Namibia Guides

Here, we have put together some helpful guides on Namibia and what experiences you could enjoy when visiting. These have been written by our knowledgeable Southern Africa experts.

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Visa requirements for UK and USA passport holders

We've outlined the visa requirements for UK & USA passport holders travelling to Africa. Other nationalities should check the current entry requirements.

16 May 2024

Travel Insurance - Don't travel without it!

Travel insurance is often viewed by clients as an extra cost that can be avoided. At Yellow Zebra however we insist that all travellers are fully insured for their trip. This blog covers the major reasons why travel insurance is essential.

29 April 2024

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YZ’s Favourite Photographic Hides in Africa

A photographic hide gives you the unique opportunity to view wildlife, unbeknown to the animals, at an angle you don’t get from bumping around in a vehicle or trying to approach on foot.

By Emma | 16 April 2024

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Best Places to see Rhinos in Africa

Below, we’ve selected our top places in Africa to see rhinos, from walking safaris in remote Zimbabwe to conservation excursions with the ‘Save the Rhino’ trackers in Namibia.

25 March 2024

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The Best Places to See Lions in Africa

A member of the Big Five, for good reason is the lion considered King of Beasts! Here’s the YZ guide to the best places to see lions in the wild in Africa.

20 March 2024

Top Places to See Elephants in Africa

Here, you’ll find the YZ top 12 places to see elephants as well as our recommended safari camp or lodge. We reckon there’s something to suit all types of travellers here!

26 February 2024

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Africa’s Most Instagramable Tubs: The YZ Top 27 Open-Air Baths

You might think it ludicrous to travel all the way to Africa for a bath but just take a look at these amazing outdoor tubs!

13 February 2023

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Our Safaris

We categorise our types of safari into three budgets: best-value safaris, classic safaris, and luxury safaris.

09 August 2022

Luggage weight limits when travelling to Africa

Here, we answer your questions on luggage limits and bag sizes when travelling to Africa. Airlines can be very strict on baggage limits, so it’s important to double-check your limit before you travel.

24 February 2022

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Top most romantic sleep-outs and star beds

Here's our top best star beds and sleep-outs in Africa. With large beds and mosquito nets, you can experience a night under the stars without sacrificing any of your favourite luxuries.

By Kirsten | 14 February 2022

What to do in Sossusvlei: An Adventure Through The Namib Desert

During an amazing trip to Namibia, I spent three days in Sossusvlei, and although I might have only seen the odd oryx and jackal the visit was one of the highlights of my holiday, and I wouldn’t have wanted to have spent any less time there!

By James | 10 February 2022

Namibia and Botswana: A Trip for the Safari Connoisseur

Choosing the right safari destination can be a real challenge with so many amazing experiences on offer. For this reason many people opt to combine countries, cherry-picking the most unique experiences from each, to create a truly bespoke trip.

09 February 2022

Is This Namibia's Most Unique Camp?

Our Sales Director, James visited Namibia on an annual educational safari and explains why Wilderness Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp is one of Africa’s finest properties, and with the services to match!

By James | 08 February 2022

What to Consider When Planning Your Trip..

Planning a safari can be very hard and it is difficult to get your head around everything you need to do. These 10 points should help you get the exact trip that you want, at a price that you like and with the best itinerary!

08 March 2021

The YZ 'Top 5' safaris in Africa

Choosing where to go on safari can be somewhat daunting! With so many first-class countries to consider, and so many different environments, species, sights, and activities to choose from, planning a trip can leave you feeling completely confused!

17 November 2020

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East Africa or Southern Africa – where to safari?

Can’t decide whether you should go to East Africa or Southern Africa for your safari? Here we take a look at both areas, so you can work out which is the right destination for you:

14 April 2020

Questions to ask before you go on a safari

So you've booked your safari, you're very excited, you’re looking forward to the adventure of a lifetime… however, you have some questions! We've compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions plus answers!

By Julian | 12 March 2020

Best Camera Equipment for an African Safari

Below, along with YZ co-founder Julian Carter-Manning, professional photographers Will Burrard-Lucas and Marc Muench talk through their recommendations and offer a few tricks on how to snap that perfect safari photograph:

08 January 2020

Where to Go Fly Camping in Africa

Fly camping takes sleep-outs to a whole new level. Think camp fire, think bush dinner, think lying under a four-poster bed mosquito net or in a boma-type enclosure seeing the Milky Way like you've never seen it before!

By Emma | 29 June 2016

The Ultimate African Bucket List

With some many incredible destinations in Safari Africa, our bucket list is never-ending. However, there are a few things that we think make up the ultimate African bucket list:

By Julian | 29 October 2015

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Namibia Guides

Visa requirements for UK and USA passport holders

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