The remoteness, the sense of adventure, and the abundance of wildlife and stunning nature, all make Namibia a fabulous place to have a family holiday. Namibia is beautiful year round and with so many exciting things to do, including going on a wildlife safari both the adults and the children will never be bored for a moment.
Most African adventure holidays include options that are family friendly, not just in what they offer in terms of things to do, but also in terms of the price. There are plenty of affordable tour packages available to choose from that will take the family from one exciting place to the next.
While you could go elsewhere in Africa, perhaps somewhere that requires a bit of a shorter flight, Namibia is worth every moment of your travelling and every cent you decide to spend on it. When travelling with your children you should plan your trip for during the school holiday so that you can spend more time in the country, and not feel as though the experience is a rushed one.
One of the most valuable things that you can give to your children is the gift of travel and to fall in love with the idea of seeing new places. Namibia can be one of the most fascinating places for a child to see, and if you are still on the fence about whether or not you should plan an family holiday to this desert nation, here are 5 reasons to book a tour right after reading this.
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Trips here are perfect for a wildlife safari
Wildlife will always be a thrill to see, especially if this is your first time in Africa. And if it is so exciting for you, just imagine how incredible it will be for your child. Often children can become bored when they are on holiday, but when travelling across the land, on the lookout for wildlife, they might just stay engaged a little while longer.
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Walk the sand dunes
Namibia is famous for its sand dunes, and the immense mounds provide endless fun for the little ones as they walk up the sand and then slide all the way back down. Most Namibia holidays include time in the desert and day trips to the dunes.
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Have endless fun in the playgrounds
Namibian towns have a couple of playgrounds where your children can have endless amounts of fun. These playgrounds are your more conventional type, complete with swings and slides, and they are a great place for children to spend a few hours.
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Minimal risks
Namibia is a safe place for the whole family. Not only is the crime minimal in most parts of the country, and especially in those out of reach places, but there is also a very low risk of contracting malaria.
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A phenomenal climate
There are very few rainy days in Namibia so you don’t have to worry about entertaining the children indoors. Namibia has great weather year round, making it one of the best outdoor nations in the world.