September 15, 2014
Okavango – Bwabwata wetland. Aerial photo by Paul van Schalkwyk Today marks the 20th anniversary celebrations of the Permanent Okavango River Basin Water Commission (OKACOM). OKACOM […]
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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 15, 2014
“We come in peace” proclaims a board at the building site on the corner of Theo-Ben Gurirab Avenue and Nathaniel Maxuilili Street in Swakopmund. The 4072 […]
September 12, 2014
Simon, the Nomadic Writer is on a truly unique journey, which includes a system of bartering in exchange for a global adventure of note (he’s not […]
September 11, 2014
Pack Safaris, a Namibian inbound tour operator specialising in tailor-made tours throughout Namibia and several Southern African countries, recently scored top marks in one of Namibia’s […]
September 10, 2014
By Jana-Mari Smith Despite Namibia’s designation as the driest country south of the Sahara, it boasts an impressive feat: It is endowed with a rich bio-diversity, […]
September 10, 2014
The Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) has announced that it is financing a new 54 room hotel in Swakopmund, which is being built by the Gondwana […]
September 9, 2014
STUNNING HANDMADE JEWELLERY FROM FRIEDA LÜHL This spectacular jewellery range of individually styled pieces by Frieda Lühl includes an eclectic collection of oxidised silver rings, earrings […]
September 9, 2014
Ulf Grünewald, General Manager of Namibia’s multiple award winning four star Lüderitz Nest Hotel, is very pleased to announce that the hotel has embarked on a […]
September 9, 2014
The public is hereby notified of the closure of a section of Bay Road in Luderitz. The road will be closed at the intersection with Bismarck […]
September 5, 2014
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Text by Edward Jenkins | Photographs Paul van Schalkwyk CAUTION – ELEPHANT CROSSING [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] In 1971, concerns for the conservation and wise use of wetlands led […]
September 4, 2014
Text & photographs by Jana-Mari Smith Nampower today inaugurated their second Solar PV system – a sea of solar panels on the rooftop of NamPower’s National […]
September 1, 2014
Following a thorough assessment by the Eco Awards Namibia team, Pack Safaris passed the assessment process with flying colours. This marks the tour operator as the […]
August 27, 2014
Text and photographs Konny von Schmettau For more than 80 years the secret of a small town built on diamonds was guarded carefully from the rest […]
August 22, 2014
Text and photographs Ron Swilling| Main photograph: Shovel snouted lizard. Photo: Annabelle Venter “Yahoooo,” shouted Johnny as we rode the sand dunes on our 4×4 Mitsubishi […]
August 21, 2014
Thomas Blomme, a 27-year-old Belgian high school teacher, fulfilled his dream this year, when his 17 year wish to see Namibias ‘orange’ dunes, came true. Here […]
August 20, 2014
THE ADVENTURES OF SIMON THE NOMAD AND ANIMAL – read their story below (and their full story even further down) I stood in awe in the […]
August 19, 2014
TAILOR-MADE SAFARIS From Self Drive, Guided Safaris, Hiking, Birding or Photographic tours, Mabaruli African Safaris specializes in arranging tailor-made Namibian and Southern African tours, according to […]
August 14, 2014
Text and photographs Luise Hoffmann – Main photograph: Schinziophyton rautanenii – along the B8 ©Luise Hoffmann During Namibia’s chilly months, you can seek temporary relief by […]
August 13, 2014
Text and photographs Ron Swilling | Main photograph Paul van Schalkwyk ‘The ground trembled, gravel flew, dust rose. Twelve horses galloped past me, so close I […]
August 12, 2014
Text and photographs Elzanne Erasmus The best way to kick-start your day, thaw the chill, swop a spot of gossip, catch up with your colleagues and […]