German architecture, a Dutch name and a backdrop of African mountains… Windhoek offers a unique combination of European and Afrikaans. Many travelers skip the Namibian capital to go on safari or explore the impressive nature directly upon arrival. We would recommend you not to skip Windhoek on
One of the biggest attractions of Namibia is the Etosha National Park. For many travelers, it is even the main reason to visit the country. It’s different from other national parks in Africa, as you don’t need a guide but can visit the park on a self-drive
We already wrote an extensive blog about visiting the Sossusvlei. An extensive description of the many highlights in the national park, the pros and cons of the different sleeping places and a description of the route through the Sossusvlei. But are you just looking for the best
Hiking and camping at the Namib National Park is one of the more off the beaten track things to do during your Namibia trip. The Namib park is located between the coast town of Swakopmund and the much-visited Sossusvlei. As both are popular Namibia tourist attractions, you’ll
Sossusvlei? Check! Etosha? Check! The Fish River Canyon? These places are usually included in a travel itinerary for Namibia. But which places should you visit during your trip besides these big highlights? These are the six most beautiful off the beaten track places in the country. #1
When we were preparing our Namibia trip, we thought about practical things like our itinerary and renting a car with rooftop tent, but some things you can’t prepare for . The warm culture and high level of development in Namibia have surprised us in a very good
A prosperous town in the middle of the desert that was abandoned overnight. A German town to be exact. In a Namibian desert. This mysterious abandoned town in Namibia called Kolmanskop is now slowly disappearing into the sand dunes of the desert. A unique and spooky place!
Lüderitz in Namibia is the much less visited little brother of the coastal town of Swakopmund. Just like big brother Swakopmund, Lüderitz has a lot of German architecture, street names and bratwurst. But it definitely has its own attractions like the bizarre ghost town of Kolmanskop and
The Skeleton Coast of Namibia, doesn’t that sound impressive? This rugged coastal strip in the north of Namibia is named after the many ships that have stranded on the cliffs over the centuries. If the crew already survived the shipwreck, the chances were high that they wouldn’t
Namibia is not only home to impressive wildlife, but also to the most extraordinary plants. The Welwitschia Drive is dedicated to two of them! Which two? The Welwitscha Mirabilis after which the tour is named and the colourful lichen plant, both very vulnerable and rare! The drive