A land of stark contrasts, compelling beauty and spectacular landscapes, Namibia is one of the ultimate destinations for photographers; a land of desert sand dunes, mountains and riotous colours. Named after the Namib Desert, this sparsely populated country offers a multitude of experiences for the independent traveller.
Namibia has become a popular safari destination, as famous for the diverse cultural heritage of its indigenous people as for its Great Sand Seas. In the north is the daunting Skeleton Coast, with its many shipwreck graveyards whilst inland, the petrified forests of Damaraland are home to desert-adapted elephants. As well as elephants, the wildlife of Namibia includes black and white rhino, cheetah, giraffe and gemsbok.
Well worth a visit are Etosha National Park with its 4590 kmē salt pan, and Sossusvlei in the Namib Naukluft National Park, with its monumental red dunes.
Some suggested Namibia itineraries here.
TRAVEL BRIEF
| Highlights: |
The Himba tribe, monumental sand dunes, the Skeleton Coast, Etosha, The Africat Foundation |
| Suggested routes: |
Windhoek, Swakopmund, The Skeleton Coast, Etosha National Park Namib Naukluft National Park, Sossusvlei |
| Flying time from UK/Europe: |
12 hours to Windhoek |
| Time zone: |
GMT + 1 hour |
| Languages: |
English plus Afrikaans and German |
| Visas: |
Not required for UK and EU passport holders. |
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