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Namibia Camping Safaris
Camping is possibly the best way to fully appreciate Namibia’s wild places. Your senses come alive when you spend the night out in nature. You’ll tune into the sounds and smells of the bush, and even the sunrise might appear more magical when you come out of your tent with bird chorus all around. Regular campers know that already, but even if you’ve never camped before, you might want to consider a camping safari in Namibia. After all, you’ll know that all your needs will be taken care of by a team of professionals.
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Best Seller
6-Day Etosha, Coast & Sossusvlei Guided Camping Safari
$1,185 to $1,303 pp (USD)
Namibia: Private tourBudgetCamping & Self Catering Accommodation
You Visit: Windhoek (Start), Etosha NP, Swakopmund (City), Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert), Windhoek (End)
People Tours And Safari
4.8/5 – 72 Reviews
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17-Day Thrilling Adventure in Namibia
$7,260 to $7,480 pp (USD)
Namibia: Private tour
Mid-range Camping & LodgeYou Visit: Windhoek (Start), Mariental (Town), Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert), Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes), Sesriem Canyon (Highlight), Swakopmund (City), Walvis Bay (City), Twyfelfontein (Rock Art), Opuwo (Town), Epupa Falls (Kaokoland), Etosha NP, Eastern Etosha NP, Okonjati GR, Windhoek (End)
Kubwa Five Safaris
4.9/5 – 148 Reviews
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4-Day Etosha Wild Escape Camping Safari
$1,279 to $1,466 pp (USD)
Namibia: Self-driveBudgetCamping
You Visit: Windhoek (Start), Western Etosha NP, Windhoek Airport (End)
Southbound Tours
5.0/5 – 13 Reviews
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3-Day Etosha Explorer Namibia Safari
$770 pp (USD)
Namibia: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Windhoek (Start), Okonjima NR, Eastern Etosha NP, Swakopmund (City), Windhoek (End)
Swahili Paradise Tours & Safaris
4.1/5 – 89 Reviews
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3-Day Deep in Okavango Delta Trail
$1,108 pp (USD)
Botswana, Namibia, South Africa & Zimbabwe: Shared tour (max 8 people per group)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Maun (Start), Okavango River, Maun (End)
Nyala Mobile Safaris
5.0/5 – 2 Reviews
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6-Day Taste of Namibia
$995 to $1,300 pp (USD)
Scheduled Start DatesNamibia: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Guest House
You Visit: Windhoek (Start), Sesriem (Town), Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert), Swakopmund (City), Etosha NP, Windhoek (End)
Indigo Safaris
4.6/5 – 143 Reviews
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14-Day Wild West Namibia Expedition
$8,250 pp (USD)
Namibia: Private tour
Mid-range Camping & LodgeYou Visit: Windhoek (Start), Brandberg Mountain (Rock Art), Twyfelfontein (Rock Art), Palmwag Concession (Damaraland), Purros (Town), Epupa Falls (Kaokoland), Kunene River (Kaokoland), Eastern Etosha NP, Etosha NP, Windhoek (End)
PEA Tours and Safaris
5.0/5 – 14 Reviews
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15-Day Zambia and Namibia Camping Safari
$2,387 pp (USD)
Scheduled Start DatesNamibia & Zambia: Shared tour (max 12 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Guest House
You Visit: Livingstone (Start), Victoria Falls, Zambezi Region, Rundu (City), Etosha NP, Brandberg Mountain (Rock Art), Spitzkoppe (Damaraland), Swakopmund (City), Namib Desert, Windhoek (End)
Sunway Safaris
4.6/5 – 35 Reviews
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3-Day Etosha Guided Camping Safari Experience
$680 to $693 pp (USD)
Namibia: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Windhoek (Start), Etosha NP, Windhoek (End)
People Tours And Safari
4.8/5 – 72 Reviews
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7-Day Northern Namibia Adventurer
$1,530 to $1,774 pp (USD)
Scheduled Start DatesNamibia: Shared tour (max 10 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Hotel
You Visit: Windhoek (Start), Okonjati GR, Etosha NP, Damaraland, Cape Cross (Seals), Swakopmund (City), Windhoek (End)
Indigo Safaris
4.6/5 – 143 Reviews
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9-Day Deep South Namibian Tour
$7,018 pp (USD)
Namibia: Private tour
Mid-range Camping & LodgeYou Visit: Windhoek (Start), Mariental (Town), Fish River Canyon (|Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld TP), Lüderitz (Town), Aus (Town), Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes), Windhoek (City), Hosea Kutako Airport (End)
PEA Tours and Safaris
5.0/5 – 14 Reviews
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14-Day Cape Town to Windhoek - Camping Safari
$2,535 pp (USD)
Scheduled Start DatesNamibia & South Africa: Shared tour (max 12 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Guest House
You Visit: Cape Town (Start), Cederberg (Mountain Range), Orange River, Fish River Canyon (|Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld TP), Namib Desert, Swakopmund (City), Spitzkoppe (Damaraland), Brandberg Mountain (Rock Art), Etosha NP, Windhoek (End)
Sunway Safaris
4.6/5 – 35 Reviews
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9-Day Southern Namibia Camping & Lodging Guided Safari
$4,249 to $4,887 pp (USD)
Namibia: Private tour
Mid-range Camping & LodgeYou Visit: Windhoek (Start), Mariental (Town), Fish River Canyon (|Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld TP), Lüderitz (Town), Aus (Town), Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert), Windhoek (City), Hosea Kutako Airport (End)
People Tours And Safari
4.8/5 – 72 Reviews
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12-Day Classic Namibia Camping Tour
$2,577 to $2,953 pp (USD)
Scheduled Start DatesNamibia: Shared tour (max 10 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Hotel
You Visit: Windhoek (Start), Okonjati GR, Etosha NP, Damaraland, Skeleton Coast NP, Swakopmund (City), Sesriem (Town), Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes), Aus (Town), Kolmanskop (Highlight), Keetmanshoop (City), Windhoek (End)
Indigo Safaris
4.6/5 – 143 Reviews
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12-Day Ultimate Namibian Northeast Adventure
$8,250 pp (USD)
Botswana, Namibia & Zimbabwe: Shared tour (max 20 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Camping & LodgeYou Visit: Windhoek (Start), Waterberg Plateau, Khaudum NP, Mahango GR (Bwabwata NP), Bwabwata NP (Zambezi Region), Nkasa Rupara NP (Zambezi Region), Chobe NP, Victoria Falls (End)
PEA Tours and Safaris
5.0/5 – 14 Reviews
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Best Seller
8-Day Budget Camping Guided Safari
$2,145 to $2,359 pp (USD)
Namibia: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Windhoek (Start), Spitzkoppe (Damaraland), Cape Cross (Seals), Brandberg Mountain (Rock Art), Himba Village (Cultural Village), Etosha NP, Waterberg Plateau, Windhoek (End)
People Tours And Safari
4.8/5 – 72 Reviews
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9-Day Namibia's Best of North and South Safari
$2,102 to $2,461 pp (USD)
Scheduled Start DatesNamibia: Shared tour (max 10 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Lodge
You Visit: Windhoek (Start), Etosha NP, Swakopmund (City), Sesriem (Town), Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert), Aus (Town), Keetmanshoop (City), Windhoek (End)
Indigo Safaris
4.6/5 – 143 Reviews
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9-Day Namibia's Wildlife, Coast and Dunes Safari
$2,129 to $2,461 pp (USD)
Scheduled Start DatesNamibia: Shared tour (max 12 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Hotel
You Visit: Windhoek (Start), Okonjati GR, Etosha NP, Palmwag Concession (Damaraland), Cape Cross (Seals), Swakopmund (City), Sesriem (Town), Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes), Windhoek (End)
Indigo Safaris
4.6/5 – 143 Reviews
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7-Day Southern Namibia Adventurer
$1,526 to $1,770 pp (USD)
Scheduled Start DatesNamibia: Shared tour (max 10 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Hotel
You Visit: Windhoek (Start), Swakopmund (City), Sesriem (Town), Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes), Aus (Town), Kolmanskop (Highlight), Keetmanshoop (City), Windhoek (End)
Indigo Safaris
4.6/5 – 143 Reviews
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3-Day Etosha Express Safari
$498 to $608 pp (USD)
Scheduled Start DatesNamibia: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Swakopmund (Start), Etosha NP, Windhoek (End)
Indigo Safaris
4.6/5 – 143 Reviews
6 Questions About Namibia Camping Safaris
Answered by
Ariadne van Zandbergen
Ariadne is a renowned Africa expert and photographer. She and her husband form a team who write and update many Bradt guides. She also contributes to travel and environmental magazines and tourist brochures. She has visited Namibia several times and hopes to go back sometime soon.› More about Ariadne
6 Questions About Namibia Camping Safaris
What are the pros and cons of a Namibia camping safari?
“Namibia is equally well equipped for camping and lodge safaris, and there are pros and cons to both. If you like getting back to basics, camping is a great choice. It certainly is the most budget-friendly way to get around the country. Many campsites are in excellent locations and, in some cases, offer the only practical or affordable way to stay inside the parks and reserves. This can give you a real advantage in being able to get out on early morning game drives or reach scenic highlights, such as the sand dunes of Sossusvlei, at sunrise. A camping safari is a great adventure and an opportunity to get close to nature. Eating dinner around a fire and sleeping under canvas are experiences you will cherish forever. The bush doesn’t go to sleep when the sun sets. You’ll be amazed at the range of animal noises you’ll hear in your tent at night. However, camping isn’t for everybody. You will be more comfortable when staying in lodges and camps. Luckily, there are plenty of lodge tours available, even for those traveling on a budget. A nice lodge stay can be part of the experience too, and so is the wining and dining offered at most places.”
1What facilities can I expect in the campsites?
“Namibian campsites are usually equipped with ablution blocks (toilets and showers that are mostly communal, but in some cases private) and food-preparation areas. You can usually choose a campsite with or without electricity supply. There is often a small shop selling basics, as well as popular items such as braai packs (a selection of meat to barbeque) and charcoal. Some campsites in park rest camps or on hotel grounds might also offer hotel facilities, such as a restaurant or swimming pool, to campers. Most campgrounds are fenced and child-friendly. Take note though that wilderness and some community campsites have very limited or no facilities at all. These aren’t usually used on standard tours. Namibia is a great country for a camping safari. Due to the dry climate, conditions are usually ideal. There are many campsites spread around the country, especially in all parks and reserves and near established tourist attractions.”
2How much will this safari cost?
“The price of a 7-day camping safari in Namibia starts at about US$1,150 per person. This is only a guideline as there are several factors determining the cost. Namibia camping tours are mostly shared group tours. The group size can influence the price of the tour. Tours aimed at big groups often travel in large trucks. You might be allocated some camp duties, such as pitching your own tent and cooking. Smaller group tours are usually of a higher standard and a bit pricier. Private camping tours are available, but are less popular. Shorter Namibia packages, such as 3-day Etosha National Park or Sossusvlei tours, start at about US$400 per person.”
3Is it possible to do a safari in Namibia where only some nights are spent camping?
“In some cases, a safari itinerary consists of some nights camping and some nights spent in the comfort of a guesthouse, lodge or hotel. This might simply be for logistical reasons. For instance, flight arrival times and road travel often dictate that the first and/or last night of a camping safari is spent in an urban hotel. This can be an enjoyable interlude, offering an opportunity for a good night’s sleep and a bath after a long flight, as well as allowing you to reorganize your luggage. For similar reasons you might want to spend your last night in comfort too. There might be other reasons for mixing it up. Some people like the experience of a few nights camping, but wouldn’t want to spend the whole trip sleeping in a tent. In many cases, however, it is about getting you to stay in the best locations. Where it pays to be inside the park, camping is often the only affordable option. But when visiting towns or other places of interest, a lodge stay is often more convenient. Your tour operator has the experience to put together the best combinations according to your preferences and budget.”
4Is a self-drive camping safari in Namibia recommended?
“If you like a certain degree of independence and you’re not a fan of group tours, a self-drive safari might be perfect for you. Self-drive is a popular option in Namibia. Not only is Namibia a very safe country, but the roads are generally very good and campsites have great facilities. For obvious reasons, self-drive tours are usually more budget-friendly than similar guided private tours. However, while heading out unguided is a great adventure, consider that a guide brings a lot of knowledge and experience to the safari. They tend to be excellent animal spotters too, so your chances of seeing lots of animals are better on a guided trip. Several operators specializing in self-drive safaris can provide you with a reliable vehicle and camping gear (a rooftop tent is very popular). They can help you set up the trip, make all the bookings and offer 24/7 roadside assistance.”
5Is a Namibia camping trip safe?
“Camping in Namibia is very safe. Most campsites are fully fenced, so no dangerous animals can move around the tents. There are snakes and scorpions around, but encounters are extremely rare. It is, however, recommended to keep your tent closed. There are very few insects in the dry environment, and malaria isn’t much of a concern either. It is restricted to the north of the country, and even there, it is only a small to medium risk in the Wet season (November to April). Last but not least, crime against visitors is very rare in Namibia. And if you ever encounter any problems, the friendly Namibian people will be more than happy to help you.”
6Namibia Reviews
Christopher is a British travel writer and has contributed to various Fodor's guidebooks and a range of travel magazines.
Sand, salt pans and stars: Southern Africa’s wild west
With the exception of the verdant Zambezi Region, most of Namibia is comprised of harsh and inhospitable desert, but I’ve always found it staggeringly beautiful. Namibia was the first place I really travelled in Africa; I’ve been back...
Lizzie is a reputed guidebook writer and author of the Footprint guides to South Africa, Namibia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Zimbabwe.
Unspoilt wilderness and unique and stunning landscapes offering a variety of contrasting safari expe
A hauntingly beautiful country that stretches along the west coast of southern Africa, with wide open spaces, big skies and some of the earth's most mystical and vivid sunsets, any visitor is blown away by the way Namibia ‘looks’ –...
Amazing desert colours, the night sky heavy with stars
Mighty nature that grabs you and make you feel as small as any grain of the desert sand. Amazing desert colours and velvet vibe of the sunset touching not only the eyes, but the soul too. The night sky was heavy with stars that seemed to...
Brilliant Contrasts
Our recent journey to Namibia ranked as one of our best international trips. It is a country of great contrasts and scenic beauty, especially for those who appreciate stark features of nature. Namibia is an outstanding destination for...
We experienced a raw, scenic beauty driving through the deserts and wildlife rich regions of Namibia
From entering Namibia at the Orange River, to The Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei, Grootberg, Etosha and Kalahari, we enjoyed unique landscape and wildlife experiences. I can highly recommend Namibia as an incredible country and destination.
Beauty untold
My trip to Namibia was absolutely a fantastic experience from the word go. The tour was well planned and we had an excellent, informative guide. We stayed at really wonderful guestfarms and lodges and the food was really great. Namibia is...