Places to Visit in Namibia

Keetamanshoop is a city in Southern Namibia under the Karas Region. It lies on the TransNamib Railway network that connected Windhoek to Upington in South Africa. The city was named after a famous German industrialist and benefactor of the bygone era named Johann Keetman.

Keetmanshoop is a beautiful city that is very much unique because of its Quiver Tree Forests, fossil hunting grounds and giant playgrounds which are surrounded by the best of the desert landscape.

Keetmanshoop’s popular sites are the giant playgrounds which offer picture perfect view of the desert landscapes as well as clever rock formations all around, Town Museum which is known for housing the 1895 Rhenish Mission Church, and Kaiserliches Postamt which is widely held for its German colonial architecture.

During your stay in this place, you can head out on an exploration tour of the famous Quivertree Forest, visit Giant’s Playground, go find Mesosaurus Fossils and the list continues.

Keetmanshop is located about 1020 meters above the sea level and the climatic condition experienced in this place is mostly desert type climate. The annual temperature is recorded around 21.8 degree celsius and the annual precipitation is about 231 mm.

Okahandja happens to be a city that is located in the Otjozondjupa Region in Central Namibia. It is also the district capital of Okahandja Electoral constituency. Popularly known as the famous garden town of Namibia, this city was founded in 1894 by the cooperation of two local groups named as Herero and the Nama.

It is one of the quaint places to visit in Namibia that is home to some of the important historical significance of the nation. This place has served the German run miss and colonial administrative centre in the past.

During your visit to Okahandja, you must visit Moordkoppie which is a historical site with reference to the historical animosity between the Nama and the Herero, Friedenskirche which is a famous church housing the graves of several historical figures, and Bäckerei Dekker & Café which is a famous German cafe and bakery serving tasty breakfasts and lunches.

You can indulge in loads of fun filled and adventure activities during your visit to one of the best Namibia places to visit starting from Motorized water sports like wake-boarding, skiing, knee boarding, wake skating at Bushworks adventure centre, get pampered in the Midgard Country Estate which is famous for an ideal family hide-away, and head out on an Ostrich & Crocodile Tour.

The city is located at an elevation of about 1346 meters above the sea level which contributes to the existence of the local steppe climate. The average temperature of the region is recorded at 21.5 degree celsius and the average precipitation received all through the year is 360 mm.

Omaruru happens to be a settlement located in the Erongo Region of Central Namibia. With 14000 inhabitants, the city is spread over an area close to almost 352 square kilometers. This place is usually visited during the time when the annual festival is organised by the Herero People to commemorate their past local chiefs.

The city overlooks the beautiful Mount Erongo ranges and the dry Omaruru River. With vast spread wineries, you will be able to capture brilliant showcases of natural beauty all around.

Some of the popular sites of the most sought after Namibia places to visit that you should not miss out on during your trip are Kristall Kellerei Winery which  is a lovely spot to come for lunch, Main Street Cafe famous for its Quiche, hazelnut cheesecake, white-wood furniture, Franke Tower which has a historical plaque and affords a view over the town, and mArte Gallery which is popular for its arts-and-crafts outlet.

You can be a part of a lot of things while you are in Omaruru starting from taking a winery tour, shopping till your pocket is empty to collect local souvenirs to make your trip memorable, learn more about the history at the Franke Tower.

The Omaruru is located at an elevation of 1215 meters above the sea level. The climatic condition of this place is much more like a desert type with virtually no rainfall during the year. The annual average temperature is recorded at 22.1 degree celsius.

Being the capital of Kavango East Region Rundu is located in Northern Namibia close to the border with Angola on the banks of River Kavango. The city is located at an elevation of about 1000 meters above sea level.

The quaint township of Rundu being one of the best places to visit in Namibia, promises a good share of natural beauty and this is evident from its game reserves and gardens. You will get to enjoy ultimate natural beauty in this city. Apart from nature's grace, the city is home to some of the heritage sites that speak a lot about history.

Rundu houses some of the top attractions that attracts visitors from all over the world. In the course of your visit, you can enjoy spending time at the Buffalo Park spread over an area of 692 square kilometer, Mahango National Park which serves as an integral part of the Bwabwata National Park, and Mbunza Living Museum which is a proclaimed traditional school for culture and communal business for the local people.

During your trip to Rundu, one of the best places to visit in Namibia, you can indulge in zillions of fishing tours and water sports, experience the wilderness at Khaudum Game Reserve, interact with the wildlife at Mangetti National Park, Capture pristine views of the Okavango River, and shop till you drop at the Open Market and Woodcarver’s Market.

The climate of Rundu is a hot semi-arid climate with hot summers and mild winters. You will have warm days and chilly to cool nights. This area experiences higher temperature at roughly 26 degree celsius and lower temperatures at 6 degree celsius. In the course of the winter season, you can experience more variations in the daytime temperature however it is not the same as the summer season. The annual precipitation is recorded at 568 mm.

Katima Mulilo is the capital city of the Zambezi region in Namibia. Located in the caprivi Strip, the city is home to about 28362 inhabitants and it comprises about two electoral constituencies known as Katima Mulilo Urban and Katima Mulilo Rural.

Situated on the banks of the majestic Zambezi River in Namibia’s Caprivi Strip, the charming township of Katima Mulilo is a perfect place to indulge in the astounding beauty of nature.

Some of the popular attractions of the city are Zambezi Mubala Lodge which gives the travellers a sneak peek into the wilderness of namibia, Chobe River Camp which lets the visitor gaze over the flood plains and enjoy solitude on the banks of the Chobe River, Caprivi Mutoya Lodge & Campsite which is famous for its backwaters.

Heading out on a trip to Katima Mulilo is surely going to be a wholesome experience as you will get a chance to indulge in a wide range of activities. You can indulge in some adventure activities like trekking and fishing, nature trails at nature lodges and riverside camps, and go exploring the local art and craft in the museums and art centres.

Located at an elevation of about 948 meters above the sea level, the city has got a tropical type climate condition which is classified as AW as per the Koppen Geiger System. The annual average temperature remains around 23.3 degree celsius and the average rainfall is recorded around 29.6 inch.

Swakopmund happens to be a beautiful city on the coast of western Namibia situated about 352 km west of Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia. Swakopmund is considered to be the capital of Erongo Administrative District. With a population of about 44725 people the city is spread over an area of 196 square kilometers in the Namib Desert.

Swakopmund happens to be a coastal city in Namibia that brims with a strong German heritage. You will find the architecture and history of some of the best places to visit in Namibia similar to that of German style. This place is popularly called as the adventure capital of Namibia. Coming over to this place, you will surely fall in love with the charming holiday bibe.

Some of the popular sights of this place are the Jetty which stands stark and beautiful against a wild Atlantic sea, Swakopmund Museum which takes visitors through the history and ethnology of Namibia, National Marine Aquarium which offers a great introduction to all the varieties of marine life, Kristall Galerie which is famed for its numerous beautifully formed crystals.

During your trip to one of the best places to visit in Namibia, Swakopmund, you can head on Catamaran Charters, Historian Dune Tour, Kayaking "Eco Marine Tour", Living Desert Tour, take a scenic Namibian flight, and much more.

Swakopmund is surrounded by the Namib Desert on three sides and the cold Atlantic waters on the west. The climate of this place is highly influenced by desert climate. You will experience mild conditions all through the year. The average temperature ranges in between 15 degree celsius to 25 degree celsius. This place receives very less rainfall which is even less than 20 mm per year. The main form of moisture in the environment is the thick fog. It is a matter of surprise that the flora and fauna have also adapted to this phenomena.

Walvis bay is the second largest city in Namibia that is located on the bay on which it lies. This largest coastal city in the country covers an area close to 39 square kilometer of Land.

Being one of the best Namibia places to visit is considered to be a haven for sea vessels as it has got a deepwater harbour that is protected by the Pelican Point Sand Spit. This area is rich in plankton and marine life which attracts a large number of tourists all through the year to capture views of the whales and the fishing vessels.

Some of the popular attractions of one of the best places to visit in Namibia that you must visit during your trip are salt works bird sanctuary which is a 3500-hectare salt-pan complex, and Anchor which has been a lovely spot for breakfast. The Hope which is a heritage site with great historical importance, shallow and sheltered 45,000-hectare lagoon which attracts a range of coastal waterbirds and enormous flamingos.

In the course of your trip to one of the best Namibia places to visit, you can climb on top of the famous Dune 7, go for a run at the lagoon, spoil yourself by having dinner with a view at the Raft Restaurant, enjoy the sun at Owambo Beach, enjoy Kapana in Kuisebmund, learn about local history at Walvis Bay Museum, and explore the sea with Dolphin and Seal Cruise.

Walvis Bay has got a very rare mild variation of the cold desert climate in general. The main reason for this unique climatic condition is because of the rain shadow of the Naukluft Mountains and the cooling effect of coastal sea temperature by Benguela current. 

Windhoek happens to be the capital city of Namibia which is located in the central highlands in the famous Khomas Highland Plateau area. It is situated at an elevation of about 1700 meters above the sea level at the geographical centre of the city.

Windhoek being the capital city is considered to be one of the  most sought after places to visit in Namibia as it is the centre for politics, culture, and economics . It houses the headquarters of nearly all governmental and educational institutions. The city was initially built in the year 1840 but due to destruction it was founded a second time in the year 1890 by Imperial German Army Major Curt Von Francois.

In the course of your visit, you must think of spending time at the popular attractions of the city like Christuskirche (Christ Church) which is very much famous for its stained-glass windows and Art Nouveau architectural style, Heroes’ Acre which celebrates the Namibian independence and national identity, Alte Feste (Old Fort) which was once upon a time an old German Fort and now a museum, Parliament Gardens which is home to some of the lush and pristine flora.

There are loads of things to do during your visit to the capital city of Namibia, Windhoek. You can think of heading to Christuskirche to seek blessings from the almighty as well as explore the neo-Gothic and neo-Romanesque architecture, shop from about 40 independent shops selling products from the local artists and artisans,  gain a true insight into the lives of Namibia’s urban people at Katutura Township, and the list goes on.

Windhoek gets over 300 sunny days every single year and it experiences a hot semi-arid type climate according to the climate classification of Koppen. The average annual temperature in this place is recorded at 18 degree celsius. Windhoek experiences a mild temperature all through the year due to the influence of its altitude. The hottest month in this region is the month of December and coldest month in this region is the month of July. The average annual rainfall is recorded at 367.4 millimeters.

Gobabis is a settlement in the eastern Namibia which is also the regional capital of Omaheke Region and the district capital of Gobabis Electoral constituency. The city is situated about 200 km down the B6 Motorway from the city of Windhoek to the city of Botswana.

Gobabis is a beautiful city that takes you deep into the wilderness of Namibia through its conservation reserves and game farms. You will be able to spot lush forest patches and some rare and endangered species.

Gobabis houses some of the best attractions of Namibia such as Harnas Wildlife Foundation which was established to protect life through responsible and effective management and Zelda Guest and Game Farm where you travel deep into the wilderness of Namibia.

In the course of your visit, you can head out on various game drives inside the famous game farms with an expert guide and spotter to find the beasts in their natural environment and stroll along the heritage sites exploring the history and antiquity.

Gobabis is located at an elevation of 1446 meter above the sea level with influence of the local steppe climate. This place receives very little rainfall all through the year.. The average annual temperature is recorded at 20.6 degree celsius and the rainfall is recorded 429 mm per year.

Tsumeb is one of the largest townships in the Oshikoto region in Northern Namibia. It is considered to be the gateway to the north of Namibia. This place is situated close to the famous Etosha National Park and was the regional capital of Oshikoto up until the year 2008. The total of this quaint township is about 15000 inhabitants.

Tsumeb is truly a beautiful place which allows its visitors to not only capture scenic natural moments but also impresses them with the age old architectural marvels and heritage.

While exploring the city, you can head out to Tsumeb Mining Museum which collects the mining machinery, imba and Herero artefacts, stuffed birds, H and weapons recovered from Lake Otjikoto, Tsumeb Arts & Crafts Centre which is famous for its European-Namibian leatherwork, karakul weavings, and other traditional northern Namibian arts and crafts, St Barbara’s Church famous for its fine colonial murals and an odd tower, and Helvi Mpingana Kondombolo Cultural Village which lets one explore the housing styles, cultural demonstrations and artefacts from all major Namibian traditions.

A trip to Tsumeb not only lets you explore the sightseeing places in the city but it gives you a once in lifetime experience to learn more about the culture of various Namibian Clan. It also lets the travellers capture some of the glimpses of the age old antiquity and charm.

Tusumeb has got a hot and semi arid type climate with hot summer months and mild winter months. You will have warm days and chilly nights. It is categorised into BSh as per the Koppen Geiger classification. The average annual rainfall recorded in this area is about 528 mm.

Otjiwarongo is the district capital of the Otijwarongo electoral constituency and the capital of Otjozondjupa. Located in the central south namibia on the transNamib railway network, this city is home to about 28000 inhabitants. 

Othiwarongo will surely capture your senses with its old world charm blended perfectly with the new age fascinations.

Some of the top attractions in Otjiwarongo are Crocodile Farm famous for its Namibia’s first crocodile ranch, Spar Supermarket which houses a wide range of shops and showrooms to shop till you drop, and Locomotive No 41 which is a popular train station which was manufactured in the year 1912 by the Henschel company of Kassel, Germany. It was then brought all the way to Namibia to haul ore from the mines in between Tsumeb mines and the port at Swakopmund.

A trip to Otjiwarongo happens to be just wonderful as it takes you close to the marvellous antiquity of the past. You will get to learn more about the process of transportation in railways in between the ores and port.

Otjiwarongo is situated at an elevation of 1470 meters above the sea level and has a local steppe climate. The average annual temperature remains around 21.1 degree celsius and the annual precipitation received is around 20.6 inch.