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Namibia’s beautiful

Locations

Namibia, with its 14 regions including Omusati, Oshana, Ohangwena, Oshikoto, Kunene, Kavango East, Kavango West, Caprivi, Erongo, Otjozondojupa, Omaheke, Khomas, Hardap, and Karas, offers a diverse range of picturesque and captivating filming locations.

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Etosha National Park

Etosha National Park, spanning an impressive area of 22,270 square kilometers (8,600 sq mi), derives its name from the vast Etosha pan, which occupies nearly the entire interior of the park. The Etosha pan itself covers 4,760 square kilometers (1,840 sq mi), accounting for about 23% of the total park area. This iconic feature and the diverse habitats of the park provide a captivating backdrop for filming, boasting a rich variety of mammals, birds, and reptiles.

Jurisdiction and Regulations, Travel Terrain, Lodging Options, Proximity to Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport, Park Regulations and Off-Road Driving

Rossing Mountain

Rossing Mountain, with its vast and stark appearance, has served as a captivating backdrop for numerous international feature films. Its remote and desolate aura creates a unique atmosphere, immersing viewers in a world where life seems distant and the vastness of nature takes center stage.

Proximity to Swakopmund, Travel Terrain, National Park Setting, Ideal Filming Time, Captivating Atmosphere

Sossusvlei

Sossusvlei, located within the Namib-Naukluft National Park in Namibia, is a captivating filming location that offers stunning visuals and a unique atmosphere. This iconic destination is renowned for its towering red sand dunes, vast salt pans, and contrasting landscapes, making it a filmmaker's paradise.

Majestic Dunes,Desert Landscapes, Dead Vlei, Sunrise and Sunset, Wildlife and Flora, Aerial Perspectives, Cultural Connections

Moon landscape

The Moon Landscape is a captivating location that takes you back in time, with its striking resemblance to the lunar surface. Formed over two million years ago through the erosion of a once-mighty mountain range by the Swakop River, this unique canyon offers filmmakers an otherworldly setting for their productions.

Proximity to Swakopmund, National Park Setting, Travel Terrain, Off-Road Driving, Capturing the Contrasts

Kolmanskop

In 1908 when a railroad worker picked up a diamond, the German settler realized the area was rich in diamonds. The German government declared a large area as a restrictive location in order to exploit the diamond field. Due to the enormous wealth the diamond miners received, the residents built a village in the architectural style of a German town, complete with a hospital, school, ballroom, skittle-alley and even a casino. The town started to decline after World War I when the diamonds started to deplete, and by the 1930’s it was in full decline. Today this once rich town is taken over by the ruthless Namib Desert.

Deserted Architecture, Desert Sands, Natural Elements, Historical Significance, Contrast and Symbolism, Creative Lighting, Exploration of Themes

International

Productions

Namibia is packed with talent in the film making industry. See below a small list of the international productions made in Namibia.

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