Growth in the tourism sector is also fuelling construction and the development of new lodging in both urban and remote areas. Partnering for construction jobs might be a possibility for foreign investors.

There are opportunities for organisations that can provide specialized eco-friendly equipment and supplies – water and sanitation, energy, hygiene, etc. – for new lodges in remote areas.

Existing lodges that are expanding or rehabilitating may also be looking for these types of equipment.

In addition, diversification of source markets for tourists is a key element to increasing tourist arrivals and reducing seasonal fluctuations in Namibia.

Agencies and firms interested in sending tourists to Namibia should seek partnering opportunities with local operators.  Tourists may wish to focus on specific niches.  Niche tourism opportunities include:

• Hospitality, restaurant, hotel management and training.
• Tour packaging services especially in niche segments.
• Information technology solutions for the hospitality industry.
• Specialized equipment for remote (off-grid) lodging

22 national parks offering world class safaris with upscale lodging both inside and near the parks. 

Namibia has a well-developed game and trophy hunting sector.

Namibia is an excellent location for tourists interested in learning about the cultural anthropology of Southern Africa. Tours are available for tourists interested in learning more about the San, Herero, Himba, Oshiwambo, Nama, Damara, and other Namibian ethnic groups.  Some tourists look for educational experiences and want to learn about Namibia’s unique climate and geography (including its two world famous deserts, the Kalahari and Namib).

Many travelers enjoy the unique adventure opportunities (sand boarding, kite surfing, sky diving, quad biking, mountain biking, hiking, camping etc.) which Namibia offers.  Also, increasingly there are endurance race events (running, biking, and mixed sports) hosted in Namibia.

Increasingly, tourists want to stay at destinations that have minimum impact on (or blend in with the) the environment. Lodging and tour companies are increasingly catering to this market.