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NAMIBIA OVERLANDTravelling overland in Namibia and you'll see for yourself that Namibia is a land of contrasts and compelling beauty, abundant sunshine, and a feeling of unconfined space. Thanks to the Germans its also famous for its beer! And it also boasts an awesome range of adventure activities such as sky diving, dune boarding, quad biking in the desert, deep sea fishing and much much more! MUST DO'S:
MORE INFO ON NAMIBIA: With its un-spoilt landscapes and large variety of game, Namibia is one of the larger countries in Africa, and draws an increasing number of visitors from various parts of the globe. A sense of freedom is generated by the wide horizons, the clear unpolluted skies and a population density, which is among the lowest in the world. In addition, the diversity of its people creates a rich blend of cultures and traditions. Namibia is known for its HUGE range of landscapes. There is the brooding desolate Namib Desert, said to be the oldest in the world, with its high dunes and awe-inspiring sense of space. The central plateau, with its thorn bush savanna and rugged mountains, rising abruptly from the plains, gives way to the majestic Fish River Canyon in the South. In the North of the country, landscapes range from dense bush and open plains of the great Etosha pan, to woodland savanna and lush riverine vegetation. Dinosaur footprints preserved in the sandstone, pre-historic rock art, and the ancient fossil plant, Welwitschia mirabilis, bear witness to the aeons past in this - 'the ageless land'. All these facts combine in one country, which can justifiably be known as 'Africa's Gem'. CONSERVATION Namibia is the first country in the world to include protection of the environment and sustainable utilization of wildlife in its constitution. About 15,5% of the country have been set aside as National Parks. In these areas, rare and endangered species of animals, birds and plant life are preserved and protected. They serve as a living reminder to us all, and to the generations of the future, of how it once was in Africa. Most of the African game species are well represented in Namibia, with the largest concentration in the Etosha National Park, which is firmly entrenched on the world map of international parks. Join us on one of our Namibia adventure safaris to experience Namibia for yourself. GEOGRAPHY The country can be divided into four regions: the dunesand desert coastal plains of the Namib and the Skeleton Coast; the Central Plateau; the Kalahari; and the bushveld of Kavango and Caprivi. HISTORY Namibia has a colorful and turbulent history. In the mid-19th century, German missionaries opened up the interior, paving the way for traders who came later. The annexation of the country by Germany in 1884 accounts for the distinctive German architecture and traditions. After a turbulent past, the country at last became independent on 21 March 1990, and is now peacefully approaching the twenty-first century. CULTURE Namibia has a population of 1.7 million people. They have 11 major ethnic groups including Owambo, Kavango, Hereo/Himba, Damara, Nama, Basters, Caprivians, German, Afrikaans, and Twana. CLIMATE The whole country enjoys a minimum of 300 days of sunshine a year, but temperatures and rainfall vary considerably both seasonally and geographically. Summer is from November till March. TRAVEL TIPS:
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