Etosha National Park

Etosha is different. Although it's mainly arid, enormous quantities of Africa's finest wildlife are supported by a relative abundance of permanent water springs. The vegetation is varied, but sparse meaning that, depsite the park's vast size, it is easy to view. Pause by the waterholes - by day and under floodlights by night as a steady procession of animals pass through for a much needed drink.

In the dry winter months, the animals naturally congregate around the the water sources - contact springs, artesian wells, man-made waterholes - that surround the edge of the pan. This means you can pack your cooler box, choose your waterhole and sit back with a pair of binoculars and watch the show...

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Formed in 1907, Etosha is one of the oldest and largest African national parks. Meaning "Great White Place", the predominant feature of the Etosha NP is the Etosha Salt Pan covering 110km by 60kms at its widest point.

The pan covers approximately ¼ of the park and floods after heavy rains which, in turn feeds a series of permanent springs. Enormous quantities of animals survive here because of the relative abundance of permanent water. Spot game by day and sip sun-downers overlooking the wildlife at waterholes by night.

Stay within the park in protected camp sites or recently upgraded comfortable bungalows. Alternatively choose from numerous private reserves bordering the main section of the park for luxury lodges, wild tented camps, and the most attentive of personal services. Browse the accommodation list on the right to find your ideal spot!

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Page last updated on 07 Dec 2009