A Namibia safari is the stuff dreams are made of. If you are going on one soon, you may be wondering what you can expect when you get there. From the accommodation and facilities of your resort to the animals that you will see roaming the savannah. Therefore, we have put together some useful information that will let you know what to expect when you go on your fantastic trip of a lifetime.
Getting To Namibia
When you arrive in Namibia, you will most likely arrive by air in the nation’s capital city, Windhoek. From here, you have two options. You can either stay in a hotel before venturing on to your safari destination or you can travel directly there. There is plenty of affordable accommodation available but there is no public transport available. There are taxis which you can share. However, you will not find any buses or other types of transport. Therefore if you wish to explore the city, you may want to consider hiring a car.
At Your Resort
There are many safari tours available and the accommodation offered is similar for most of them. Although the level of luxury can vary. Whether you are staying in a resort or in luxury tents, you will find a comfortable bed. You will often find open-air washing facilities that give you picturesque views too. You can also often see much of the wildlife from the comfort of your accommodation. Together with a variety of delicious food options as well.
What You Can See On A Safari
When you go on tailor made Namibia guided safari tours, you will certainly see a lot of wildlife, and you can also see the big five game animals that most visitors wish to see. These top five animals are;
African Elephant. Larger than its Asian cousin, this is the largest land mammal in the world and a firm favourite with safari-goers.
African Lion. Another firm favourite and if you time your trip right, you may be able to witness them while they hunt their prey.
Black Rhinoceros. A critically endangered animal, it is strictly protected and highly revered by people on safari and an impressive sight to behold.
Cape Buffalo. These are the only animals in the big five that are not endangered or protected. People widely regard them as among the most dangerous animals in Africa.
African Leopard. Another of the majestic cat family, the leopard is a solitary animal. The best time to see this is at dawn or dusk.
There are also many other animals that you may see such as the most dangerous on the African savannah, the hippopotamus.
Plenty Of Other Things To Do
There are also plenty of other activities that you can do when you visit Namibia such as hot air ballooning, sandboarding down the dunes, visiting the beautiful beaches and even visiting the ancient rock carvings at Twyfelfontein. One thing is for sure, you will make some fantastic memories that will last a lifetime when you enjoy a safari in Namibia.
This article has been published in partnership with Mediabuzzer
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