Namibia is characterized by its desert habitat. The harsh environment forms a magnificent backdrop for a different kind of safari. Animal populations are smaller, but sightings in this sparse setting tend to be rewarding. Not to be missed is Etosha Pan, the largest salt pan in Africa and a seasonal wildlife magnet. The open, arid landscape of Namibia doesn’t support animals in great numbers, but you’ll certainly have no trouble seeing the ones that do live here. These include plenty of wildebeest, zebra, lion and elephant, with large groups congregating in Etosha. The country is particularly good for seeing cheetah, which are widespread, while the more elusive black rhino and brown hyena confine themselves to coastal locations.
Overview
Etosha is the most popular park of Namibia with variety of wildlife viewing. The park is made of vast Etosha pan surrounded by water sources that are usually crowded by a large number of animals in dry season.You can sight four of the Big Five except the Buffaloes. Wildlife viewing is outstanding in the Dry season (May to October) when animals converge around water sources. You can abundantly view elephant, big herds of giraffes, blue wildebeest, zebra, springbok and gemsbok. Black rhinos are present and Big cats are easily sighted early in the morning.
