The 7 Best Campsites in Namibia – a Guide to Sleep under the Most Beautiful Skies

Last Updated on 27 January 2026 by Cycloscope

In Namibia, we slept in some of the most beautiful campsites we have ever seen. Here are our 7 Best Campsites in Namibia.

In Namibia, we slept in some of the most beautiful campsites we have ever seen. Camping is very popular in Namibia; during our 20-day road trip across the Country, we camped every day (besides a B&B in Windhoek), and in this article, we list the 7 best campsites in Namibia. 

Of course, there are many more amazing camping spots; if you have been in any you wish were included in this guide, let us know in the comments section.

The Campsites in Namibia are usually located in scenic areas and often offer a swimming pool, private ablutions, electricity, and braai facilities. 

The average price goes from 100 NAD to 250 NAD (6 to 14 USD) per person per night. Camping in the wild is not allowed in the National Parks.

In other areas, it is, but you never know whether you’re on private property. You should ask the landlord for permission; you don’t want to be woken by an angry farmer in the middle of the night. 

The 7 Best Campsites in Namibia

Here are the 7 campsites in Namibia we preferred. This list is not a ranking but follows the chronological order of our journey. If you are interested in our 2-week Namibia road trip itinerary, read our article: Self-Drive Namibia: Road Trip Itineraries and Ideas.

1. Sossus Oasis Camp Site

After a night spent in Windhoek, we started our Namibian Road Trip toward the South. Once you arrive in Sesriem, at the village petrol station (the only one), you can book a spot at the nearby campsite and pay there; they accept Visa.

They also offer Wi-Fi vouchers at reception, which only work around the station, where there is a small antenna.

The campsite is called Sossus Oasis Campsite, and it was the cheapest option we could find just outside the park. They have private camping spots (with private ablutions) or common ones (with shared ablutions). 

We booked a shared campsite for 175 NAD per person; prices may vary by season. There is a nice swimming pool, hot showers, braai facilities, and oryx walking inside the campsite early in the morning. 

There are a few spots, given the number of tourists entering the park each day. Especially during peak season or national holidays, it is advisable to book the camping spot in advance. You can do it online here or by calling +27219304564.

Very close to the campsite, there is a small airport from where you can fly over the dunes, or even to the coast. You can view the flight itineraries and prices here.

2. Spitzkoppe Campsite

About 120 km from Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe is a paradise for hiking and camping. We recommend staying inside the park; the view is excellent, and it is cheaper than camping outside. 

If you camp outside, you might have better facilities available, but you’ll have to pay for the entrance to the Park (120 NAD per person), which is otherwise included if you sleep inside (camping + entrance fee 210 NAD per person).

Also, sleeping outside means that you will not be able to enjoy the sunrise and sunset. During the night, the Southern African sky offers a spectacular show. You can rent a telescope in Windhoek to view the constellations and planets, or simply relax and watch the bright sky.

At the entrance, you will receive a map to help you navigate the main attractions and viewpoints. There are 31 campsites available, 4 of which are reserved for overlanders only.

Based on our experience, it doesn’t appear you need to book in advance. You can complete the online form on the official website for more information, or email [email protected].

There are a few rock-painting sites; one is just along the road, and the other, Bushmen’s Paradise, requires climbing a rock using a chain. In both cases you need a guide, they are already there and there is no fixed fee, you’ll give them a tip at the end of the tour. 

3. Nowhere Camping

After a relaxing time in Swakopmund and visiting the Cape Cross seals reserve, we kept driving toward the Skeleton Coast, and we decided to stay at the last campsite before the Park: St Nowhere Camping. 

We decided not to camp; it was too cold in July, and it was a very windy day. The price for a bungalow was very convenient, around 35 USD, with two bedrooms, a fully furnished kitchen, a private bathroom a fridge, and a huge freezer for the fishermen who came here during the weekends. 

There are also bigger bungalows that can accommodate up to 8 people. There is a small shop on-site where you can purchase basic goods, meat, and wood.

They also have a restaurant, but it was closed; they likely open it for large groups or for people who book in advance. The closest grocery shop is 100 km (62 miles) away, in Hentiesbaai.

The place is simple but so special, we really felt like we were at the end of the world. We took a walk on the beach: bones of seals, hyenas, and jackals’ footprints everywhere. You can go on a horse ride around the beach. It was one of the highlights of our trip. 

In the summer months, camping is much more pleasant than in winter; there are beach campsites with private ablutions and wind protection, or slightly cheaper ones with shared bathrooms.

4. Hais Ra Campsite

There are many campgrounds near the Petrified Forest. We camped at Hais Ra, one of the most beautiful campsites we slept in Namibia. 150 NAD per person with private ablution or 400 NAD for Tented Camps.

There is a bar with cold beers and a swimming pool with a nice view. On request, you can order breakfast and dinner (at a premium), and the construction of a common kitchen is underway.

Close by, you can visit the Petrified Forest, a National Monument, a perfect stop if you are traveling to or from the Skeleton Coast. If you are interested, please see our article: The 280 Million-Year-Old Petrified Forest of Namibia.

5. Epupa Falls Lodge and Campsite

We continued north, driving to Epupa Falls via Opuwo (stop in town if you can; you’ll see all the ethnic groups of Namibia together). The falls are located along the Kunene River, the natural border between Angola and Namibia.

At Epupa Falls, we stayed at Epupa Falls Lodge & Campsite, which also offers rooms, a bar, a restaurant, a swimming pool, massages, prepaid Wi-Fi vouchers, and laundry service. The campsite is on the river, a few minutes’ walk from the falls.

It felt so good to finally see trees and water again, so we decided to stay two nights. Big baobabs, makalani palms, wild figs, and medicinal plants I don’t know the name of. A sort of oasis in the desert.

Visiting the falls is free; guided tours are available, but they charge 250 NAD (17 USD) per person, so we went on our own.

Apparently, there is a 40 NAD entry fee if you take the upper road, but no one was there to collect it. The bottom path is free, and basically, the view is the same.

In the village, you’ll find some basics at the shop. Outside the camp, there is a Himba market where traditional jewelry and other souvenirs are sold.

If you are interested, the Epupa Falls are featured in the first season of the Amazon Series “The Grand Tour”, episode 8.

6. Okaukuejo (Etosha National Park)

We entered Etosha NP via the North Gate (King Nehale Gate), drove to Halali, and exited via the East Gate (Namutoni Gate).

Etosha National Park is one of the most famous National parks in Southern Africa and among the least expensive. For SADC citizens, the entrance fee is 100 NAD per adult per day; for foreigners, it is 150 NAD plus 50 NAD for the car. 

Camping is the only way to see animals such as rhinos and lions; they generally go to the nearby waterhole at night. Okaukuejo Camping offers rooms as well.

Remember that there are a few campsites in Etosha National Park, and with tour buses visiting, they fill up quickly. It is advisable to book in advance.

That said, we were not particularly impressed, likely because we had already been on several safaris in other African countries.

The road inside the park is good and can be done with a 2×4 car for the most part. In my opinion, camping inside the park is advisable only if you are highly passionate about safaris, or it is your first time visiting a National Park in Africa.

7. Mbezi Camping, Kongola, Caprivi Strip

Mbezi Campsite in Kongola is a pearl, a new place two local guys, Beaven and Allen, are building on the river, on the other side of the Kwando Game Park. You can find all the information and contacts on iOverlander.

Very affordable: 120 NAD per person. Private, basic but clean ablutions at every site, with flush toilets and a hot shower provided by a donkey.

Every site has a solar-powered electrical point for charging electrical equipment. Camping 6 is the most beautiful, with grass and shade under big trees.

All the camping spots are on the river. We saw various antelope and heard a resident hippo. It is possible to pitch your tent inside the hut if you, like me, do not want to meet a hippo while going to the toilet at night.

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