Namibia Safari - Enjoy The Beauty Of Nature

Namibia in South Africa is one of the most picturesque locations in the world. With its desert landscapes, bush-veld and colorful wildlife, it is the photographer’s heaven and the ultimate safari destination. Although the extreme temperature makes Namibia a strict no-no during summer months, May to October is a good time to enjoy the scenery, birds and wildlife.

A Namibia safari must begin with a visit to the photogenic Sossusvlei at sunrise. The vibrant and shifting colors on the endless red and orange sand dunes, surrounding enormous dried-up lake beds make for a magnificent view. The dunes measure up to a staggering 300 meters- reportedly the highest in the world. Dessert life forms are fascinating for the sheer variety. Hiking the sand dunes and seeing the prehistoric Welwitschia plants definitely form the high points of the visit.

The Namib Naukluft Park is home to some of the most exotic plants and animal species in the world. The world’s fourth largest conservation area boasts of Sossusvlei, Sandwich Harbor and Naukluft Hiking and four wheel drive trails. One can gain true dessert experience, hiking the dunes and tracking the dessert animals.

The Etosha Naukluft Park is a must visit on the Namibia Safari itinerary. It is the finest game reserve of the Southern Africa and is dominated by Etosha Pan, part of the Kalahari Basin. The Pan attracts a multitude of birds during heavy rains. Besides, the park is home to a large variety of mammals and almost 400 varieties of birds. Tourists must watch out for the congregation of wildlife at the Pan.

Swakopmund is a prime holiday destination in Namibia. It’s the largest city in Namibia. The cool coast offers a welcome relief from the intense heat of the day. It has a rich history and the tour would be incomplete without visiting the beautiful historic building like the Old Provincial Court and the lighthouse. Swakopmund also offers dune carting, parachuting, hot air ballooning, shark fishing and others to those with a taste for adventure. For those who’ll miss their weekend party, Swakopmund has ample, exciting nightlife.

The uniform scrubland is suddenly broken by a massive orange rock with sheer sides and a flat top. The Waterberg plateau is 200 meters high, arid on top and a starkly contrasting bush vegetation and strong permanent springs at the foot. Three-toed foot springs remind one that this was the habitat once. Wildlife abounds as in the rest of Namibia. A visit to the mountains of Spitzkoppe and Brandberg is a must. Brandberg is Namibia’s tallest mountain and home to the famous "white lady"., One cannot help marveling at the Bushmen rock art, the petrified forest and various spectacular rock formations.

A Namibia Safari is intensely exciting. There are safaris to suite every pocket, from luxury safaris to hiking safaris. However, one must remember to take along old, inexpensive luggage, comfortable, casual clothing with muted colors and nothing resembling army uniform.