October 28, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A photograph holds a lot of information. Details like time of day, season, political happenings, era, age of a person and loads more can be deduced […]
Stories
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.
October 27, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What started as a school project turned into a family’s mission to help save the rhino population in southern Africa. The sad truth is that the […]
October 26, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The African savannah elephant was recently classified as Endangered by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), citing a decline throughout Africa of 60% […]
October 26, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A bolt of lightning slashes through the darkening sky and the accompanying thunder rumbles in the distance. Goosebump-inducing. Especially in a country just shaking off the […]
October 26, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] “The slight sting of the early winter morning air awakens all our senses. Around us, the mopane bushland is silent but for the […]
October 26, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Namibia’s coastal strip is full of riveting adventures for visitors to enjoy, but the shopping and culinary experiences don’t disappoint either! Both Swakopmund and […]
October 7, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]One day the sun is bright, the wind a gentle breeze. The next is shrouded in fog and an eerie mystical ambiance. A pristine […]
July 1, 2021
In Namibia's Zambezi Region is a wild, natural playground that is surprisingly accessible considering its largely unspoilt wilderness.
July 1, 2021
Text and Photographs Lee Tindall Back in June 2014 we got a call from a colleague asking whether the owner of our then workplace and home […]
July 1, 2021
That’s what we will be attempting to do this year. Share stories that matter. You’ll find this issue, our first since COVID hit, to be filled with stories of purpose and hope. One of the most important in Namibia being the stories of communities who live alongside nature.
March 26, 2021
We’ve had a thorough and conscious look at Namibia’s most responsible lodges and compiled a list of those who meet more than just the standard expectations. These establishments not only conform to the norms and tick the boxes of being eco-friendly, but have also gone beyond. They have taken responsibility with relish.
March 12, 2021
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] SUBSCRIBE AND WIN [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”288566″ img_size=”full” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.zinio.com/za/travel-news-namibia-m38306″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] New Year. New Normal. New Travel News. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Travel News Namibia magazine is […]
March 10, 2021
Explore the hidden charms of Lüderitz, the gateway to Namibia's historic Kolmanskop ghost town. Immerse yourself in rich history, dine at seaside eateries, and discover stunning architecture. From the iconic Felsenkirche to the intriguing Kolmanskop, Lüderitz beckons with tales of the past.
March 10, 2021
Explore the hidden charms of Lüderitz, the gateway to Namibia's historic Kolmanskop ghost town. Immerse yourself in rich history, dine at seaside eateries, and discover stunning architecture. From the iconic Felsenkirche to the intriguing Kolmanskop, Lüderitz beckons with tales of the past.
March 10, 2021
It is autumn in Namibia – the best time for camping. It is the season of dramatic rain clouds and unexpected showers, or clear blue skies, crisp early mornings and the most glorious sunsets. They say that when the sun dips in Namibia you can just open a camping chair wherever you are and you will have a perfect setting for a spectacular photo.
March 10, 2021
Pangolin species around the world are under severe threat due to the demand for their scales and meat, mainly by consumers in China and Vietnam. In Namibia, the Temminck’s ground pangolin occurs across much of the country (excluding the extremely arid west and south) and is increasingly targeted by poachers, yet its status and ecological requirements are poorly understood.
March 10, 2021
It might sound like a bit of a cliché to mention the importance of trees for birds and vice versa, although there are unfortunately people who still cannot see that importance, and probably not the importance of trees for humans either – so how in hell would they ever see the importance of trees at all.
March 10, 2021
When Wilderness Safaris reopened their much loved Little Kulala lodge in November last year, not only did it boast a stylish revamp but also introduced a new holistic approach to the guest experience. Wellness now goes hand in hand with conservation and appreciation of the fragile arid ecosystem.
March 10, 2021
There may be no better place than Namibia to experience your first taste of true freedom again. Of all the medical advice dispensed over the course of the pandemic, isolation may be the most consistent. And where better to experience nature, freedom and space than in the second least densely populated country in the world?
March 10, 2021
Despite all odds, a young and dynamic private airline in Namibia has somehow survived. Having launched only a few months before the start of the largest global crises to hit the aviation industry since the Wright brothers first took off (quite literally), this small airline’s wings are holding strong. FlyWestair is Namibia’s first privately-owned scheduled passenger airline.