria, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Amboseli.
Signature Experiences: Lots of game drives, Great Migration, village visit, canoe trip, optional balloon safari
Length: 14 days
Accommodation: Safari lodges & luxury tented camps
Included meals: breakfast in Nairobi, all meals while on safari
Transport: Minivan & 4x4 Landcruiser
Departures: Set small-group dates and daily private departures
Customizable? Yes, price on request
Price: Small group departures priced from $3995(low season) - $5280(high season)
Kenya Wildlife Safari
Tour code: FKWS
Why we love this trip: This popular safari visits all major game parks in Kenya
Places visited: Nairobi, Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara
Signature Experiences: Lots of game drives, Great Migration, village visit, optional balloon safari
Length: 8 days
Accommodation: Safari lodges & luxury tented camps
Included meals: breakfast in Nairobi, all meals while on safari
Transport: Minivan
Departures: Set small-group dates and daily private departures
Customizable? Yes, price on request
Price: Small group departures priced from $1995 (low season) - $2781(high season)
Gorillas & Maasai Mara
Tour code: EWYU
Why we love this trip: This popular safari visits major game parks in Kenya and offers gorilla tracking
Places visited: Nairobi, Lakes Naivasha & Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Jinja, Lake Bunyonyi, Volcanoes NP, Kigali
Signature Experiences: game drives, Great Migration, village visit, optional balloon safari, rafting, gorilla trek
Length: 16 days
Accommodation: full service camping in campsites, permanent tented camps, hotels
Included meals: 15 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 13 dinners
Transport: overland vehicle
Departures: set small-group dates
Customizable? Yes, we can tailor this in lodges and hotels - price on request
Price: Small group departures priced from $3910