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Namibia is an excellent destination for anyone who want to go on safari because of its gorgeous wilderness areas, unique desert landscapes and abundant wildlife.
A safari in Namibia that lasts for six days is an excellent opportunity to get a taste of a few of the attractions this beautiful country has to offer.
If you have six days available for a safari in Namibia, you can expect to visit a few of the following attractions, or follow a tight itinerary that combines some of them:
Etosha National Park is one of southern Africa’s most famous safari destinations with its large dry salt pan that forms the centre of the park.
The reserve is home to a large wildlife population including four of the Big Five – there are no buffalos in Etosha.
With lions, elephants, rhino, leopard, and plains animals in abundance, Etosha is a safari destination like few others in the world and especially known for the large herds of animals found around water sources.
Thea areas of Damaraland and Kaokoland in northwest Namibia are famous for its mountainous landscapes alternated with dry savannahs.
Damaraland is known for its Twyfelfontein rock art, the Petrified Forest and other attractions.
The wide range of wildlife including desert-adapted elephants and lions.
Its small population consists mainly of Himba and Herero people, who live in small villages where they survive on a mix of pastoralism and subsistence farming.
The scenery and historic places are the main draw here, although the wildlife present is also impressive.
North of the popular tourist holiday towns, the Namibian coast is known as the Skeleton Coast due to several shipwrecks, while the Dorob National Park is a protected area in Erongo, along the central Namibian coast, with Henties Bay, Swakopmund and Walvis Bay the three popular holiday destinations for locals and foreigners.
It is also favoured by both as a fishing paradise next to being a family holiday destination.
Namib-Naukluft National Park is located in south-western Namibia and houses some of the famous large dunes of the Namib Desert. It is Namibia’s most adaptable conservation area and one of the country’s foremost tourist destinations with the world famous Deadvlei, Sossusvlei and so-called Moon Landscapes the major attractions.
The Fish River canyon in southern Namibia is the largest canyon in Africa, and one of the best-known tourist attractions in the country. The five to seven day hike in the Fish River Canyon is on the bucket list of many avid adventure hikers, while all other travellers find it a stunning place to visit.
It is located near the Ais-Ais Hot Springs, another popular tourist destination and not far from the southern harbour town Lüderitz.
The autumn and winter months between April and October is the best time to go on a safari in Namibia.
This is the dry season, with great weather. The mornings are chilly, but days are still warm and sunny, while the nights are cooler but not too cold.
The dry season is the best time to see animals because there is less vegetation and they also gather around fixed water sources, which makes them easier to find.
While it would theoretically be possible to do a safari from the southern attractions to those in the north or Namibia in five days, it is physically tiring with very little time to enjoy all aspects of the country.
It would be much wiser to choose to go either north or south to include the following:
When you pack for a 6-day safari in Namibia, you should be ready for any kind of weather.
You should bring clothes that are comfy, sturdy, and protect you, like outdoor shirts, shorts, and pants that dry quickly, a hat, and a light rain jacket.
Sun protection is important, so sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat with a wide brim are must-haves. Lastly, a good pair of binoculars and a camera should never be left behind by anyone who has been on a trip before.
If you want to go on a safari in Namibia, the first thing you should do is find a good tour operator and discuss your plans thoroughly.
Make sure you know what you want to get out of your trip. Is it the animals or the scenery that you want to see the most and how many hours a day, on average, you are willing to spend in a vehicle.
Yes, a 6-day safari in Namibia is feasible. Due to vast distances, you will however not have much time to spend at each attraction. You should ideally spend 7 days or more to explore most of the country’s major tourist attractions.
On a six day safari, you will get to experience a variety of wildlife, including some of the famously known African animals such as Elephants, Lions, and Rhinos.
Safaris that are led by experienced tour guides may be better because they are there to ensure your safety and to point out interesting facts about the places visited.
Yes, there are activities that complement the sightseeing element of a safari, such as visits to local museums, hot air balloon rides over the desert landscapes, quad biking and more.
Yes, a safari in Namibia is suitable for all ages – there are activities that everyone can enjoy regardless of their age.
During a Namibian safari, you will be able to stay in a variety of accommodation types, from camping to luxury lodges.
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