A must see whilst in Namibia are the expansive, ever moving sand dunes. We suggest being guided on this excursion because you’ll need to know where to be when in order to see the dunes at their best. You will leave your lodge just before sunrise as you make your way to the gate. As the sun starts to come up you will see the colours start to change. At this time in the morning, the temperatur...
A great activity whilst in Swakopmund is to go and see the dolphins and seals from Walvis Bay. This activity takes place in the morning and lasts about 3 hours. Whilst on board, your guide will show you the various bird and wildlife that is around this area as well as some of the history. You will see one of the seal colonies and there is also the option of Kayaking with the seals here (do ask for...
One of the most popular activities here in Damaraland is the search of the elusive desert elephant. These elephant are distinctly different to the usual African elephant because they have had to adapt to their natural environment and thus the harsh elements of the desert. You set off in an adapted 4x4 vehicle in search of the elephant along with your experienced guide. Sightings of these elephants...
Okonjima is home to the Africat foundation. It is a research facility that rescues, researches and rehabilitated big cats back into the wild. One of the core conservation projects is the Cheetah Rehabilitation project which allows orphaned, previously captive or cats removed from the wild the opportunity to return to their natural environment. The Carnivore search on foot allows you to go out with...
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