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The Baobab Tree “Tree of Life”

During tribal wars in the 19th century, the headman of the Ombalantu people decided that a hole should be cut into the top of the tree and hollowed out so that women and children could hide inside, whenever the village was attacked. It is said that about 45 people could fit into that space. ItContinue reading “The Baobab Tree “Tree of Life””

Have you ever thought to find a bakery in the middle of the desert?

Many tourists use Solitaire as a stopover en route to or from Sesriem and the Sossusvlei. It is situated in a very sparsely populated area close to the Namib Naukluft Park (80 km) at the crossing of two important roads: the C14 from Walvis Bay to Bethanien and the C24 from Rehoboth to Sossusvlei. Here you’ll find a petrolContinue reading “Have you ever thought to find a bakery in the middle of the desert?”

Sossusvlei, a Large Ephemeral Pan

Sossusvlei, a large ephemeral pan, is set amid red sand dunes that tower up to 325m above the valley floor. It rarely contains any water, but when the Tsauchab River has gathered enough volume and momentum to push beyond the thirsty plains to the sand sea, it’s completely transformed. The normally cracked dry mud givesContinue reading “Sossusvlei, a Large Ephemeral Pan”

Tents to Hire

“Turns Out, Sleeping In A Tent Is Good For You” Whether you love camping or hate it, sleeping in a tent could help reset your circadian rhythm. We look at how you can improve your… By Gemma Curtis Camping – it certainly isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. Some people love being woken up gently byContinue reading “Tents to Hire”

Antelope in Namibia

There are over twenty species of antelope ranging from the largest, the eland, to the smallest, the Damara dik-dik. The gemsbok, a striking antelope with long symmetrical horns and distinctive black and white markings is featured on the Namibian coat of arms.

Namibia

Namibia, a country in southwest Africa, is distinguished by the Namib Desert along its Atlantic Ocean coast. The country is home to diverse wildlife, including a significant cheetah population. The capital, Windhoek, and coastal town Swakopmund contain German colonial-era buildings such as Windhoek’s Christuskirche, built in 1907. In the north, Etosha National Park’s salt panContinue reading “Namibia”