26 Reasons Why Visiting Namibia Is a Terrible Idea

NamibiaTravel Hacks

Jun 9

Written By Daryll Williams

Written by Daryll Williams

1. Namibia is very boring

A traveller kicks back on a hammock.

2. The country’s way too big

The iconic sand dunes of Namibia.

3. There are small populations of animals

Elephant, zebra and buck gather at a waterhole.

4. And they don’t practice social distancing

Seals congregate at the Cape Cross seal colony

5. The baby animals aren’t even cute

Cheetah laze in the shade of a tree.

6. The birdlife is blah

Some flamingo hang out in a body of water.

7. It all looks pretty average

The lush, watery landscape of Epupa Falls.

8. The cities are rather unremarkable

An expansive view of the capital Windhoek

9. As are the roadsides

Namibia’s roadsides are often filled with surprises.

10. The beaches are boring

A typical Namibian beach scene is filled lots of sunshine and warm water.

11. The trees are stupid

The iconic trees of deadvlei as a highlight in their own right.

12. The sunsets are dull

Just another visceral sunset in Namibia.

13. You can’t find a good place to eat

A candlelit dinner in the forest - just another way to spend an evening in Namibia.

14. Let alone a spot for a drink

The drink stop on a safari is one of our favourites.

15. The landscapes don’t manage to impress

The desert meets the ocean at Sandwich Harbour.

16. Because it’s mostly sand anyway

One of the beautiful abandoned, sand-filled houses in Kolmanskop

17. The dunes are a waste of time

A traveller rides a quad bike across a sand dune.

18. What you’ll see is pretty routine

A herd of elephant approach a waterhole.

19. And you’ll have to rough it most of the time

A hot air balloon floats across the desert.

20. There’s no history

The legendary rock paintings at the Brandberg Massif are a must-see.

21. Stargazing is not a thing

A starry night sky over Spitzkoppe is the perfect way to end off your day.

22. The locals are unwelcoming

A local Herero woman shows off her designs.

23. No traditions either

A Himba woman smiles with the expansive Namibian landscape in the background.

24. What landmarks?

The beautiful colonial architecture of Swakopmund is a highlight in its own right.

25. You’ll spend most of your time daydreaming anyway

A traveller stares at the Namibian night sky.

26. Honestly, where’s the thrill in all of this?

A traveller sits in the sand dunes and reflects.

Do you think we are joking? Well, Namibia is truly incredible. But don’t take our word for it. Why not go see for yourself? Check out our website for any enquiries and have a look on our Instagram for more epic pictures.

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Daryll Williams

Loves: Hikes, non-fiction books and Oxford comma politics.

Hates: Tardiness and liquorice.

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