Etosha National Park

A realm of Namibian wildlife

Country

Namibia

Regions

Etosha Est

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Etosha National Park, covering 22,270 km², is one of the largest wildlife reserves in southern Africa and a must-see attraction in Namibia. A true natural sanctuary, it offers one of the most compelling displays of wildlife anywhere in the world. The park is home to 114 mammal species, including the black rhinoceros, for which it serves as a last natural refuge, as well as 340 bird species, 110 reptile species, 16 amphibian species and, remarkably, a single fish species.

Its name, meaning “great white place,” comes from the Etosha Pan, a dried-up inland sea millions of years old, 120 km long and 72 km wide, once fed by the Kunene River. This vast expanse, accounting for 25% of the park’s surface area, turns a pale white under the sun and briefly fills with water during the rainy season, creating striking reflections and mirages.

At that time, the park draws thousands of birds, including flamingos, in a remarkable display of colour. Early morning or late afternoon photo safaris allow you to watch animals come to drink at the waterholes and capture unique scenes of wildlife at the heart of the Namibian desert.

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