September 3, 2012
A paradise for game and hikers by Sven-Eric Kanzler Visitors to the Fish River Canyon in southern Namibia reap a double reward these days. On approaching […]
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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.
September 3, 2012
A delightful retreat by Ron Swilling Driving the two kilometres out of Windhoek, I crossed the puddles in the Klein Windhoek riverbed and drove into the […]
September 3, 2012
Elevated above the world by Ron Swilling As I approach Ugab Terrace Lodge, a black eagle circles the hills. Perched up on a plateau overlooking the […]
September 3, 2012
by Ron Swilling A shady garden surrounded by old and interesting bric-a-brac definitely rates higher than a rushed service-station stop. For travellers driving up from Swakopmund […]
September 3, 2012
Naturally stylish by Ron Swilling A rough hand-chipped stone wall highlights a colourful flower display and stylish couch, its natural hues contrasting with the large bold […]
September 3, 2012
A desert realm that welcomes you to enter by Hu Berry Ask Nama-speaking people, whose ancestry stems from the desert, what the word ‘Namib’ means and […]
September 3, 2012
Game capture, conservation and dinosaur tracks by Ron Swilling “Life should be lived to the full. You must put back more than you take out, focus […]
September 3, 2012
For a convenient stop along your journey, a good lunch, some tea and cake or an overnight stay, Khorab Lodge is a relaxing stopover. It is […]
September 3, 2012
by Ron Swilling Yapping wildebeest, Kori Bustards – the heaviest flying birds, a Red-crested Korhaan hanging in the air about to drop suddenly to impress a […]
September 3, 2012
by Ron Swilling Etosha is the perfect place for campers who want the combination of facilities and wildlife, within the safety of a protected camp. Paying […]
September 3, 2012
Spectacled Weaver Ploceus ocularis Roberts No 810 by Pompie Burger For various reasons the spectacled weaver bird is probably my favourite of all the weavers found […]
September 3, 2012
by Ginger Mauney The Caprivi Region anchors Namibia in a wet, wild and wonderful world of adventure. With its lively cultural mix, the rivers that create […]
September 3, 2012
by Ginger Mauney Clusters of dome-shaped huts made of wood and forming a village, a young man walking with a herd of cattle, fishermen casting nets […]
September 3, 2012
by Ginger Mauney Each of Namibia’s cities has its own unique appeal. Windhoek has cosmopolitan flair, Swakopmund and Lüderitz exude old German charm, while Otjiwarongo and […]
September 3, 2012
by Ginger Mauney Mepps and rapalas, bream and barbels – to the uninitiated these words are alien, but to keen fishermen they hold poetry and promise. […]
September 3, 2012
by Michaela Kanzler On a stroll around the African market in Windhoek’s suburb of Katutura, a group of tourists suddenly pauses in amazement. The most beautiful […]
September 3, 2012
by Amy Schoeman What is it about this hotel that has triggered the enthusiasm of so many people over such a long period of time? “The […]
September 3, 2012
by Amy Schoeman The ‘anti-plant’ that thrives under drought conditions The osonanga lily (slangkop, groenlelie, Pseudogaltonia clavata, Lidneria clavata) , is described by botanists as a ‘relatively unimportant poisonous’ […]
September 3, 2012
by Michaela Kanzler ‘Dinner is ready.’ With this simple announcement guests are called back to reality. Close to the camp they are enjoying a glass of […]
September 3, 2012
by Neil Digby-Clarke Duwisib Castle, an extravagant gift built by a German nobleman nearly a century ago for his American bride, offers a chance to camp […]