If you love open spaces and skies that seem to go on forever, a great destination is Namibia. This African country is large but has a small population, so you can have vast areas to yourself with nobody else to bother you. Its German colonial past means that it has a slightly different atmosphere than most Southern African countries. Moreover, it's a wonderful place to see animals in their natural habitat and you'll be surprised at how affordable Namibia safari packages are.
Namibia is a large country in the western part of Southern Africa. Its western border is formed by the Atlantic Ocean. To the south is the Orange River that separates the country from South Africa while up north, crossing the Kunene River will put you in Angola. To the east lies Botswana. The capital city is centrally located Windhoek.
Most of the country is either very dry or outright desert. It's hot here too. This is why the winter months are a much better time to visit. Aside from the heat being more bearable then, winter has the advantage that the vegetation is less dense and you'll spot those wild animals much more easily. Other sights to see include the spectacular Fish River Canyon, the desert ghost town of Kolmanskop and the charming Swakopmund with its German atmosphere.
The Namibian coast is almost entirely made up of the Namib Desert, which is the world's oldest. There are stunning sand dunes here, especially in the vicinity of Sossusvlei. The northern part of the desert is home to the ominously named Skeleton Coast, where shipwrecks are a stark reminder of how rough this part of the world is. At the seashore you'll find seals while more inland you may see jackals, oryx, springbok and, surprisingly, elephants. Large areas of the Namib are only accessible if you have a special permit due to the diamond mines here but one national park to visit is the Namib-Naukluft, which is the largest on the continent.
Another Namibian national park not to miss is Etosha. Find yourself a good vantage point along the Etosha Pan and watch the vast variety of animals that come to drink. There are several antelope species, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, lions and cute little warthogs.
Less visited but by no means less spectacular is Damaraland. This is a place of rocky, almost lunar landscapes. There are many surprises here, including the ancient rock paintings of Twyfelfontein and Brandberg, the rock formation known as Vingerklip and a petrified forest. It's not as desolate as you may think either. Local community organizations offer trips to go track rhinos and elephants.
In the vicinity of the Kunene River is Kaokoland, where cheetah are among the animals you may spot. This is also the place to visit traditional Himba villages and learn more about these beautiful people with their elaborate hairstyles. For lush vegetation and plenty of water, try the remote Caprivi Strip. The Kavango River which flows through here provides water for the Okavango Delta in Botswana.
To make your African dream a reality, no matter what your budget, you only need to contact your local travel agent. Otherwise, book a package deal online. Many of these deals are all-inclusive and you only have to worry about getting to Windhoek and remembering to pack your camera.
Namibia is a large country in the western part of Southern Africa. Its western border is formed by the Atlantic Ocean. To the south is the Orange River that separates the country from South Africa while up north, crossing the Kunene River will put you in Angola. To the east lies Botswana. The capital city is centrally located Windhoek.
Most of the country is either very dry or outright desert. It's hot here too. This is why the winter months are a much better time to visit. Aside from the heat being more bearable then, winter has the advantage that the vegetation is less dense and you'll spot those wild animals much more easily. Other sights to see include the spectacular Fish River Canyon, the desert ghost town of Kolmanskop and the charming Swakopmund with its German atmosphere.
The Namibian coast is almost entirely made up of the Namib Desert, which is the world's oldest. There are stunning sand dunes here, especially in the vicinity of Sossusvlei. The northern part of the desert is home to the ominously named Skeleton Coast, where shipwrecks are a stark reminder of how rough this part of the world is. At the seashore you'll find seals while more inland you may see jackals, oryx, springbok and, surprisingly, elephants. Large areas of the Namib are only accessible if you have a special permit due to the diamond mines here but one national park to visit is the Namib-Naukluft, which is the largest on the continent.
Another Namibian national park not to miss is Etosha. Find yourself a good vantage point along the Etosha Pan and watch the vast variety of animals that come to drink. There are several antelope species, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, lions and cute little warthogs.
Less visited but by no means less spectacular is Damaraland. This is a place of rocky, almost lunar landscapes. There are many surprises here, including the ancient rock paintings of Twyfelfontein and Brandberg, the rock formation known as Vingerklip and a petrified forest. It's not as desolate as you may think either. Local community organizations offer trips to go track rhinos and elephants.
In the vicinity of the Kunene River is Kaokoland, where cheetah are among the animals you may spot. This is also the place to visit traditional Himba villages and learn more about these beautiful people with their elaborate hairstyles. For lush vegetation and plenty of water, try the remote Caprivi Strip. The Kavango River which flows through here provides water for the Okavango Delta in Botswana.
To make your African dream a reality, no matter what your budget, you only need to contact your local travel agent. Otherwise, book a package deal online. Many of these deals are all-inclusive and you only have to worry about getting to Windhoek and remembering to pack your camera.
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