Self-Drive Safari in Etosha National Park!
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We're taking you along on our epic adventure to Namibia's Etosha National Park, where we got to witness the breathtaking beauty of Africa's Big Five animals. From majestic elephants to fierce lions to the rare rhinos and everything in between, we were in awe of the stunning wildlife that roams this incredible park. And of course, we couldn't forget about the giraffes, zebras, and other creatures that call Etosha home.
But the real highlight of Etosha National Park is the watering holes. At night, they are lit up and become the source of all the action. It's an incredible sight to see, as you get to witness the animals in their natural habitat, interacting with one another and drinking from the watering holes. You'll definitely want to have your camera ready for this!
During our trip, we had the unique opportunity to self-drive through the park in our rooftop camper truck. It was an amazing experience to be able to explore the park at our own pace, stopping to take in the sights and sounds of this stunning wilderness. We'll share our tips and tricks for navigating the park on your own and show you what it's like to camp under the stars in the heart of Africa.
So join us on this unforgettable adventure to Etosha National Park, as we witness the beauty of the Big Five animals, experience the magic of the watering holes, and go on a self-driving adventure through the wilderness. Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and the notification bell, so you don't miss out on any of our future travel adventures!
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Great video! I was in Etosha some weeks ago! Awesome place. 😊😎
Impress ❤
Great video ❤
This absolutely fantastic Africa safari
Etosha is one of the most beautiful parks in Afrika!
Bro that Elephant 😮
Enjoyed this and just completed my self drive there. Will be uploading in a couple of days.
@StNickTravels
Ай бұрын
Very cool! Just subscribed and will keep an eye out for your video!!
@Caribbeanlivinginnamibia
Ай бұрын
Much thanks & respect
A wonderful Video with lots of special sightings😍😍just amazing Namibia😍
Great adventure you must have had the time of your life wonderful
@StNickTravels
2 жыл бұрын
It was incredible! Highly recommend if you have the chance!
dope stuff guys
The watering hole you sat at was Okaukuejo, beautiful animals there all the time. There is Live camera set up there, many rhino still come.
@StNickTravels
Жыл бұрын
The watering holes at Etosha are so special! Definitely a safari bucket list!
Great video you guys. Love how you put it together too. A joy to watch!
Full marks for that Rhino reverse manuevre....
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Hi Nick, great video. We're just planning our trip to Namibia and found your videos super helpful. Would you be able to share your itinerary (days/where you spent the night) and perhaps where you would have loved to spend more time/would have loved to go if you had had more time? Thanks in advance! Enjoy your next trips
@StNickTravels
2 жыл бұрын
Of course! We would be happy to share our itinerary - please see below. Honestly, we do not know that there is anything that we would have spent more time on because we felt as though aside from Etosha, most of the spaces were perfect for just a day for us. We are people that like to wake up early and pack everything in though and, as you can see from the itinerary, it was a lot of driving so just something to note. We actually paired our two-week trip with a few days in Cape Town, South Africa! Namibia Itinerary (parenthesis are where we stayed that night) Day 1 - Windhoek Vehicle Pick up, Drive toward Etosha (Okahandja Country Hotel Campsite) Day 2 - Etosha (Halali Camp) Day 3 - Etosha (Okaukuejo Camp) Day 4 - Etosha (Olifanstrus Camp) Day 5 - Spitzkoppe (Spitzkoppe Community Restcamp) Day 6 - Cape Cross, Skeleton Coast, Swakopmund (Skeleton Beach Backpackers) Day 7 - Sandwich Harbor (Skeleton Beach Backpackers) Day 8 - Drive / Sossusvlei (Sesriem Camp) Day 9 - Sossusvlei / Drive (Luderitz Villelodge Accommodation) Day 10 - Kolmanskop / Drive (Windhoek Arrebusch Travel Lodge) If you have any other questions, let us know!
amazing video... really loved it. Next year in April I am going as well.
@khusroalam3248
2 жыл бұрын
btw are drones allowed?
@StNickTravels
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You will have a fantastic time I'm sure! The drone situation is a bit sticky and there are a lot of restrictions of where/how you can/can't fly. I'd recommend checking out more online!
At which waterholes did you see the rhinos?
@StNickTravels
2 жыл бұрын
We actually saw Rhinos at each of the three waterholes at the camps we stayed at (Halali, Okaukuejo, Olifanstrus). You can visit these during the day but we actually saw them every night at dusk and in the evening since the waterholes were lit up at night! Of the three safaris we have done, also including Kruger and Maasai Mara, Etosha is where we saw the most rhinos, by far!
Great video and amazing animal views, thank you for sharing. Do you mind sharing the location of the salt pan you mentioned in Etosha? We couldn't figure out where it is and would love to know. Thanks!
@StNickTravels
Жыл бұрын
Yes, this pin is the spot where you can get out of your car and walk on the pan! Enjoy! maps.app.goo.gl/PmFfDaWe9eAg7g7w6
Incredible and gorgeous place, it gives a small glimpse into what southern Africa looked like before European's arrived there in the 1600's and then of course went on to kill most animals in that area.
@StNickTravels
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! It's great to see the animal populations beginning to rise once again!
@prettynoose888
Жыл бұрын
@@StNickTravels Animal populations are rising in the area, that is wonderful to hear🙂
Thanks for the video. It is super informative and helpful. Did you guys bring meat into the park? Cuz I read that it is not allowed to bring the meat into the park. Where did you checklist book? How much does it cost?
@StNickTravels
2 жыл бұрын
Hello! We did bring in all of our groceries into the park, meat included, and did not see any signs stating otherwise. We got that little book at the store in Okaukuejo, the main camp in the park. Highly recommend as it was a fun way to identify and keep track of the animals we saw!
Thanku
Hi Great video!! Thanks for sharing it!! Looks like you were there end of August-do you know if there's huge change in weather, animal viewing etc in September?
@StNickTravels
2 жыл бұрын
Hi there! We were there in late-July / early-August. We think that the animal viewing in September would be pretty similar. It should be near the end of the dry season and dry season in Namibia is best as the animals congregate near the watering holes. We think it would be a great time, enjoy!
Great video 🤩👍 witch month did you visit Etosha ?
@StNickTravels
Жыл бұрын
We were there right at the end of July! Planning a trip there yourself?
@jeromecarlier1713
Жыл бұрын
@@StNickTravels In summer 2022, I visited the west of the USA (San Francisco-Yosemite-Detah Valley-Las Vegas -Zion-Bryce-Monument Valley-Grand Canyon-Road 66-LA-Big Sur), awesome !! Best trip ever ! Now, in 2023, it is time for saving money again 😅 and Namibia is planned for May 2024 🤞 Thank you again for sharing !
@StNickTravels
Жыл бұрын
@@jeromecarlier1713 That sounds wonderful That sounds wonderful, I am sure you will have an amazing time! Let us know if you have any other questions!
@bulwyld
Жыл бұрын
@@StNickTravels yes… trip is planned in May 2024 (long time to wait before discover the fabulous country 😅).
@StNickTravels
Жыл бұрын
@@bulwyld Ah yes, the wait is hard, but it will be well worth it!!!
awesome video 😍 which company did you guys rent a car from?
@StNickTravels
2 жыл бұрын
We did Advanced Hire and they were great! Reasonable prices, super communicative, and a quality vehicle. Highly recommend! www.advancedcarhire.com/
神よ、ナミビアの砂漠に樹木と大きな水場と川をお授け下さい‼️
The animals can smell the food in the backseat of the vehicle. Remove your dark glasses too.
Not sure about advertising rhino
The animals are bored with turists
The rhino and elephant don't like American accents
Horrendous soundtrack.