Etosha National Park is a premier wildlife sanctuary in Namibia, offering unparalleled opportunities for African wildlife viewing and photography.
Everything you need to know to prepare for an unforgettable trip to Etosha National Park.
Entrance fees apply, payable in local Namibian currency or by card.
The best time to visit is winter (May to September) when wildlife is concentrated around waterholes and temperatures are moderate.
Okaukuejo, Halali, and Namutoni camps offer information and assistance.
Accessible by good quality gravel roads; 4WD not required but recommended for comfort.
Winter months (May-September) are cool and dry, ideal for wildlife viewing. Summer (October-April) is hot and can have heavy rains leading to a greener landscape and more dispersed wildlife.
Ongoing conservation efforts focus on poaching prevention, habitat preservation, and maintaining the delicate balance of the park's diverse ecosystem.
Find the perfect spot to stay overnight and immerse yourself in the details.
Located near a permanent waterhole famous for excellent night-time wildlife viewing.
Nestled centrally, provides access to Etosha Pan and nearby waterholes.
Allows visitors to explore the bushveld and observe small game and birdlife.
This drive skirts the pan, offering sights of birdlife and grazing game.
A short trail that often has sightings of large herbivores like zebras and wildebeest.
Leads past several waterholes, ideal for spotting elephants and lions.
Travel in the late afternoon when wildlife is more active and congregating at waterholes.
The dry season from May to September is ideal for wildlife viewing when animals cluster at waterholes.
Book accommodations well in advance, especially during peak safari season.
Carry a good pair of binoculars and a camera with a telephoto lens for optimal wildlife observation.