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Overview
Khaudum National Park lies in north-eastern Namibia, on the border with Botswana, south of the Zambezi Region. It’s one of the country’s wildest and least visited parks, with deep Kalahari sand, dry woodland and fossil riverbeds called omiramba.
There are no fences on the Botswana side, so animals move freely across the border. The park has no shops or fuel, and the sandy tracks are among the toughest in Namibia.
Khaudum rewards travellers who are well prepared. Waterholes along the omiramba attract large herds in the dry season, and the basic campsites at Sikereti and Khaudum feel truly remote.
Wildlife & Biodiversity
Wildlife
Khaudum has large numbers of elephants and is one of the best places in Namibia to see wild dogs and roan antelope. Lion, leopard, spotted hyena, kudu, tsessebe and eland are also present.
Birds
More than 300 bird species have been recorded.
Best Time to Visit
Short answer: May to October, in the dry season, when animals gather at water and the bush thins out.
| Months | Season | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| May – Aug | Cool, dry season | Pleasant days and cold nights. Good game viewing. |
| Sep – Oct | Hot, dry season | Very hot, with the best game viewing at water. |
| Nov – Apr | Rainy season | Green and lush, with newborn animals and migrant birds. Some roads close. |
You must travel in at least two 4x4 vehicles and carry enough fuel, water and food for your whole stay.
Getting There
By air
| Airport | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hosea Kutako International (WDH), Windhoek | All international arrivals | About 9 to 10 hours by road. |
| Rundu | Domestic flights | About 2 to 3 hours by road to the northern gate. |
By road
Enter from the north via the B8 and the turn-off near Katere, or from the south via Tsumkwe. A 4×4 with high clearance is essential.
Entrance & Fees
Namibia's Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism charges a daily park entry fee per person and per vehicle. The rates below apply from 1 April 2026.
| Visitor | Adult (16+) | Child (9–15) |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign national | N$200 | N$150 |
| SADC national | N$130 | N$80 |
| Namibian citizen | N$40 | Free |
| Vehicle (up to 10 seats) | N$60 per day | – |
Children aged 8 and under enter free.
Fees last checked October 2026 against the Namibian Government Gazette of 1 April 2026.