Welcome to the Gondwana Blog
A collection of travelogues from all around Namibia…
Travel Tips
The interesting benefits of camping in Namibia
“The internet used to be what we did to get away from real life; now real life is what we do to get away from the internet.”- Noah Smith In Namibia, many people find joy in camping and dedicate weekends to adventures in nature on a regular basis. Sometimes even longer...
What are your game drive sighting must-sees in Namibia?
We’ve all talked about our bucket list destinations and what it’s like to travel in Namibia. But have you ever thought about which animal encounter you look forward to when enjoying a game drive? The closest most of us have been to “wild” animals has been when we were...
Journey to Namibia – Not just another Kalahari story
Amongst the red dunes and patches of golden grass, you will realise that the Kalahari Desert invites all your senses to come to play. It is first and foremost a tactile experience of cool red sand underfoot while walking barefoot as the sun nods off behind the...
Ecology & Nature
Namibia through my lenses
Namibia, Namibie, Namíbia… if you’re lucky, you’ve probably heard the name before. If you’re new to Namibia, please join me on my discoveries in this beautiful country that will leave you craving more. For someone who has travelled the world by sea, I couldn’t believe...
People & Culture
Best markets to explore in Namibia’s capital city
It is November and the year is almost over! Everyone seems to be slowly moving into holiday mode. It has been a long year filled with ups and downs, so it is certainly the perfect time to unwind and spend time with loved ones. I personally am looking forward to...
Stories & History
How well do you really know the Etosha Pan in Namibia?
It is no secret that Etosha is one of the most famous destinations in Namibia when it comes to safaris. Avid travellers and wildlife-lovers know that getting out of your car in Etosha National Park is against the rules and regulations of the park. Visitors not abiding...
Miscellaneous
Nature’s whisper inspires architecture in the Namib
On the 1st April 2019, a spaceship landed on a rocky outcrop in Gondwana Namib Park. But it was the 1st of April. So, no aliens nor spaceships were found… In fact, it was the near-finished construction site of the Desert Whisper – Gondwana’s remote retreat for two...