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Luxury Kaokoland Safari
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Discovering remote Kaokoland's wildlife and culture
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Wildlife tracking

Look for lions and desert-adapted elephants

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Natural beauty

Explore the stunning landscapes

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Truly unwind

Relax at a luxurious camp or lodge

One of Africa's last true wildernesses and home to the Himba

Covering the north west swathe of the Kunene Region right up to the Kunene River and the northern border of Angola, lies one of Africa’s last true wildernesses where the land offers a truly adventurous escape.

Enjoy guided driving tours in Koakoland, take scenic flights over the Marienfluss valley, or head out on safari to see desert elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, as well as the more common game of zebras, giraffes and antelopes. In the north, one of the natural highlights of this beautiful region is Epupa Falls, on the Angolan border.  Beyond the natural beauty, taking time to visit Puros villages gives you the opportunity to meet with members of the Himba and Herero communities, learning about their cultures and traditions in a meaningful and considerate way.

As one of Namibia’s most remote and inaccessible areas which itself goes hand in hand with its adventurous allure, many of the roads in this region are in poor condition so travelling by light aircraft as part of a wider flying safari or reaching the handful of the region’s sophisticated lodges, is the only way to explore the area to the full.

 

Highlights

Meet with members of the Himba tribe and learn about their traditions

Go on game drives to track the rare desert adapted elephants, black rhino and lions

Immerse yourself in the beauty of true remote wilderness

If you're looking to truly escape, Kaokoland is the perfect destination. It's wildly beautiful, you'll get to meet the welcoming Himba people, and revel in a mix of unadulterated adventure and elegant luxury.

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Tor Saner

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Luxury accommodation in Kaokoland

There are many incredible places to stay in Kaokoland. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

Why book with Jacada?

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Safari expertise

Our experts bring decades of first-hand expertise. They’ve lived and travelled across Africa and are regularly on the ground reviewing the most exclusive camps and experiences. You’ll also have the support of a personal concierge, based in region.

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Unforgettable guides

We handpick the most knowledgeable guides, who bring each destination to life with care and passion. They’re chosen for their ability to provide unrivalled insight into the region’s wildlife and landscapes as well as a genuine, memorable experience.

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Positive impact

By travelling with us, you directly support a range of initiatives spanning wildlife conservation to community engagement. Our luxury trips are designed to prioritise experiences that are positive for you and the places you visit.

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Whatever you want from your Kaokoland adventure, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

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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.

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Safari

July–November

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Desert Flowers

October–April

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Sossusvlei

July–September

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Whatever you want from your adventure in Kaokoland, 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.

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