Sossusvlei is one of Namibia’s most spectacular attractions, and whether you are heading to this African gem on an escorted group tour or a self-drive adventure, it should definitely form part of your travel itinerary. Situated in the Namib-Naukluft National Park, one of the largest conservation areas in all Africa, Sossusvlei is characterised by its…
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10 Inspirational Photos That Will Make You Want to Visit Damaraland
It’s in the middle of nowhere, which is perhaps why Damaraland is left off so many Namibian Travel Itineraries, but if you want to witness one of the most beautiful landscapes in Southern Africa, this is one place you simply shouldn’t miss. A remote and dry area boasting wide open spaces, enchanting rock formations, tribal…
The Desert Adapted Elephants of Damaraland: Namibia’s Gentle Giants
All elephants are special, but if you have been lucky enough to witness the desert adapted elephants of Damaraland, you will understand just how special Namibia’s gentle giant really are. A species that has adapted over the years to the harsh conditions of the semi-desert environment in which they live, Namibia’s desert adapted elephants are…
Friday’s Photo Shoot: Never Ending Namibia
If there is one set of holiday photos I never tire of looking at, it would have to be those from our Self-Drive Tour of Namibia. The colours, the landscapes, and the vast array of wildlife still takes my breath away, so I thought we could head into the weekend with a few of my…
A Taste of Africa
You only have to browse through the pages of our Blog to see that we are huge fans of Southern Africa, and while we have been lucky enough to visit some of the most luxurious game reserves, stunning boutique hotels and cosmopolitan cities, we have also taken the road less travelled, and witnessed the true…
This is What a Namibian Safari Holiday Looks Like…
Namibia may be one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in Southern Africa, but very few of our friends and colleagues seem to know where it is, or what there is to see and do in this vast and sparsely populated land! Home to Sossusvlei – the world’s largest sand dunes, the windswept Skeleton Coast,…
Travel from Namibia to South Africa by Bus
Travelling throughout Southern Africa is a ‘Dream Holiday’ for many, but the distances are vast, and the international flights can soon push up the overall cost of your trip… so how do you travel from South Africa to Namibia, Botswana to Zambia, and Zimbabwe to Mozambique without blowing your budget…? Well, you will be pleased…
Snapshots of Swakopmund and Walvis Bay on Namibia’s West Coast
After spending several nights in the rather hot and sweaty sand dunes of Sossusvlei, and driving through the Namib Desert, we were more than delighted to arrive in the pretty town of Swakopmund with its palm-lined streets, seaside promenades, and beautiful seafront restaurants! One of Namibia’s most popular holiday destinations, Swakopmund attracts thousands of local…
The Dramatic Landscapes of Damaraland – Namibia’s Best-Kept Secret
Damaraland may be one of the most arid and unforgiving areas of Namibia, but it is also one of the most scenic, and if your idea of the perfect African Adventure Holiday includes incredible wildlife sightings and unique cultural experiences, this ruggedly beautiful region belongs on your travel itinerary. Home of the Damara people, the…
Skeleton Coast National Park – Namibia’s Final Frontier
The Skeleton Coast National Park may be home to some of the world’s most inaccessible shores, hundreds of shipwrecks, and the driest and most inhabitable lands on planet earth, yet it remains one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in West Africa that is just waiting to be explored. When you approach the entry…
The African Sky at Night – Home to the Most Beautiful Sunsets in the World
We have been lucky enough to visit many countries in the world, but we have yet to find anywhere with more beautiful sunsets than Southern African. A celebrated part of daily life, in South Africa at least, sunset is when friends and family come together to share their stories of the day and enjoy a…
A Date with ‘Big Daddy’ in Sossusvlei
No trip to Namibia would be complete without a trip to the iconic landscapes and rust-red sands of Sossusvlei, and if you want to climb one of the world’s highest sand dunes, this is most definitely the place to do it! Home to Dune 45, Big Mama, and of course, Big Daddy, Sossusvlei has some…
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