Things to do in Namibia

Discover Windhoek like a local

In my opinion Windhoek’s interesting because of its history, architecture, culture and food…not to mention we’re very happy people…

By Nathan Nevonga

Tour Guide

On a city tour, we pick you up and drive towards the city centre stopping at the distinct looking Germanic Christuskirche. It’s overlooked by the Independence Memorial Museum where we climb to the top to grasp Windhoek’s size and take in the cityscape. We then walk to Parliament and its peaceful green gardens before visiting the old Cape-Dutch style railway station dating back to the colonial era. Afterwards we head to the colourful Post Street Mall, a popular shopping street also renown for displaying around 30 meteorite chunks discovered in Namibia. There’s time for souvenir shopping at an open-air craft market before we hop in the car towards the township of Katutura.

On the way, we drive past the Old Location (now a modern suburb), a black settlement created in 1912 before its community were forcibly relocated to Katutura. Next we stop at Penduka, a non-profit project on the shoreline of the Goreangab Reservoir where women hailing from Katutura use their skills as artisans to weave beautiful products such as canvas bags and embroidered towels.

Tour Katutura itself to learn of its politics, meet the people and hear some of the local language. What’s not always emphasised in guidebooks are that the local people – especially in the townships – are super friendly. My favourite memory is when I went to one of the shebeens (neighbourhood pub) with a large group of 18 people. I thought it was going to be a ten-minute thing, but we ended up staying there for three hours! The group sacrificed their dinner reservation but didn’t mind. They went back home with a suitcase of good memories.

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Namibia Explorer Tour
by Helen Austin

Length13 Days

Price range£4,795 - £5,075pp

Alfred & Nathan Nevonga

Nathan grew up on a game farm where in the countryside, he developed a deep love for nature. Thus from an early age, he was keen to become a full-time tour guide which would allow him to spend the majority of his time outdoors. After graduating and obtaining a level 3 National Tour Guide Certificate, he worked as a field guide at Erindi Private Game Reserve for six years before moving to Okonjima Nature Reserve all the while developing his knowledge of flora and fauna. In January 2019, he joined Sense of Africa, as a permanent tour guide where he is able to live out his passion with enthusiasm.

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Malcolm Holcroft

Africa Travel Expert for Alfred&

Malcolm has spent over 25 years exploring the world. His passion for wildlife meant he always wanted to experience a true safari. And where better to do so than in Africa! Trips to Kenya, Tanzania, and South Africa have gained him specialist knowledge of the destinations, as well as the incredible wildlife residing there. A couple of standout memories are the tranquility of Ol Pejeta rhino sanctuary and the drama of witnessing a cheetah kill in the Mara.
Justine Nuxas

Assistant Lodge Manager at Elegant Desert Camp

Justine Nuxas hails from Tsumeb in north-central Namibia. After completing a travel and tourism course through the San Development Programme, Justine took an internship with the prestigious Godwana Collection and has spent 12 years working her way up to the position of Assistant Lodge Manager at Elegant Desert Camp. Justine is passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience with younger Namibian staff.
Raymond Inichab

Head of Hata Angu Cultural Tours

Born in Damaraland, Raymond Inichab moved to Swakopmund for school and fell in love with the Skeleton Coast. A visiting American couple introduced him to snowboarding and he eventually got to learn the sport in Germany and Austria. Upon returning to Swakopmund, Raymond established Hata Angu, a tour company specialising in sandboarding trips and cultural tours.
Garry Roberts

General Manger of the Onguma Collection

Originally from Cape Town, Garry Roberts has over 35 years of experience in the hotel industry across Southern Africa for brands such as Sun City and Holiday Inns. He joined the Onguma Collection almost ten years ago and is now the General Manager for their five top-end lodges and two deluxe camping areas. Garry has an ardent passion for diverse cultures, food, cooking, wine and travel.
Ivan E. Kasozi

General Manager of The Strand Hotel Swakopmund

Born in Uganda, Ivan Kasozi has been working in the hotel industry since 1995. His career includes managing teams in resorts, city hotels and safari destinations across Africa, from Zimbabwe to Botswana and Namibia. Ivan is now the general manager at the Strand Hotel Swakopmund and is passionate about team building and providing an exceptional guest experience.
Mark de Wet

Owner of Swakopmund Fat Bike Tours

Growing up in Namibia, Mark de Wet developed a passion for nature and the outdoors. After completing his degree, Mark travelled and surfed his way around the world before settling in Ireland for work, where he started mountain biking. Mark eventually moved back to Namibia, where he discovered fat bikes and launched Swakopmund Fat Bike Tours.