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A collection of travelogues from all around Namibia…
Travel Tips
Make the most of your Namibia2Go self-drive Safari
It's been established, self-drive safaris are the new fan favorite. From eating biscuits next to a watering hole to spotting a leopard in a tree or squirrel gathering food, experiencing unique Namibian moments, are much more appreciable on a self-drive safari. But...
Travelling in Namibia during the wet season
During the months of November to April, Namibia is known to experience the annual rain fall, which is the so called rain season or better known as wet season. There are many debates on whether it is better to travel in Namibia during the wet season or the dry season,...
Fill your travel bucket list: 3 Destinations in Namibia not to be missed in 2021
The first week in January is the ideal time to write down goals and new intentions for the year, so grab a brand new journal and dedicate a full page (or make it two) towards writing down your travel goals. Draw little check boxes with your top must-see destinations...
Ecology & Nature
Green-tripping Namibia in the time of Covid-19: A travelogue from the heart part 1
The words ‘May you live in interesting times’ came true for all of us in 2020 whether we wanted it to or not. Covid-19 arrived with a vengeance, generating a worldwide flurry of fear. I realised with a dire feeling of angst that if an Earth cataclysm could wipe out...
People & Culture
An unprecedented meeting of worlds: Etosha and Owambo in Namibia
Gondwana Collection Namibia has recently added Etosha King Nehale to their repertoire of lodges. This destination combines two much sought-after tourism experiences in an unprecedented meeting of worlds: culture and wildlife. It is the place where Etosha meets Owambo....
Stories & History
Delightful Swakopmund
Most Namibian journeys lead to the coast where the tumultuous Atlantic Ocean kisses the windswept dunes of the Namib Desert. It is a magnificent sight to behold for those who have the privilege to disembark here. Namibia might surprise you with its historic richness,...
Miscellaneous
My 6 favorite breakfast spots in Windhoek, Namibia
As a lover of good food, and good coffee, I made a list of my personal favorite breakfast spots in Windhoek to share with you. Although I don’t always eat breakfast, especially when I’m in a rush in the mornings, I do love a hearty egg and bacon breakfast on a toasty...