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Namibia Volunteer in Namibia

"Whether it was preparing food for the animals or cleaning enclosures, riding out into the veldt on horseback, where you get right up close to the zebra, giraffe or countless antelope species, plus get to be in the most incredible landscape."

Sarah Booth, UK

Namibia is bordered by South Africa, Botswana, Zambia and Angola and boasts an impressive 1572 km coastline. With an average of 300 days of sunshine annually, it is one of the sunniest countries in the world.  But its sunny days are equally matched by its starry nights.  Due to its low population density, there is virtually no light pollution, making it the perfect place to gain a spectacular viewing of the southern night sky.  Some even say that the milky way shines so bright that it actually casts a shadow.  Be it by day or night, the landscapes of Namibia offer a breathtaking experience.

It is also a country of extremes in many ways. It is home to sky-high sand dunes as well as vastly deep canyons. It has far-stretching harsh deserts as well as lush and humid floodplains. It has intensely hot and dry heat and impressive thunderstorms.  Volunteering in Namibia enables you to experience all these different variations, from the Desert Elephants in the Damaraland to the African Wild Dogs in the Mangetti and the Dolphins in Walvis Bay.  The peoples of Namibia, divided into a number of different ethnicities, are famed for being extremely welcoming and friendly. It is also home to some of the oldest groups of Southern Africa and possibly, the world. All in all, this country of extremes simply allows travellers to really feel the powerful immensity of nature.

Our Projects in Namibia

Geography and Climate

Namibia, often characterised by its harsh desert conditions, is actually divided largely into five geographical areas. This means there is some diversity across regions and there is the possibility to see different natural spectacles and experience various climatic conditions. With that said, immense heat is definitely a typical occurrence and temperatures can soar as high as 40°C in summer times.

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History and Culture

Namibia is a young nation, having only won independence in 1990. German and then South African colonisers held control of the country prior to this and many of the towns still demonstrate the intricate colonial architecture. Despite this, the multitude of ethnic groups across the country still hold closely onto ancient traditions and are famed for their relatively untouched culture and their unique beauty.

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