{"id":69682,"date":"2025-10-15T18:25:21","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T16:25:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/animaux-namibie\/"},"modified":"2025-12-15T12:21:10","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T10:21:10","slug":"animaux-namibie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/","title":{"rendered":"What animals can you see in Namibia? Our guide to an unforgettable safari"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you think of Namibia, you immediately imagine endless landscapes, glowing dunes and, above all&#8230; pure wilderness. This southern African country offers an exceptional setting for an <strong>unforgettable safari<\/strong>, far from the crowds and as close as possible to the animals. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we take you on a complete exploration of <strong>Namibia&#8217;s wildlife<\/strong>: the emblematic species, where to spot them, the best times to go and our advice on how to make the most of your safari.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"695135\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #695135;\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/LRM_EXPORT_182614120941405_20190822_220314662-1-1200x900.jpeg\" alt=\"Namibia\" class=\"wp-image-3461 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/LRM_EXPORT_182614120941405_20190822_220314662-1-1200x900.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/LRM_EXPORT_182614120941405_20190822_220314662-1-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/LRM_EXPORT_182614120941405_20190822_220314662-1-512x384.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/LRM_EXPORT_182614120941405_20190822_220314662-1-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/LRM_EXPORT_182614120941405_20190822_220314662-1-jpeg-webp.webp 1365w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Sommaire d\u00e9taill\u00e9<\/span>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Namibias_emblematic_large_animals\" >Namibia&#8217;s emblematic large animals<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Desert_elephant_the_adaptable_giant\" >Desert elephant: the adaptable giant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Black_and_white_rhinos_treasures_under_surveillance\" >Black and white rhinos: treasures under surveillance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Lions_and_cheetahs_predators_of_the_savannah\" >Lions and cheetahs: predators of the savannah<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Giraffes_and_zebras_the_elegance_of_the_plains\" >Giraffes and zebras: the elegance of the plains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Hippos_and_crocodiles_the_giants_of_the_Caprivi_Strip\" >Hippos and crocodiles: the giants of the Caprivi Strip<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Where_to_see_animals_in_Namibia_The_best_places_to_see_animals\" >Where to see animals in Namibia? The best places to see animals<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Etosha_National_Park_the_great_classic\" >Etosha National Park: the great classic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Damaraland_in_the_footsteps_of_desert_elephants\" >Damaraland: in the footsteps of desert elephants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#The_Caprivi_Strip_green_and_aquatic_Namibia\" >The Caprivi Strip: green and aquatic Namibia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Private_reserves_exclusive_safaris_and_respect_for_wildlife\" >Private reserves: exclusive safaris and respect for wildlife<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#How_to_maximize_your_chances_of_seeing_animals\" >How to maximize your chances of seeing animals?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Choosing_the_right_times_of_day\" >Choosing the right times of day<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#The_right_time_to_go\" >The right time to go<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Adapting_your_safari_mode\" >Adapting your safari mode<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/animaux-namibie\/#Paying_attention_to_the_smallest_details\" >Paying attention to the smallest details<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Namibias_emblematic_large_animals\"><\/span>Namibia&#8217;s emblematic large animals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When we think of a safari, we often dream of encountering the great savannah classics. In Namibia, these emblematic animals do indeed appear, but often in surprising environments, between deserts, arid savannahs and rocky plateaus.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x27a1;&#xfe0f; And if you dream of living this adventure at your own pace, with a tailor-made itinerary, well-chosen accommodation and peace of mind, we recommend that you call on the Marco Vasco travel agency. Their expertise is ideal for organizing <strong>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marcovasco.fr\/afrique\/namibie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">your trip to Namibia<\/a>\n<\/strong> without worrying about logistics. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Desert_elephant_the_adaptable_giant\"><\/span>Desert elephant: the adaptable giant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is without doubt one of Namibia&#8217;s most fascinating animals. The<strong>desert elephant<\/strong>, which you can observe in the <strong>Damaraland<\/strong> region, has adapted to extreme living conditions.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More slender and mobile than their East African cousins, they travel long distances every day in search of food and water.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"a48e76\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #a48e76;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0215434209263511215985-1200x900.jpeg\" alt=\"Namibia\" class=\"wp-image-3317 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0215434209263511215985-1200x900.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0215434209263511215985-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0215434209263511215985-512x384.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0215434209263511215985-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0215434209263511215985-jpeg-webp.webp 1365w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Black_and_white_rhinos_treasures_under_surveillance\"><\/span>Black and white rhinos: treasures under surveillance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Namibia is one of the few countries where you can still see both species of <strong>African rhino<\/strong>. The <strong>black rhino<\/strong>, smaller and more discreet, is particularly protected and often lives in private reserves such as <strong>Ongava<\/strong> or <strong>Okonjima<\/strong>.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We were able to observe the more imposing <strong>white rhinoceros<\/strong> in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/safari-in-national-park-detosha-in-namibia\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3300\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Etosha Park<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"8a7155\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #8a7155;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"793\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0250784209298861145667-1-1200x793.jpeg\" alt=\"Namibia\" class=\"wp-image-3319 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0250784209298861145667-1-1200x793.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0250784209298861145667-1-400x264.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0250784209298861145667-1-512x338.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0250784209298861145667-1-1536x1015.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0250784209298861145667-1-768x507.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0250784209298861145667-1-jpeg-webp.webp 1550w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lions_and_cheetahs_predators_of_the_savannah\"><\/span>Lions and cheetahs: predators of the savannah<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>lion<\/strong> remains the king of safaris, and in Namibia we were able to admire several of them in<strong>Etosha<\/strong> Park at sunrise. <br \/><br \/>Rarer, but just as impressive, <strong>desert lions<\/strong>, sometimes found in <strong>Kaokoland<\/strong> or <strong>Damaraland<\/strong>, are hardy hunters capable of surviving in arid conditions.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The more discreet <strong>cheetah<\/strong> can sometimes be seen on the great plains of the central part of the country, or in reserves dedicated to its protection. The <strong>Cheetah<\/strong> Conservation <strong>Fund<\/strong>, near Otjiwarongo, is doing a remarkable job of preserving this species. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-dominant-color=\"a68b67\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #a68b67;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1365\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0224905209272982200358-jpeg-webp.webp\" alt=\"Namibia\" class=\"wp-image-3318 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0224905209272982200358-jpeg-webp.webp 1365w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0224905209272982200358-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0224905209272982200358-1200x900.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0224905209272982200358-512x384.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2308-2019-0224905209272982200358-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1365px) 100vw, 1365px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Giraffes_and_zebras_the_elegance_of_the_plains\"><\/span>Giraffes and zebras: the elegance of the plains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are undoubtedly <strong>the animals we saw most often<\/strong>, whether on the roadside, in private reserves or in large numbers around waterholes in Etosha Park.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"939393\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #939393;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/P1110416-1-jpg-webp-1200x900.webp\" alt=\"Namibia\" class=\"wp-image-3328 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/P1110416-1-jpg-webp-1200x900.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/P1110416-1-jpg-webp-400x300.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/P1110416-1-jpg-webp-512x384.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/P1110416-1-jpg-webp-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/P1110416-1-jpg-webp.webp 1365w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hippos_and_crocodiles_the_giants_of_the_Caprivi_Strip\"><\/span>Hippos and crocodiles: the giants of the Caprivi Strip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you venture into the <strong>north-east of Namibia<\/strong>, in the <strong>Caprivi Strip<\/strong>, a completely different atmosphere awaits you. Here, rivers, swamps and a very different fauna take center stage. You&#8217;ll see <strong>hippos<\/strong>, <strong>crocodiles<\/strong> and numerous <strong>water birds<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_see_animals_in_Namibia_The_best_places_to_see_animals\"><\/span>Where to see animals in Namibia? The best places to see animals <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Namibia&#8217;s animal wealth is not limited to a single location. What makes a \n  trip to Namibia\n so exceptional is the diversity of landscapes and ecosystems where animals roam freely. Each region has its own particularities and emblematic species.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Etosha_National_Park_the_great_classic\"><\/span>Etosha National Park: the great classic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is our number-one must-see. Etosha National Park is huge, easily accessible and perfectly suited to wildlife observation. Most of the roads are passable with a simple 4\u00d74, and numerous waterholes (both natural and man-made) attract animals in all seasons.    <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Driving slowly, we were able to see <strong>elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and even rhinoceroses<\/strong> in a single day.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"877e6f\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #877e6f;\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Partag&#xE9;-&#xE0;-partir-de-Lightroom-mobile-2-1200x900.webp\" alt=\"Namibia\" class=\"wp-image-3336 not-transparent\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Damaraland_in_the_footsteps_of_desert_elephants\"><\/span>Damaraland: in the footsteps of desert elephants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lesser-known, wilder <strong>Damaraland<\/strong> is also one of our favorites. Here, elephants have learned to survive in extreme conditions, without permanent water. You&#8217;ll be able to observe them in complete freedom in grandiose landscapes of red rock, dry riverbeds and silent hills.    <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It may take a little patience to find them, but local lodges often organize guided outings to maximize your chances.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"695d61\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #695d61;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2308-2019-0234725209282801595149-1-1200x900.jpeg\" alt=\"Namibia\" class=\"wp-image-3455 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2308-2019-0234725209282801595149-1-1200x900.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2308-2019-0234725209282801595149-1-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2308-2019-0234725209282801595149-1-512x384.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2308-2019-0234725209282801595149-1-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/2308-2019-0234725209282801595149-1-jpeg-webp.webp 1365w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Caprivi_Strip_green_and_aquatic_Namibia\"><\/span>The Caprivi Strip: green and aquatic Namibia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Total change of scenery. In the far north-east of the country, the <strong>Caprivi strip<\/strong> offers an almost tropical atmosphere. Here, rivers meander through forests, green plains and villages. Here you&#8217;ll find a fauna very different from the rest of Namibia: <strong>hippos, crocodiles, buffalo and an impressive diversity of birds<\/strong>.   <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Private_reserves_exclusive_safaris_and_respect_for_wildlife\"><\/span>Private reserves: exclusive safaris and respect for wildlife<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reserves such as <strong>Daan Viljoen<\/strong> or <strong>Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary<\/strong>, near <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Windhoek-Namibie-que-voir-et-que-faire-dans-la-capitale-namibienne-generated-pin-64845.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"attachment\" data-id=\"66571\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Windhoek<\/a>, offer the chance to observe <strong>antelope, giraffe, warthogs and sometimes even felines<\/strong> in semi-natural environments.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"847569\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #847569;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/P1060824-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"Namibia\" class=\"wp-image-3457 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/P1060824-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/P1060824-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/P1060824-512x384.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/P1060824-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/P1060824-jpg-webp.webp 1365w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_maximize_your_chances_of_seeing_animals\"><\/span>How to maximize your chances of seeing animals?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seeing animals in Namibia is never guaranteed, but there are many ways to make the <strong>most of your<\/strong> safari.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choosing_the_right_times_of_day\"><\/span>Choosing the right times of day<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wildlife is most active in the <strong>cooler hours<\/strong>, early in the morning or at the end of the day. This is when animals leave their shelters to come and drink, hunt or move around.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the middle of the day, the heat forces the animals to rest in the shade, making it much harder to see them.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_right_time_to_go\"><\/span>The right time to go<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>dry season<\/strong>, between <strong>May and October<\/strong>, is the best time to observe wildlife. We went in <strong>August<\/strong>, and saw a lot of <strong>animals and birds<\/strong> for ourselves. During these months, waterholes are scarcer, and animals naturally congregate there, making it easier to spot them. The grass is also lower, which clears the view. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>rainy season<\/strong> (November to April), on the other hand, transforms the landscape, but the animals are more scattered, and sometimes hidden in denser vegetation. That said, it&#8217;s also a wonderful time for color, births and migratory birdwatching. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adapting_your_safari_mode\"><\/span>Adapting your safari mode<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Namibia, you can choose to go on safari:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Self-sufficiency with a 4\u00d74<\/strong>: total freedom, ideal for exploring the parks at your own pace.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>With a local guide<\/strong>: to maximize your chances of spotting rarer animals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Paying_attention_to_the_smallest_details\"><\/span>Paying attention to the smallest details<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes, all it takes is a movement in a bush, a discreet noise or a sudden flight to guess the presence of an animal. You soon learn to drive slowly, to listen, to watch the tracks, to observe the behavior of other species (zebras are often the first to smell a predator). <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We also advise you to <strong>turn off the engine<\/strong> regularly, especially near waterholes, and wait. This is where we were lucky enough to see the most animals. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"989799\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #989799;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/70324533_426553828213806_3265326191900360704_n-1200x900.webp\" alt=\"namibia\" class=\"wp-image-3320 not-transparent\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/70324533_426553828213806_3265326191900360704_n-1200x900.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/70324533_426553828213806_3265326191900360704_n-400x300.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/70324533_426553828213806_3265326191900360704_n-512x384.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/70324533_426553828213806_3265326191900360704_n-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/70324533_426553828213806_3265326191900360704_n.jpg 1365w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A safari in Namibia means entering a world where time slows down, where every silhouette on the horizon can be a surprise, and where nature takes its rightful place.  <\/p>\n<div style='text-align:right' class='yasr-auto-insert-visitor'><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you think of Namibia, you immediately imagine endless landscapes, glowing dunes and, above all&#8230; pure wilderness. This southern African country offers an exceptional setting for an unforgettable safari, far from the crowds and as close as possible to the animals. 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