African Sky offers fly-in safari packages and private overland tours exploring Etosha National Park in Namibia. Whether you opt for a fly-in adventure or an in-depth tour accompanied by one of our expert guides, a safari in the Etosha National Park will be a unique and memorable experience.
Etosha is Namibia's standout safari destination, known for its diverse landscape, big five and the Etosha Salt Pan at the heart of the park.
Visit Etosha National Park in combination with other Highlights of Namibia, accompanied by a Private African Sky Guide.
This private tour includes visits to Swakopmund, Damaraland, and the Etosha National Park, led by an experienced guide.
From arrival in Windhoek, this safari visits Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, and the famed Etosha National Park.
One of the major drawing cards of Etosha is the rare opportunity to see an abundance of species in close quarters. It is not uncommon to encounter eight species of animals converging around the same waterhole, ceding spectacular sightings. The park also hosts a healthy population of black rhinos, and sightings of lion, elephant, and cheetah offer lasting, thrilling memories.
The standard rest camp accommodation in Etosha National Park is a much higher standard than rest camp accommodation in South Africa's national parks. You can stay comfortably at a very affordable rate, with breakfast (and dinner, if you wish) included. Ongava and Onguma offer plush lodgings in beautiful settings for those seeking luxury.
Etosha's predominantly flat and arid landscape and relatively sparse vegetation mean unobstructed game viewing and fantastic photographic opportunities. Bring your best lenses and capture Africa's animals without the hindrance of thick shrubbery or undulating landscapes. The intermingling of various species around waterholes is also ideal photographic fare.
There is no other wilderness area on the continent quite like Etosha – none so open and arid, harsh yet so fertile and bountiful. The vast salt pan, the dolomite hills, the semi-desert grasslands. The staggering number of species that eke out an existence here make it an indelibly unique safari destination.
Etosha National Park's most rewarding experiences are inherently linked to game viewing. From Okaukuejo's prolific waterhole to breathless encounters with unique species, you'll find your safari here unforgettable.
Etosha National Park, the central safari destination in Namibia, is a testament to the grandeur of nature. Spanning over 22,000 square kilometers, it is one of the largest national parks in Africa, protecting a vast wilderness around the Etosha Pan. The park's size is a reflection of the untamed beauty that awaits visitors, with several luxury lodges and 3 main rest camps scattered across its expansive landscape.
The park is over a century old and has helped conserve a number of vulnerable and endangered species in its rich history as a beacon of conservation in Namibia and the region more broadly. Flamingoes and even pelicans gather seasonally on the Etosha Salt Pan, feeding alongside one another on very different prey with their specially adapted beaks. In a typical year, the pan only fills with water for a brief period during the summer months, while the rest of the year, it stands out as a large light grey mass in the park, with few animals treading on its desolate surface or foraging near its boundaries. Every few years or so, the pan floods and fills with water, attracting animals from all over the park for a seasonal feast.
The park consists of several vegetation types, with the ‘veld’ varying wildly from one corner to the other. The rocky hills characteristic of Damaraland are found throughout the southwestern part of the park, while in the east, there are open grassland areas, savannah, and thickets. The endangered Black Rhino is found in exceptionally high numbers in Etosha and is definitely a highlight alongside large numbers of lion, leopard, elephant and other large mammals not part of the big five.
