Namibia Waterfalls & Safaris

Namibia waterfall safaris start with the water. Most Namibia journeys take in Sossusvlei's red dunes and Etosha's waterholes. Continue north through Damaraland and Kaokoland to Epupa Falls, where the Kunene breaks into a hundred channels among palms and baobabs.

When to visit Namibia

Best time: May–October. Waterfalls and wildlife peak at different times, so plan around both; see the seasonal calendar.

National parks to pair with the falls

• Etosha National Park
• Namib-Naukluft (Sossusvlei)
• Damaraland
• Skeleton Coast

Planning a trip to Namibia

Namibia suits self-drive trips of ten to sixteen days on long gravel roads. Epupa Falls on the Kunene River is a remote highlight in the far north-west, usually combined with Etosha National Park, Damaraland and the Kaokoveld. Add Sossusvlei and Swakopmund in the south and west if you have time.

Practical tips

The currency is the Namibian dollar, pegged to the South African rand, which is also accepted. Fuel stations are far apart in the north-west, so fill up whenever you can. Northern Namibia has malaria risk in the rainy season. Visa, health and entry rules change, so check official advice for your nationality before you book.

Getting to Namibia

Fly into Windhoek (WDH). Many visitors buy a visa on arrival or online. Distances are long; light-aircraft flights save days. Most trips start from Windhoek, then north to Etosha and Kaokoland. Visa rules change, so check them for your passport before travel. Read Plan your trip for visas, health and packing, and the waterfall safari FAQs for quick answers.