Top 10 Walking Tours in Namibia, Namibia

May 1, 2022 Osvaldo Hartline

Coordinates: 22°S 17°E / 22°S 17°E / -22; 17
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1. Explorer Historical Private Township Cultural Tours

Nande Junia’s Explorer Tours​
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Explore Mondesa Township ,on the tour you get a chance to  meet local people in the community of Mondesa, get to know Namibia better , learn about the different tribes in Namibia from Ovambo, Damara ,Herero and the Ovahimba people and try local Traditional Food and drinks in the Township with your local Township Tour Guide.Nande  is a local Tour guide from Mondesa, he started his  Township Tour journey 15 years ago while still in school, He grew up in the Township of Mondesa, he will let you explore The Township of Swakopmund and you will have the opportunity to interact with the community and learn about different Cultures Your guide will introduce you to a few colorful characters that belong to this thriving community.

Inclusions: Pick you up at your accommodation in and around Swakopmund, Visit Open Market in the Township Guided by your local guide Nande,, Walk in the streets of Mondesa, while take pictures of kids and houses, Visit Local Shebeen/Taverns’ ,enjoy a local beer with the locals, Visit schools and Kindergarten, enjoy the time with kids in our community, Learn about the Herero and Himba Culture, Visit Community arts and craft projects and get to be taught the click Language from the Damara tribe, Experience a local meal prepared at a family home, End your tour with a live performance by a local choir from Mondesa.

Exclusions: No entrance fee needed

Reviewed By MitzouTexas

We were tired from extensive touring (three travelers) and thought of skipping this township visit. Are we glad we decided to join Nande Junia's 1/2 day explorer tour! Our guide was kind, informative, and had planned an interesting visit to one of Namibia's townships. "Township" being the local explanation in Africa for a town/village of minimally economic development. For the poorest citizens, basically with outdoor plumbing, very small living area, and few services. Here in Namibia, in this community, we discovered that Swakopmund was well maintained and harbored many interesting sights. Entrepreneurship all around, from the ladies who taught "clicking" to tourists to the a capella choir, singing for us during our homemade lunch in another house, we spent 4 hours being captivated by this slice of Africa. I recommend heartily this tour group. First-class all the way.

2. Full day Spitzkoppe

Sammy Tours Swakopmund
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You will be fully guided by experience guide with a lot of knowledge. You will have a lot information from the guide.

Inclusions: Snacks

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3. 11-Day Cape Desert Safari Adventure Camping Tour from Windhoek

Urbancamp.net, Windhoek, Namibia Acacia Africa
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Experience Africas enormous skies and wild remote landscapes on a journey through some of the continents most striking scenery. Encounter deep canyons and towering dunes, diverse wildlife and fascinating tribal culture on this adventure safari tour through Namibia and the Cape, mixed with a host of adrenaline activities along the way.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Fully equipped safari vehicle, Camping and cooking equipment , All road tolls and vehicle taxes , All ground transportation , Sleeping mattress , Meals as indicated, Services of two crew , Sesriem Canyon , Sossusvlei shuttle and guided walk* , Dune 45 , Spitzkoppe, Bushman Paintings, Etosha National Park, Game Drives

Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 20.00pp)*, Visas , Flights , Travel insurance , Departure taxes , Airport transfers , Sleeping bag, Optional activities , Drinks , Tips , Items of a personal nature

Reviewed By bookeric

TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.

4. Best City Tour of Windhoek

Motema Tours and Safaris Namibia
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Windhoek, the capital of Namibia is situated in the central region of the country at the average altitude of 1650 meters above sea level and renowned for its blend of German colonial buildings. You not only leave with knowledge about Namibia but with friendship as well.

Inclusions: One bottle of water and Kapana Meat

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By sylvie752020

My husband and I, we really want to Thanks Motema tours and Safaris for helping us to enjoy this 3 days tour in Sossusvlei. The Landscape of that is splendid, rest assure that we come to do a longer Tour with you. The Lodge and Food was GREAT.

5. Guided Township Tour Of Mondesa Swakopmund Namibia

Nande Junia’s Explorer Tours​
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Local Experirnce in Swakopmund ,Mondesa was the exiled neighborhood where blacks were sidelined during apartheid , while whites and rich were concentrated in the city center. Although the system of racial segregation was abolished in 1991, it is still possible today to observe the traces of this dark part of history. You will stroll through the streets of Mondesa, discovering its culture. You will see the kindness of the people, who will not hesitate to welcome you and invite you to taste one of their craft beers or some of their typical dishes , such as mopane worms (grilled caterpillars). During the visit, you can enjoy other traditional dishes, so that your cultural immersion is complete.In addition, you can interact with locals and immerse yourself in the heart of African culture and history. You will have the opportunity to learn a few words in khoe-khoe , the local language, and understand the meaning of the term " buntu" . Do you know why he is so important today in Africa?

Inclusions: We do provide lunch or dinner depending on the tour you have chosen as if you do the morning tour this will be lunch but for afternoon tour will be dinner

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Reviewed By MitzouTexas

We were tired from extensive touring (three travelers) and thought of skipping this township visit. Are we glad we decided to join Nande Junia's 1/2 day explorer tour! Our guide was kind, informative, and had planned an interesting visit to one of Namibia's townships. "Township" being the local explanation in Africa for a town/village of minimally economic development. For the poorest citizens, basically with outdoor plumbing, very small living area, and few services. Here in Namibia, in this community, we discovered that Swakopmund was well maintained and harbored many interesting sights. Entrepreneurship all around, from the ladies who taught "clicking" to tourists to the a capella choir, singing for us during our homemade lunch in another house, we spent 4 hours being captivated by this slice of Africa. I recommend heartily this tour group. First-class all the way.

6. Swakopmund City Cultural Historical Day Tour

Nande Junia’s Explorer Tours​
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Our Cultural Township Tours are all about the people. To truly experience the warmth, friendliness and humanity of township residents of Mondesa Swakopmund, you have to walk its streets. Hear the children at play, smell the sidewalk barbecues, taste locally brewed beer and not to forget the food, local mopane worms, learn to say “Uuharapo” and the Click language, experience what is meant by “Ubuntu” Explorer Tours got announced April 9th 2018 as one of nine organizations from across Africa for the African responsible Award 2018! - Pick up and drop off at your accommodation - Visit Open Market in the township - Walk in the streets of Mondesa, while taking pictures of kids and houses - Visit schools and Kindergarden - Visit community arts and craft projects - Learn the click language from the Damara tribe - Experience a local meal prepared at a family home - End your tour with a live performance by a local choir from the Township

Inclusions: A local Traditonal meal is included on the tour

Exclusions: gratuity

Reviewed By MitzouTexas

We were tired from extensive touring (three travelers) and thought of skipping this township visit. Are we glad we decided to join Nande Junia's 1/2 day explorer tour! Our guide was kind, informative, and had planned an interesting visit to one of Namibia's townships. "Township" being the local explanation in Africa for a town/village of minimally economic development. For the poorest citizens, basically with outdoor plumbing, very small living area, and few services. Here in Namibia, in this community, we discovered that Swakopmund was well maintained and harbored many interesting sights. Entrepreneurship all around, from the ladies who taught "clicking" to tourists to the a capella choir, singing for us during our homemade lunch in another house, we spent 4 hours being captivated by this slice of Africa. I recommend heartily this tour group. First-class all the way.

7. 6 Day Best of Northern Namibia (Accommodated)

Enrico's Tours and Safaris
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The 6 day Northern Adventure has been designed to give you a short but comprehensive safari around the main highlights of Northern and central western Namibia. have first hand experience of the Stone at Spitzkoppe.

Inclusions: VAT 2% Tourism Levy, Passenger Liability 15%, Accommodation, Breakfast and Dinner for clients (as per itinerary), Airport transfer, Qualified professional Driver /guide, Vehicle, fuel, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Exclusions: All expenses of personal nature, Entrance fees not mentioned in the itinerary, All meals not mentioned in the itinerary, Above Drinks at lodges and on road, All optional excursions and activities, Tips for tour guides, International flights and airport taxes, Items not mentioned in the itinerary

Reviewed By Escape65779283796

Recently, we travelled through Namibia with Ultimate Safaris, the trip was very well organized. We spent 17 days in a private tour visiting the most amazing parks and landscapes. Additionally, we stayed in amazing lodges such as The Fort, Okonjima. The highlights were Obdulia Ridge, a lodge in between the rocks, with exquisite attention and excellent food. Also the Andbeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge, this is a must visit lodge with great views, food, attention and sightseeing. A must do trip before you die. Our private tour guide/driver, Peter Nuugonya, great knowledge and very experienced guide. The weird thing happen because Peter only looked at my wife when we talked, even if I asked a question he answered looking at her, weird isn’t it? However, don’t let this weird anecdote spoil a great trip

8. Walwitschia Plan Moonlandscape &Namib Desert Explorer Day Tour

Nande Junia’s Explorer Tours​

East from Swakopmund we finds one of the oldest plant species in the world. The Welwitschia Mirabilis which can grew to be Thousands of years old. The Moon landscape is truly one of Namibia's natural wonders with it majestic views and the result of thousands of years erosion,If you're on a quest to see weltwitschias, continue east along the Weltwitschia Drive to the Moon Landscape, a vista across eroded hills and valleys carved by the Swakop River. Here you may want to take a quick 12km return side-trip north to the farm and oasis of Goanikontes, which dates from 1848. It lies beside the Swakop River amid fabulous desert mountains, and serves as an excellent picnic site.Goanikontes is a stunning resort and camp situated in the lunar landscape of Namibia, amid the Namib Naukluft and Dorob National Parks. The natural surroundings are amazing and the rest camp is just 50 m away from the Swakopmund River. The beautiful moon landscapes strikes the oasis and even the famous

Inclusions: 4 Main stops,Picnic Lunch included, Lunch, Bottled water

Exclusions: The, plant of Namibia The, plant (often mis-spelled Welwitchia) has only two leaves and can live for over a thousand years. It is found in parts of Namibia and Angola. The easiest place to see it in Namibia is "Welwitschia Drive", inland from Swakopmund. This can easily be combined, in a round trip, with the "Moon Landscape". You need to get a permit to visit Welwitschia Drive and one for the Moon Landscape. There are also a few smaller examples at the Petrified Forest about 40km from Khorixas. More info. Although the plant looks as if it has many leaves, it has only two, but as it is so old, it gets shredded by the wind., The leaves can spread for several metres across, and their roots go about a metre down. Their scientific name comes from the first European to describe it, Friedrich Welwitsch, and, from its marvellous ability to survive in such harsh, apparently waterless conditions. Detailed botanical info.

Reviewed By MitzouTexas

We were tired from extensive touring (three travelers) and thought of skipping this township visit. Are we glad we decided to join Nande Junia's 1/2 day explorer tour! Our guide was kind, informative, and had planned an interesting visit to one of Namibia's townships. "Township" being the local explanation in Africa for a town/village of minimally economic development. For the poorest citizens, basically with outdoor plumbing, very small living area, and few services. Here in Namibia, in this community, we discovered that Swakopmund was well maintained and harbored many interesting sights. Entrepreneurship all around, from the ladies who taught "clicking" to tourists to the a capella choir, singing for us during our homemade lunch in another house, we spent 4 hours being captivated by this slice of Africa. I recommend heartily this tour group. First-class all the way.

9. Namibian Tour

Namibia Adventure Travel Agency

One easily-managed booking includes stops at Namibia's must-see natural locations, including the Namib Desert, Etosha National Park, and the UNESCO World Heritage site. Our pre-planned and pre-booked vacation lets you relax and enjoy the journey, which includes transportation, lodging, meals, and activities, plus the benefit of a guide to provide insight into each destination as you travel. We have multiple departure dates and can accommodate private as well as group tours.

Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, National Park fees, Bottled water, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Light refreshments, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Breakfast, Dinner

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks, Snacks

10. 19-Day South West Safari Adventure Camping Tour from Livingstone

Victoria Falls Waterfront, Sichango Drive, Livingstone 60407, Zambia Acacia Africa

From Africa's premier attraction, Victoria Falls to its most beautiful city Cape Town via the worlds oldest desert, the Namib and the tranquillity of the Okavango Delta, dramatic Fish River Canyon and Etosha and Chobe game reserves this adventure safari is a superb introduction to southern Africa filled with adventure travel sights and activities.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Fully equipped safari vehicle , Camping and cooking equipment , All road tolls and vehicle taxes , All ground transportation , Sleeping mattress , Meals as indicated , Services of two crew, Mosi Oa Tunya NP, Victoria Falls Visit , Chobe NP, Fish Eagle Boat Cruise*, Chobe NP Open Vehicle Game Drive with Resident Guide* , Okavango Delta Wilderness Excursion, Mokoro/Walking Safari* , Kalahari Bushman Walk , Etosha NP, Game Drives , Spitzkoppe, Bushman Paintings , Sossusvlei shuttle & guided walk* , Dune 45, Sesriem Canyon

Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 400.00pp)*, Visas , Flights , Travel insurance , Departure taxes , Airport transfers , Sleeping bag , Optional activities , Drinks, tips , Items of a personal nature

Reviewed By bookeric

TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.

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