Luxury Namibia
Family Trips
made for you
Adventure time
Go sandboarding and quadbiking
In the wild
Head out on exciting safari drives
Shipwrecks and beaches
Explore the beautiful Skeleton Coast
Adventure, luxury and wildlife for the thrill-seeking family
On a family trip to Namibia plenty of adventure awaits. It’s a destination to suits families with older children and teenagers. Spend your days exploring the astoundingly beautiful country in safari vehicles, with loads of time spent out and about on foot, hiking, quad biking and sandboarding.
Imagine traversing the ancient dunes of Sossusvlei in a private hot air balloon with your family, watching the sunrise paint the desert in hues of gold and red, or embarking on exhilarating quad bike excursions across the lunar-like landscapes of the Skeleton Coast. Bespoke lodges, tucked away in the wilderness, provide elegant and comfortable homes away from home with private plunge pools and stargazing decks, ensuring both parents and teens find their own space to unwind. Tailored experiences, like private wildlife drives in Etosha National Park, where teenagers can photograph desert elephants and lions, sandboarding or quad biking in Swakopmund or guided hikes through the Fish River Canyon, cater to their sense of adventure and discovery, creating lasting family memories.
Another massive draw for families with teens is that there’s a predominantly low risk of malaria here, unless you’ll be spending any time in Etosha.
Highlights
Spend time sandboarding and quad biking in and around Swakopmund
Go hunting for shipwrecks in the waves along the Skeleton Coast
Enjoy private wildlife drives in Etosha National Park
Namibia's not just another family trip; it's where your teens can ditch the screens and dive into real adventure, like quad biking on the Skeleton Coast or stargazing under a billion stars. Plus, you get to do it all in style, with luxury lodges and experiences that'll have you all making lasting memories.
Jody van Merode
Senior Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Namibia
Why book with Jacada?
Family expertise
We offer extensive knowledge and years of expertise in crafting family trips for all generations. Some of our travel designers have first-hand experience of travelling with their own families, providing invaluable tips and advice based on their own travels.
Tailored experiences
To ensure every family member’s passions and wishes are fulfilled, each trip we plan is tailored for families of all ages. Led by trusted guides, activities will captivate your family’s interests, while respecting the landscapes and communities you visit.
Perfect planning
Balancing activity and relaxation is key to a successful family trip. Keeping everyone engaged matters, and so does finding time to unwind. We know how to strike the perfect balance between adventure and downtime, and the best destinations to enjoy both.
Trip Inspiration
Where to go
Damaraland
Damaraland is home to the open-air gallery of Twyfelfontein. Here, you will find thousands of ancient engravings made by the indigenous San people – making this UNESCO World Heritage Site a must-see in Namibia.
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Etosha National Park
Known as the 'Place of Mirages', Etosha National Park's incredible landscapes range from vast savannahs to silver salt pans. Keep an eye out for herds of blue wildebeest and desert elephants.
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Kaokoland
This is one of Namibia’s most remote and inaccessible areas. In Kaokoland, you can meet the Himba and learn about their traditional lifestyle on a cultural safari. In the region, you can also spot desert elephants, giraffes and black rhinos.
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Kunene River
Flowing from Angola into Namibia, the Kunene River is the only perennial water source in the entire region. From here, embark on nature drives and boating excursions in search of Nile crocodiles. You can also venture further and explore remote mountains, river valleys and waterfalls.
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Okonjima Nature Reserve
Enjoy unrivalled game viewing experiences at Okonjima Nature Reserve. It is arguably one of the best places to spot predators in Namibia. Head out on exhilarating game drives and nature trails to track Big Cats that have been rehabilitated by the AfriCat foundation.
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Sossusvlei
With some of the most surreal landscapes on the planet, Sossusvlei is known for its rust-coloured ridges of sand and mosaics of cracked clay soil. It is located in the Namib-Naukluft National Park and is one of the oldest and driest ecosystems on the planet. Visit during the months of October to April to see the desert transform with bright desert flowers blanketing the dunes.
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Swakopmund and Walvis Bay
These two towns are located between the Namib Desert and Skeleton Coast and are the ideal base to explore the natural wonders of the region. Adventure sports are some of the best things to do in Swakopmund and Walvis Bay. Skydiving, dune boarding, quad biking and scenic balloon flights are some of the many incredible experiences waiting for you.
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The NamibRand Reserve
As one of the largest private reserves in Southern Africa, the NamibRand Reserve aims to help protect and conserve the unique ecology and wildlife of the south-west Namib Desert. Its vast vistas make for some incredible sunset views. The NamibRand Reserve also lies in one of the darkest regions on earth, making it one of the best places to go stargazing.
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The Skeleton Coast
The Skeleton Coast offers varied landscapes of lengthy beaches, towering sand dunes, secret rivers and mesmerising canyons. Board a flying safari to spot on the skeletal remains of vessels and large concentrations of seal colonies.
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Windhoek
Namibia’s vibrant capital city, Windhoek is an interesting gateway to the rest of the country. The city is dotted with fascinating buildings that look like they belong in northern Europe. This is due to a legacy of German colonialism. Take a walking city tour to learn more about its dynamic history and rich culture.
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When to visit
Namibia is a great place to visit all year round and rarely sees any rain except in the east. The best time to see wildlife on a Namibia luxury safari is usually between June and October.
Safari
July–November
Desert Flowers
October–April
Sossusvlei
July–September
Namibia Travel Guides
Plan your family trip to Namibia
Whatever you want from family your adventure in Namibia, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
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If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.
