TRAVEL AND TOURISM
Over the years Namibia has become a popular destination for tourists from all parts of the world and. Many hearts and minds continue to be enthralled by this land of compelling natural wonders, unique variety of wildlife, contrasting beautiful scenery, abundant sunshine, and wide-open spaces not to mention the cultural diversity and hospitality accustomed to its people.
Visitors are engulfed by a sheer sense of freedom generated by wide and breathtaking horizons, the bluest of skies, and a population density that ranks among the lowest in the world. Respectively, Namibia’s capital Windhoek has been voted many-a-time as the cleanest city on the continent.
Namibia was one of the first countries in the world to include the protection of the environment and sustainable utilization of wildlife in its constitution. About 15.5% of the country has been set aside as national parks. In these areas, rare and endangered species of animals, birds and plant life are preserved and protected.
Particular attractions include the Etosha National Park, one of the largest game reserves in Africa which is home to a variety of animals and birds, including several endangered species; the Namib-Naukluft Park, vast wilderness and the fourth largest nature conservation area in the world; the Skeleton Coast National Park; and the Fish River Canyon, the world’s largest after the Grand Canyon.
Wilderness and modern amenities co-exist happily in this land of vivid contrasts. Visitors to Namibia can see the country by means of comfortable coach tours, fly-in safaris, self-drive tours, or guided tours tailored to suit individual needs. A large number of lodges and guest farms are found all over the country. For the more adventurous, there are wilderness safaris, game walks, and drives, horse/hiking trails. Popular leisure activities include sandboarding, quad biking, skydiving, and paragliding amongst others. Photographic safaris can also be arranged.
Namibia, being a young and vibrant democracy, prides itself in its commitment towards the maintenance of peace, stability, and socio-economic development. Coupled with a first-world inter-connected infrastructural network, Namibia is truly a rare African gem.
TOP 10 DESTINATIONS
Located in the southern region of Namibia's elongated river, the Fish River Canyon unveils a remarkable geological expanse. Standing as the second-largest canyon globally, it follows in the foots......
Undoubtedly, Damaraland possesses its own allure as a distinct destination, often overshadowed by its close proximity to Etosha and its location along the way from the Skeleton Coast. The captivating bea.....
Extending from the central plateau of Namibia to the expansive basin of the Namib Desert, the Namib-Naukluft Park encompasses one of the planet's most extensive conservation areas.
Along the central coast, Swakopmund, a charming resort town, and Walvis Bay, the primary seaport of Namibia, come together to create an enchanting oasis where the sea and the desert converge.
A vast network of rivers weaves through its landscape, accompanied by generous summer rainfalls, resulting in the emergence of a fertile wilderness adorned with riverine forests, flood plains, swam.....
Spanning across Eastern Namibia, the Kalahari Desert, a dwelling place of the San / Bushmen, offers profound moments of solitude and contemplation. As you cast your gaze upon the vast expanses of op....
Opuwo presents a captivating and intricate metaphor, showcasing the harmonious coexistence of what is commonly perceived as modern and traditionally rooted.
Located to the west of Usakos, the Spitzkoppe stands as a captivating granite formation that has become a subject of countless photographs and paintings in Namibia. These intrusive granite rocks.....
Ranked among the finest game parks in Africa and boasting a rich history as one of the oldest, this remarkable destination is also Namibia's top attraction for tourists. It serves as a habitat to an impressive arr.....
Established with its initial proclamation in 1971 and its current form in 1973, this extraordinary park stretches from the southern Ugab River, spanning 500 km to the northern Kunene River, and reaching....
CONTACT INFORMATION
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