The 15 Best Safaris in Windhoek

1.6-Day Dunes and Wildlife Accommodated Safari from Windhoek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 123 reviews · from $2,127Our pick

Review a six-day Namibia safari from Windhoek, with Etosha wildlife, Skeleton Coast, Sossusvlei dunes, cheetahs, meals, and lodging.

“This is a great tour and a perfect way if you want to see some major Namibian attractions without doing a self-drive tour or without spending multiple weeks in the country. I went on this tour in early July 2024 and had an amazing time. I was sRead more”

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2.12 Day Classic Namibia Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $3,071

Review of a 12-day Namibia camping safari covering Etosha, Himba culture, Skeleton Coast, Sossusvlei, Kolmanskop, and Fish River Canyon.

“Had an awesome time! The itinerary was great with the dunes hike, Etosha, and Kolmanskop being the highlights. Tulimo and Gregory were excellent guides (and chefs!). Fully recommended this excursion for anyone looking to tour around Namibia.”

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3.3 Day Sossusvlei Budget Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $632

Review of a 3-day budget camping safari from Windhoek to Sossusvlei, with sunrise dunes, Deadvlei, Sesriem Canyon, meals, and Swakopmund drop-off.

“I recently had a good camping experience. The location was stunning, with breathtaking views, especially after trekking two dunes, including the iconic Big Daddy. The hikes were challenging but incredibly rewarding, offering panoramic vistas Read more”

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4.6 Day Sand, Sea & Etosha Budget Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $1,355

Explore Namibia on a six-day budget safari with Sossusvlei dunes, Swakopmund, Etosha wildlife, camping, and small-group travel.

“As someone who has never camped I was a little nervous, I shouldn’t have been. Raymond our guide is simply excellent at his job and made us feel very comfortable. Nothing felt budget. He showed us how to put up the tents which is super qRead more”

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5.7 Day Southern Namibia and Sossusvlei Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $1,846

Review of a 7-day Namibia camping safari from Windhoek, covering Sossusvlei, Kolmanskop, Fish River Canyon, meals, costs, and practical tips.

“The trip was amazing. Our guide was Erastus and the chef Bronihel. They were professional. The meals were healthy and nutritious and DELICIOUS!. Erastus was informative and great. The camping was such fun. Loved every second of the trip. They are an assest to Chameleon. Keen on another with Erastus and Broni.”

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6.9 Day Canyons, Dunes & Wildlife Camping and Lodge Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $2,568

Review of Namibia’s 9-day camping and lodge safari, covering Etosha, Sossusvlei, Fish River Canyon, Kolmanskop, meals, value, and practical tips.

“Our 9-day safari through Namibia was an incredible experience, offering an unforgettable journey of some of Namibia’s most iconic landscapes and wildlife. We were amazed by the different landscapes and beauty of the country and the frieRead more”

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7.9 Day Etosha, Skeleton Coast and Sossusvlei Camping and Lodge Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $2,568

Nine days of Etosha wildlife, Himba culture, Skeleton Coast seals, Swakopmund fun, and Sossusvlei dunes with camping and lodges.

“I had a fantastic trip with Raymond, Smithley and Gregory. The food was very nice, Smithley was a great Chef. Logistically it was very easy and I enjoyed every day very much and experienced many pleasant surprises. Lekker job Guys, fantastic holiday 🙏.”

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8.Okapuka Safari Lodge Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 20 reviews · 1 day · from $170Best value

Review of Okapuka Safari Lodge near Windhoek, with wildlife, costs, timing, guide quality, comfort, and practical booking advice.

“Everything went really well. The Guide Presley was awesome. The Tour was very nice. He explained everything very well and we saw many nice animals. It couldn't be better.”

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9.7 Day Northern Namibia and Skeleton Coast Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $1,846

Review of a 7-day Namibia camping safari covering Etosha, Himba culture, Skeleton Coast, Cape Cross, Swakopmund, and Walvis Bay.

“we did 7 days camp tour to north Namibia, Etosha, Damaralamd , skeleton coast. the tour was amazing. Anton and Simon the tour guide did the best job. they give excellent service for us and the food are really good. they explain alot and super Read more”

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10.7 Day Taste of Namibia Lodging Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $2,543

Review of a 7-day Namibia lodging safari covering Etosha, Damaraland, Sossusvlei, cheetah conservation, lodges, meals, and practical value.

“Great way to explore the highlights of Namibia. Kennedy was a great guide, attentive to our needs and ensuring everyone had a good time. Also, very knowledgeable and accommodating.”

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11.Etosha Express Safari 3 Days / 2 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $1,045

Review the 3-day Etosha Express Safari from Windhoek, with wildlife drives, meals, lodging, private guiding, and practical booking advice.

“Shawn was our driver and guide and from the moment he picked us up from our hotel he made sure we had a great trip. It was a long drive from Windhoek but we had plenty of stops including one for lunch. We stayed at the Etosha Omusati Lodge which was lovely. Nice Read more”

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12.10 Day Discover Namibia Small Group Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $3,850

Review of Lark Journeys’ 10-day Namibia safari, from Sossusvlei and Swakopmund to desert elephants and Etosha wildlife.

“The 10-Day Discover Namibia Small Group Safari itinerary is a great introduction to Namibia, and Lark Journeys offers an enjoyable experience. Communication with Claire throughout the entire booking process was easy and quick. She answered every question I had. ERead more”

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13.Private Multi-Day Tour Self-Drive for Beginners Safari in Namibia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $2,212

Namibia self-drive safari for beginners with Etosha wildlife, Sossusvlei dunes, local support, 4x4 hire, and flexible planning.

“Abraham helped me and my friend plan an itinerary for a 9 day trip around Namibia. Starting with Windhoek, we drove ourselves to Etosha, Damraland, Skeleton Coast and Swakpmund. It was my first time in Namibia and with this itinerary wRead more”

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14.3 Day Camping safari at Sossusvlei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $720

Review of Quest Tours’ 3-day Sossusvlei camping safari, with Deadvlei, Big Daddy, Dune 45, Sesriem Canyon, costs, meals, and practical tips.

“We booked a last minute tour for 10 days with Quest me and my 2 sisters, Martin was our guide he was professional and knowledgeable about Namibia, we visited Sossusvlei, Walvis bay Damaraland and Etosha our trip was a success and we highly recommend Quest.”

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15.Etosha Private Safari Adventure (3 Days from Windhoek)

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2 reviews · 3 days · from $1,681

Review of a 3-day private Etosha safari from Windhoek, with Okaukuejo lodging, guided game drives, costs, meals, and practical tips.

“Perfetta la comunicazione, la nostra guida Cliff è stata molto precisa e molto puntuale su tutto, oltre al fatto di poterci fare un upgrade sul momento per le auto. La cosa importante per fare un safari su un'auto aperta è comunicarlo con anticipo quando si prenota questa attività.”

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