What makes the Skeleton Coast special?

Atlantic surf meets Namib dunes under Benguela fog, with shipwreck beaches, seal colonies and desert-adapted wildlife including elephants and brown hyena along dry riverbeds.

How do I visit and where should I stay?

The northern park is fly-in only, which pairs perfectly with Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp. A hallmark day includes drives down the Hoanib to the ocean and a scenic flight back across dunes.

When is the best time to go?

May to October is dry with crisp visibility and focused wildlife on riverbeds. November to April is green with moody skies and coastal fog. We match pacing to your dates.

Is it suitable for families, couples or solo travelers?

Yes. We tailor routing, activities and camp selection to your travel style, with private guiding available for unhurried days in one of Africa’s most remote landscapes.

SKELETON COAST

Namibia’s Skeleton Coast is where the Atlantic meets the Namib’s dunes and gravel plains. Fog-bound shores, shipwrecks and crashing waves give way to dry riverbeds that draw desert-adapted elephant, giraffe and oryx. From Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp, explore wild valleys by day and starlit, wind-carved silence by night.

Explore Experience Inspiration

Hoanib River oasis and desert mountains glowing at sunset on the Skeleton Coast, Namibia

QUICK FACTS
Hoanib River
Desert elephants
Brown hyena
Benguela fog
Seal colonies

Desert adapted lion crossing a dry riverbed beside a Hoanib Skeleton Coast safari vehicle, Namibia

Cape fur seal colony crowding Atlantic rocks along Namibia's wild Skeleton Coast

Fog, Dunes & Desert Life

At dawn, track elephant along the Hoanib River as oryx and giraffe cross pale plains. Continue to the Atlantic for shipwreck shores and seal colonies, then fly over dune seas back to camp. Evenings bring violet sunsets, bright stars and fireside storytelling.

Experiences & Highlights

Plan Desert Expeditions with guided drives and walks, the signature Skeleton Coast excursion with a scenic flight, and golden-hour Photography Safaris. Add Heli Tours, alfresco Bush Dining and Stargazing. Hosted from Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp, contemporary comfort set within one of Africa’s most remote, otherworldly landscapes.