- Etosha - Fish River Canyon - Namib-Naukluft National Park - Sesriem - Sossusvlei - Swakopmund - Waterberg Plateau Park - Windhoek

Namibia

Travelling overland in Namibia and you'll see for yourself that Namibia is a land of contrasts and compelling beauty, abundant sunshine, and a feeling of unconfined space. Thanks to the Germans its also famous for its beer! And it also boasts an awesome range of adventure activities such as sky diving, dune boarding, quad biking in the desert, deep sea fishing and much much more!

Tours that pass through Namibia

• The Four Country Classic  20 Day Cape Town to Victoria Falls
  
  
• Canyon and Desert Deluxe  13 Day Cape Town to Windhoek
  
  
• Wildlife Discovery  10 Day Windhoek to Victoria Falls
  
  
• Desert Escape  8 Day Windhoek to Windhoek
  
  

Must do's

• Book one of following WildLife Adventures unforgettable safari tours that visit Namibia: Northern Quest, Southern Skies.
• If you are looking for a more luxurious trip, the following Deluxe products visit Namibia: Discover Namibia, Northbound explorer, Southbound explorer. Contact our offices for more details and for any special offers to Namibia
• Visit the majestic Fish River Canyon, 2nd highest canyon in the world and one of the natural wonders of Africa
• Etosha National Park  easily one of the most famous game sanctuaries in the world  excellent wildlife viewing
• Dune boarding in Swakopmund - the Adventure capital' of Namibia
• A taste of their excellent local beer is always a good idea! "Windhoek lager"
• Climb the towering red sand dunes of Sossusvlei.
• Experience the lifestyle of the local people.
• Taste some of the freshest seafood imaginable from the cold and rich waters of the Atlantic Ocean.
• Namibia has some of the most awesome diverse landscape in Africa.
  

QUICK FACTS - NAMIBIA

Area: 824,000 sq km
Population: 1.73 million
Official Languages: English
Time: GMT/UTC +2
Currency: Namibian dollar (N$)
Capital: Windhoek

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With its un-spoilt landscapes and large variety of game, Namibia is one of the larger countries in Africa, and draws an increasing number of visitors from various parts of the globe.

A sense of freedom is generated by the wide horizons, the clear unpolluted skies and a population density, which is among the lowest in the world. In addition, the diversity of its people creates a rich blend of cultures and traditions.

Namibia is known for its HUGE range of landscapes. There is the brooding desolate Namib Desert, said to be the oldest in the world, with its high dunes and awe-inspiring sense of space. The central plateau, with its thorn bush savanna and rugged mountains, rising abruptly from the plains, gives way to the majestic Fish River Canyon in the South. In the North of the country, landscapes range from dense bush and open plains of the great Etosha pan, to woodland savanna and lush riverine vegetation. Dinosaur footprints preserved in the sandstone, pre-historic rock art, and the ancient fossil plant, Welwitschia mirabilis, bear witness to the aeons past in this - "the ageless land".

All these facts combine in a country, which can justifiably be known as "Africa's Gem";

CONSERVATION

Namibia is the first country in the world to include protection of the environment and sustainable utilization of wildlife in its constitution. About 15,5% of the country have been set aside as National Parks. In these areas, rare and endangered species of animals, birds and plant life are preserved and protected. They serve as a living reminder to us all, and to the generations of the future, of how it once was in Africa. Most of the African game species are well represented in Namibia, with the largest concentration in the Etosha National Park, which is firmly entrenched on the world map of international parks. Join us on one of our Namibia adventure safaris to experience Namibia for yourself.

GEOGRAPHY

The country can be divided into four regions: the dunesand desert coastal plains of the Namib and the Skeleton Coast; the Central Plateau; the Kalahari; and the bushveld of Kavango and Caprivi.

HISTORY

Namibia has a colorful and turbulent history. In the mid-19th century, German missionaries opened up the interior, paving the way for traders who came later. The annexation of the country by Germany in 1884 accounts for the distinctive German architecture and traditions.

After a turbulent past, the country at last became independent on 21 March 1990, and is now peacefully approaching the twenty-first century.

CULTURE

Namibia has a population of 1.7 million people. They have 11 major ethnic groups including Owambo, Kavango, Hereo/Himba, Damara, Nama, Basters, Caprivians, German, Afrikaans, and Twana.

CLIMATE

The whole country enjoys a minimum of 300 days of sunshine a year, but temperatures and rainfall vary considerably both seasonally and geographically. Summer is from November till March.

TRAVEL TIPS

• Malaria is endemic in the North of Namibia, and presents a serious health risk during the main rainy season from January to April. Seek medical advice before travelling.
• Namibia's hot and dry climate can cause very dry skin for some people. Bring skin and sun creams (and a hat).
• Credit cards (Visa and Mastercard) and debit cards (Cirrus and Delta) can be used in some Namibian cash machines.
• The Namibian dollar is tied to the South African Rand, and South African currency is accepted everywhere in Namibia.