Spring and autumn are widely regarded as the best time to visit Sossusvlei, but the Namib Desert is very much a year-round destination, so you can make the most of your trip no matter what month you choose!
Since the Namib Desert boasts a predominantly pleasant and dry climate, it’s easy to include a visit to both Etosha National Park and Sossusvlei during your Namibia holiday. November to April: Wildlife viewing is more challenging during the rainy season, but visiting between November and April still comes with plenty of advantages: flights and tours will be cheaper, there are fewer crowds, and the lush landscapes make it an ideal time for bird watching and seeing young animals taking their first steps in the wild. If big game-viewing is your top priority in Namibia, mark these dates on your calendar!
During this period, vegetation is sparse and large herds of animals gather around rivers and waterholes, making them easier to spot. July to September: July, August, and September are the driest months and the absolute best time for an African safari in Namibia. Namibia’s dry winter season is the best time to spot wildlife for one main reason: Etosha’s arid saltpans offer perfect viewing conditions as animals congregate to drink from limited water sources.Īpril to October: Bringing clear blue skies, plenty of sunshine, and pleasant daytime temperatures, the dry winter season (between April and October) is considered to be the best time to spot wildlife in Namibia. If you’d like to include some relaxing time at the beach with your Namibian holiday, combine your trip with an overland tour of South Africa (the Cape has hot, dry weather in its summer months between November and March). The country’s beaches are starkly beautiful, but rough seas, harsh winds, and strong ocean currents mean they’re not suitable for swimming or sunbathing. The winter season is also a great time to visit the dramatic dunes of Sossusvlei these months bring cooler temperatures and beautiful, clear skies.Ĭombine your Namibia holiday with a South Africa tour for the best of both worldsįrom the Skeleton Coast in the north to the Orange River in the south, Namibia has a vast expanse of spectacular coastline.
Since vegetation is sparse and there’s little to no rainfall during this time, animals are more likely to congregate around the waterholes when rivers and other water sources begin to dry up - which makes for a fantastic game-viewing experience. When it comes to wildlife viewing, the best time to visit Namibia is during the drier winter months (between April and October), especially if you’re planning to explore the country’s top safari destination: Etosha National Park. Winter is ideal for adventurers and nature lovers
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