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Damaraland in the largely unpopulated north-central part of Namibia

Visit Northern Namibia, Namibia

Visit Northern Namibia, Namibia

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Northern Namibia offers a variety of scenery, wildlife and experiences that are hard to beat elsewhere in the world.

The harsh landscapes of the Skeleton Coast and Damaraland, with its desert adapted flora and fauna, will leave a lasting impression.

Himba culture

The Himba are one of Africa's great historical tribes and visiting them can prove to be an enlightening experience. Twyfelfontein, in Damaraland, has some of the most extensive rock art in Africa, some of which dates back almost 6,000 years.

Wildlife of Northern Namibia

Cheetah in Etosha National ParkThere are also excellent wildlife viewing opportunities both in Etosha National Park and in the Zambezi Region (Caprivi Strip). Thriving birdlife and seal colonies inhabit the shores around Swakopmund and in the Walvis Bay lagoon.

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Places to visit in Northern Namibia

Featuring heavily on our experiences of visiting Northern Namibia, these selected places are destinations that also prove consistently popular with our travellers. Our specialists can help you choose how to include them in your wider trip, based on your preferences.

Suggested itineraries featuring Northern Namibia

Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Northern Namibia, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.

Map of Northern Namibia

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    Places in and around Northern Namibia

    Photos of Northern Namibia

    • Desert elephant
      Desert elephant
    • Black rhino, Damaraland
      Black rhino, Damaraland
    • Black rhino, Damaraland
      Black rhino, Damaraland
    • Rosy-faced lovebird, Namibia
      Rosy-faced lovebird, Namibia
    • Damaraland landscapes, Namibia
      Damaraland landscapes, Namibia
    • Herd of oryx, Namibia
      Herd of oryx, Namibia
    • Ostrich trio, Damaraland
      Ostrich trio, Damaraland
    • Boulders at Brandberg Mountain
      Boulders at Brandberg Mountain

    Accommodation choices for Northern Namibia

    We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Northern Namibia. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.