Sequins on the sea, sparkling in the sun while seals moan like disgruntled teenagers – whom, we all joke, could use a lesson in gratitude – what is there to complain about? It’s a perfect day; we’re seated beside crystal- clear waters, savouring crayfish braaied over an open flame on the beach, following a morning of water-based adventures. And we’re only halfway through our day of enjoyment. Kirsty Watermeyer goes on an unexpected safari along Namibia’s Atlantic Coast.
My husband and I have just had an enjoyable holiday in Namibia and bought your magazine. We stayed at an amazing campsite in the Erongo that I thought you should know about – it is called Black Rock campsite and is on a farm, Omukutu, well-stocked in wildlife. It is the artistic differences that make this an outstanding campsite. Their use of what was available, combined with a creative eye for detail, culminates in an adventure.
Discover Namibia’s hidden gem: the Lüderitz Speed Challenge, an annual world-renowned water sports event where elite speed windsurfers gather to break records on the windswept Second Lagoon. Held in Lüderitz each October, this high-adrenaline competition has set over 150 national and 20 world records since 2007, drawing top athletes and adventure seekers alike. With ideal wind conditions and a precision-engineered canal, the event pushes windsurfing to its limits, blending speed, skill, and cutting-edge technology against Namibia’s breathtaking coastal backdrop. Experience the ultimate adventure in a place you’ve probably never heard of—but won’t soon forget.