Namibia

‘Namibia’ literally translates as ‘big emptiness’ and here you will encounter lunar-like terrains of epic scale, where nomadic tribes roam and continue their traditional life herding goats and where you can spot giraffe, zebra and elephant in some of the most desertous and sparsely populated areas on the continent.

Flanked by the rolling mountainous sand dunes of the Kalahari Desert and the cool, crashing waves of the Atlantic, the scenic and predominantly arid landscapes of Namibia are some of the most dramatic in Africa.

Namibia is home to some of the most iconic species of Africa, and some of the most beautiful landscapes on the face of the planet.

The vastness and variety of the scenery means that your experiences in Namibia can be equally varied and are great to combine in one exciting itinerary. Damaraland, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a wonderland of caves, rocky deserts, petrified forests and granite formations and is also home to the rare desert-adapted elephant. Some of the caves in this area contain bush art dating back 10-20,000 years. Northwest of here is the eerily named Skeleton Coast, a barren area and National Park whose name derives from the numerous giant whale skeletons and shipwrecks that pepper the coastline. Unusual rock formations, dry river beds and clay castles add to the fascinating other-worldly setting.

With such challenging conditions comes a surprising concentration of wildlife in Namibia. Etosha National Park is one of Africa’s most well-known reserves and offers huge potential to see game in close proximity.  The shimmering silver of the Etosha Pan, a large salt pan that covers 5,000 sq km of the park, is even visible from outer space.

ELEPHANT, WHITE RHINO, LION, WILDEBEEST, ZEBRA, ANTELOPE ALL ROAM FREELY AROUND ETOSHA, WHICH ALSO HAS OVER 340 SPECIES OF BIRD.