If you are heading to Etosha then you are in for a wildlife experience like no other, with a giant salt pan at its heart this arid, dry, flat, vast park showcases African wildlife unlike anywhere else!

To make sure you get the most from your trip here are some essential and useful information about visiting Etosha National Park - Namibia's wildlife paradise. If you are looking for where to stay click here

Places to stay inside Etosha Park

Travel information for visiting Etosaha Park

How to get to each gate of Etosha

 

 

Natural springs attract the wildlife of Etosha who gather at these life giving water holes especially in the cooler early morning and in the evening just before dusk as the antelope, giraffe and herds of zebra and wildebeest take a last drink before the blanket of darkness descends making predators such as lion, leopard and cheetah harder to spot.

King of the waterholes in Etosha though must be the Elephant, reluctant to share their drinking and bathing time. One elephant will usually stand guard as the rest of the family drink and bathe. Watching these gentle giants interact is never disappointing in Etosha.

The main rest camps within Etosha National Park all have floodlit waterholes so that you can continue to enjoy your wildlife safari experience after dark. Okaukuejo, Halali and Namutoni are the oldest of the resorts. All three resorts have both camping and rooms or chalets to suit a variety of budgets. The more exclusive Onkoshi and Dolomite eco resorts offer a more luxurious NWR places to stay inside Etosha Park

The western section of Etosha National Park is little traversed, for those who wish to visit this section of the park or to enter/exit via the gate in the north west of the park there are two relatively new rest camps, Olifantsrus Campsite for those who wish to camp, and Dolomite Tented Camp for those who prefer a little more luxury.

Etosha National Park is a popular destination in Namibia known for its wildlife, including a variety of large mammals such as elephants, lions, and rhinoceroses. It is also home to a diverse range of bird species and has a number of watering holes where animals congregate, making it a great spot for wildlife viewing.

The park is located in the northwest of the country and covers an area of over 22,000 square kilometers, making it one of the largest national parks in Africa.
In addition to its wildlife, Etosha National Park has a number of other attractions that make it worth visiting. These include the salt pans, which are vast, dry lake beds that are home to a variety of unique flora and fauna, and the Namutoni Fortress, a 19th-century German colonial fort.


Overall, Etosha National Park is a must-see destination for anyone interested in wildlife and nature. It is an ideal spot for a safari or a self-drive tour, and offers a chance to experience the beauty and diversity of the African wilderness.