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Straddling the border between two of the world’s greatest deserts, Namibia is a country of astonishing landscapes, spectacular wildlife and stark contrasts. True wilderness destination and a nature photographer’s dream, visitors are guaranteed breathtaking scenery, endless adventure and memories that’ll last a lifetime.
The sky-high dunes of Sossusvlei are essential viewing when travelling Namibia.Shifting shadows adorn the slopes of the sand mountains that stretch up as highas 325 meters. When there’s enough rain the large clay pans at the base of thedunes flood, attracting flamingoes and other rare aquatic birds, and creating adreamlike backdrop like no other on Earth.
If your short on time, there are fly-in, fly-out safari options that range from twoto six days and include all of the magical sights of the great NamibRand desert,plus luxury lodgings just outside the Sesriem gate. Small private planes can bechartered through The Dunehopper Collection.
For the ultimate thrill, why not see one of Africa’s most striking countries fromthe air? Harsh, rugged and breathtaking, you can gaze down upon soaringorange-speckled sands the awe-inspiring wildlife that traverses its plains.
Journeys By Design do tailored heli-safaris that offer both privacy and flexibility.Highlights include the striking Skeleton Coast, littered with gargantuan whale bones and decaying shipwrecks, as well as the giant dunes of Sussusvlei, the colossal Epupa Falls and the almighty Kunene River. You’ll also stop off at someof Namibia’s finest desert lodges. Hot air balloon safaris can also be arranged. They usually rise with the sun and finish with a champagne breakfast.
To get up close and personal with Namibia’s unique desert-adapted fauna, jumpin a Land Rover. Having your own state-of- the-art vehicle gives you freedom toplan your entire itinerary on your own terms.
Abercrombie & Kent organise 11 night packages that include all of the country’s essential sights. You’ll drive through the dunes and on into the complex landscape of Damaraland. The trip also includes a hot air balloon flight, plenty of opportunity for game viewing and a marine safari in beautiful Walvis Bay.
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Written by Thea Carley
