Namibia Safari ToursDiscover the stunning wildlife of Namibia on a guided tour

Namibia is known for its diverse wildlife, including desert-adapted elephants, lions, giraffes, rhinos, zebras, and a variety of antelope species. In Etosha National Park, visitors can witness large herds of animals congregating around waterholes, offering excellent game viewing opportunities

The best time for a safari in Namibia is during the dry season, which typically runs from May to October. During this time, wildlife congregates around water sources, making it easier to spot animals. However, Namibia's climate is generally pleasant year-round, so safaris can be enjoyed at any time of year

Yes we offer a range of tours that accommodate families. For most of our Namibia Safari tours the minimum age for travelers is 10 years old and all children must be accompanied by an adult.

At On The Go Tours we prioritize the safety and well-being of our guests. Vehicles are equipped with safety features, and experienced guides accompany guests on all excursions. Additionally, camps and lodges adhere to strict safety protocols to ensure a secure and enjoyable experience for visitors

If you travel on one of our camping trips, we recommend you read our guide to overland camping safaris before your holiday. You can also see a detailed packing list in the Trip Notes for each tour, which we suggest you read before you travel! Some of the important items to remember are: sleeping bag, travel pillow, towel, Mosquito spray (with active DEET ingredient), your own personal first aid kit, torch, antibacterial wipes, a photocopy of your passport data, and your Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate. Please note that on our comfort camping safaris, camp bed, mattress, sleeping bag and pillow are provided.

The local payment is a cost per person that needs to be paid in US Dollars cash only. It is this payment that in part covers the park fees and other inclusions such as meals as detailed on each tour page. The local payment also covers your arrival transfer and first night’s accommodation. Our comfort camping safaris also have a small local payment, to be paid in South African rand or USD (check each tour for details) at the start of your trip. Please note that due to exchange rate fluctuations in the US dollar, the local payment amount may be subject to changes. This payment will be collected by your tour leader at the Welcome Meeting on day 1 of your escorted tour. Our Reservations team can give you more information about the local payment, the cost of which can be found on each tour page.

According to the 2023 LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Index, Namibia scores a D rating for LGBTQ+ traveller safety, ranking 97th out of 203 countries. Although same sex marriage is not legal, there are legal protections for workers based on their sexual orientation, and 26 – 50% of consulted citizens consider Namibia a good place to live for gay and lesbian people. There are legal punishments for same sex relations but in 2021 discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community became illegal in some contexts. LGBTQ+ travelers to Namibia generally do not encounter any problems. The LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Index is designed to provide a good overall picture of attitudes towards the LGBTQ+ community in each country and may not reflect the experience of foreign travelers to the country.

Travelers are sometimes surprised to hear that the tap water in Namibia is generally considered safe to drink, particularly in larger towns and cities. However, it can be heavily chlorinated, which can cause bad taste and stomach upsets so it is generally recommended to drink filtered and bottled water where possible on our Namibia safari tours. However, the tap water should be fine for activities such as brushing your teeth.

On our overland camping trips (excluding comfort camping), solo travelers will be matched up with another solo traveler of the same sex, with whom they will share a tent. If there is no other solo traveler of the same sex on the tour, you will have a tent to yourself at no extra cost. On our Handpicked lodge safaris, a single supplement applies for solo travelers. The cost of this can be seen on the tour page for each trip.