With some of the most breathtaking landscapes, scenery, and environments in all of Africa, it’s no wonder that Namibia is one of the most visited nations in Southern Africa. Most people come to enjoy the natural beauty and the rich animal life, but there are also some fascinating cities, villages, and ancient rock art sites to explore.
Namibia is located in the southwestern part of Africa on the Atlantic coast and is surrounded by the countries of Angola, Zambia, Botswana, and South Africa. National parks like Etosha and Namib-Naukluft save the country’s elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos from extinction despite the fact that much of the country is covered in desert.
Most tourists come to Sossusvlei for the enormous red sand dunes and striking dead trees, but also to view some amazing wildlife up close. The mesmerising Fish River Canyon, the world’s second-largest, is just as impressive in its size, grandeur, and beauty as the photogenic landscapes and colours here.
The Skeleton Coast, so named for the many shipwrecks that dot its shores, and Spitzkoppe, sometimes known as the “Matterhorn of Namibia,” are other famous tourist destinations in this sun-baked country. The biologically diverse Waterberg Plateau Park is a must-see for nature lovers, and Cape Cross, where a massive colony of fur seals makes its home, is a must-see for wildlife enthusiasts.
Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, is home to a number of interesting historical and cultural structures worth seeing if you find yourself in the city before venturing out to explore the country’s many natural attractions. Walvis Bay is where locals and visitors go to relax, enjoy watersports, and take amazing scenic cruises up and down the coast, whilst Luderitz and Swakopmund are home to some beautiful structures and churches from the time of German colonial rule.
