December 5, 2012
by Ron Swilling Time for the endemics When the storms of summer are but a sweet memory, the Namibian winter offers new and different opportunities and […]
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Travel News Namibia, your gateway to captivating narratives that transport you to the heart of Namibia’s enchanting landscapes, vibrant cultures, and awe-inspiring adventures. Here, we invite you to embark on a journey through the written word, where each article is a window into the soul of this extraordinary land. From tales of intrepid explorations across the vast deserts to encounters with the diverse wildlife that calls Namibia home, our stories are a celebration of the country’s natural wonders and the people who make it come alive.
December 5, 2012
By Pompie Burger Marico Sunbird, Cinnyris mariquensis Roberts No 779 Looking at the names of the various sunbirds occurring in Africa, such as the Splendid, Superb, Beautiful […]
December 5, 2012
By Pompie Burger Hamerkop, Scopus umbretta Roberts’ No 81 The Hamerkop is classified between herons and storks, having features of both – ample justification for being regarded […]
December 5, 2012
By Pompie Burger Redbilled quelea, Quelea quelea Roberts’ 821 Impressive, not only in numbers, but also in many other ways, is the Redbilled quelea, so much so […]
December 5, 2012
By Pompie Burger Rüppell’s Korhaan, Eupodotis rueppellii Roberts No 236 Rüppell’s Korhaan is one of Namibia’s 13 endemic birds found in the so-called endemic zone in western […]
December 5, 2012
By Pompie Burger Black-faced Babbler – Turdoides melanops Roberts No 131 These birds are one of Roy’s Camp’s claims to fame. There are quite a few others, […]
December 5, 2012
By Pompie Burger Water Thick-knee, Burhinus vermiculatus Roberts No 330 The water thick-knee is one of my favourite birds to photograph because of its huge eyes, and, […]
December 5, 2012
By Pompie Burger Meyer’s Parrot, Poicephalus meyeri Roberts No 364 The Meyer’s parrot is one of three parrots occurring in Namibia and is probably the most common […]
December 5, 2012
By Pompie Burger Black Heron, Egretta ardesiaca Roberts No 69 After 20-odd years of bird watching and photography, I still consider myself a novice in both departments, […]
December 4, 2012
By Peter Bridgeford In October, two Namibian pilots assisted with a vulture conservation project in the Namib-Naukluft Park. Since 1991, Lappet-faced vulture chicks have been ringed […]
December 4, 2012
More than one million tourists crossed Namibia’s borders in 2011. This is up from just under a million tourists visiting the country in 2010. The 2011 […]
December 4, 2012
Last week there was good news for local San hero and guide Cgunta Khao//khao. Cgunta was discharged and released into the care of the N/a’an ku […]
November 30, 2012
Text ©Sharri Whiting De Masi – Re-printed with permission of the author The Namibian experience is not just about amazing wildlife or incredible vistas. It’s also about […]
November 29, 2012
A rising red moon hangs over the horizon as we arrive at Harnas. For ancient inhabitants of these areas, such a sight might have been ominous. […]
November 29, 2012
Text and photos by ©Sharri Whiting De Masi – All photographs copyright of the author Re-printed with permission of the author A conservancy partnership in an […]
November 29, 2012
by Pompie Burger Somehow, every time we go to the Namib Desert, I think of Antoine de Saint-Exupèry’s Little Prince saying, “My secret is simple. It […]
November 29, 2012
The two week pilot strike at Air Namibia has ended after a salary hike agreement was reached early this morning. Today the Namibian Airline Pilots Association […]
November 29, 2012
Jackie Marie explores the sundowner in Namibia What’s your poison? That was a line in an old movie, when someone came up to the bar and […]
November 28, 2012
Text and photos by ©Sharri Whiting De Masi – All photographs copyright of the author Re-printed with permission of the author Wherever you travel […]
November 28, 2012
By Ron Swilling While driving from Windhoek to Swakopmund, the chances are that just after Usakos you’ll notice a strange-looking group of granite mountains towering over […]