Photographic in Namibia
19 of our favourite places for photography in Namibia
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Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch
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89% (101 reviews)
Around December, January and February – during the rains – this area is covered in a carpet of beautiful yellow 'devils' thorn' flowers. It brings colour and life to the Kalahari, and then it's a lovely time for photographers to shoot the stunning ... More about Bagatelle Game Ranch -
Barchan Dune Retreat
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93% (14 reviews)
The stunning landscapes of the Namib-Naukluft, a combination of mountainous terrain, sandy dunes and flat plains give excellent photo opportunities. The views from the bedrooms at Barchan Dune Retreat, or from the mountains surrounding the Retreat, are some of the best ... More about Barchan Dune Retreat -
Canon Roadhouse
|91% (13 reviews)
Canon Roadhouse stands 25km from the Fish River Canyon, slightly further than its two sister lodges, the Canyon Village and the Canyon Lodge. Though a little smaller, it has plenty of character, with very similar standards of service and hospitality. Canon Roadhouse ... More about Canyon Roadhouse -
Desert Horse Inn
|88% (20 reviews)
The much-photographed Namib Feral (wild) horses can often be found in the area around Klein Aus Vista. Look out for them grazing on either side of the side of the road – often 20km west of the Klein Aus Vista on the way to Luderitz. For scenic shots, the high yellow ... More about Desert Horse Inn -
Desert Rhino Camp
|95% (34 reviews)
Desert Rhino Camp not only offers the opportunity to photograph black rhino that wander this semi desert region, but also great landscape photography. The ancient Etendeka lava flows of northern Damaraland make for dramatic scenery, with photogenic game which includes desert-adapted ... More about Desert Rhino Camp -
Eagle's Nest
|95% (36 reviews)
The much photographed Namib Feral (wild) horses can often be found grazing beside the B4 road about 20km west of Klein Aus. The stunning scenery of high yellow grass and mountains makes for beautiful photo opportunities – and the location of the viewpoint frequented ... More about Eagle's Nest -
Kuidas Camp
|100% (1 review)
The nature of the fly-in safari lends beautifully to photography. You can get birds eye views of some truly dramatic landscapes from the air and, when on the ground you can photograph geological features, fauna and flora, such as the Welwitschia Mirabalis around Kuidas Camp. More about Kuidas Camp -
Kunene River Camp
|100% (1 review)
Aerial photography of the ever changing landscapes is very good when travelling by light aircraft on a fly-in safari. Around Kunene River Camp you also have a large diversity of birds, animals and geology, which give you the opportunity to get photos differing from those ... More about Kunene River Camp -
Leylandsdrift Camp
|100% (1 review)
Fly-in safaris lend beautifully to photography. Views of the varied landscapes of Damaraland are stunning from the air at ground level you will usually get the opportunity to photograph the desert-adapted elephant near Leylandsdrift Camp and the Himba people in the settlement close by... More about Leylandsdrift Camp -
Little Kulala
|100% (20 reviews)
The Namib Desert and Sossusvlei are a photographer's dream: huge apricot dunes with knife-edge ridges beneath a blue sky. Little Kulala stands in the desert with breathtaking views: a forest of camelthorn trees in front of its main area, and mountains and dunes in the distance... More about Little Kulala -
Mowani Mountain Camp
|93% (64 reviews)
With its setting among smooth granite kopjies, landscape photographers will be in their element at Mowani. The views are spectacular, too, especially from the sundowner spot, which is stunning at all times, not just at sunset. More about Mowani Mountain Camp -
Okonjima Bush Camp
|97% (110 reviews)
If you want excellent, close-up shots of the big cats – especially cheetah and leopard – then Okonjima Main Camp ought to be high on your list. Obviously some of the cats are semi-habituated and not truly wild, but you’ll often be able to get very close to them... More about Okonjima Bush Camp -
Okonjima Bush Suite
|100% (2 reviews)
If you want the opportunity to take close-up shots of big cats – especially cheetah and leopard – then Okonjima Bush Suite would be ideal for you. Obviously some of the cats are semi-habituated and not truly wild, but you’ll often be able to get pretty close to them... More about Okonjima Bush Suite -
Okonjima Main Camp
|95% (132 reviews)
For close-up shots of the big cats – especially leopard and cheetah – Okonjima Main Camp should be high on your list. Given that the camp's activities work on a two-day cycle, allow yourself at least two days here to maximise your chances of good photographs. More about Okonjima Main Camp -
Okonjima Villa
|100% (8 reviews)
For great, close-up shots of the big cats – especially leopard and cheetah – then Okonjima ought to be high on your list. More about Okonjima Villa -
Palmwag Lodge
|82% (19 reviews)
Set in the dramatic scenery of the ancient Etendeka lava flows of northern Damaraland, Palmwag Lodge not only offers great landscape photography but also the opportunity to photograph the desert-dwelling elephants and perhaps even the black rhino and lion that wander this ... More about Palmwag Lodge -
Sossusvlei Lodge
|92% (21 reviews)
The beautiful surrounding desert and dunes make for excellent photo opportunities. Being based so close to the Sesriem gate make it relatively easy to make two trips into the dunes on one day: one for the early-morning light, and another to catch the late-afternoon sun. More about Sossusvlei Lodge -
Wolwedans Boulders Camp
|100% (3 reviews)
The NamibRand Nature Reserve is one of Africa's largest private sanctuaries. The diverse landscapes, from huge red sand dunes to vegetated inter-dune valleys, gravel plains and imposing mountains makes for spectacular photographs! More about Boulders Camp -
Zum Sperrgebiet Seaview Hotel
|70% (2 reviews)
Luderitz is a good spot for photographers who can visit the breeding colony of African penguins on Halifax Island, on one of the Sedina's boat trips – which are also good for spotting heavy-side dolphins and cape fur seals. Don't miss the fascinating deserted ... More about Zum Sperrgebiet Seaview
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