DAMARALAND #2

A safari in Namibia is a journey into a land where time seems to stand still, and the pulse of life beats softly against the ancient sands. As already said before, it is far more than a chase for the Big Five—here, the wilderness whispers stories of survival, resilience, and beauty in its purest form. On our next trip we focussed a bit more on flora.Our guide Enos was a walking encyclopaedia and loved to explain the little wonders of nature. The Calicorema Capitata, or star of the desert, for example.A plant whith often grows in dry, rocky soil, where …

DAMARALAND #1

Gradually we began to get used to the warm welcome, often singing & dancing, from the welcoming committee. This time arriving at Damaraland it was no different. The refreshing drink and cool towel were more than welcome after the tire replacement. The campsite lies in a sparsely populated stone desert. It is a unique area with special and unspoiled nature. You will find ostriches, jackals and oryxes, but this region is best known for its rare black rhinos and desert elephants. After we put our stuff in the room we enjoyed the peaceful silence, the stunning view and a good …