Welcome to the Gondwana Blog
A collection of travelogues from all around Namibia…
Travel Tips
What kind of experience would suit me best in Namibia?
We all have our preferred choices when it comes to going on holiday; some prefer to lounge at the pool with a good read, while others would rather hike through the Fish River Canyon. No matter what your individual holiday style is, the vast and unique landscapes of...
How do you master the art of ‘no worries’ when in Namibia?
At some point or another we have all been the worrying sister, brother, friend or parent. What do we worry about? Tomorrow, of course, tangled in our fictional trials that are often exaggerated. Life is savoured much more when we worry less…but this is definitely...
The highlights of exploring Aus, Namibia
Who said little towns do not have much to offer? Well, Aus is but a little desert town in the south of Namibia, nestled in the ||Karas Region. This quaint town is snuggled between the most visited towns in the south, namely Lüderitz (125 km away) and Keetmanshoop (215...
Ecology & Nature
Five things you can learn from animals in Namibia
We all have fused common desires – to be heard, to be appreciated, to be encouraged, to be challenged and to make a meaningful contribution to something greater than ourselves. – It is no wonder we are charmed by animals and appreciate game drives. Hence, I admire...
People & Culture
Reasons why people from Namibia are awesome
To me, the most amazing thing about Namibia is the people. They are simultaneously warm and friendly, and oftentimes a handful too, just as in any other family or community. Hence, the awe-inspiring landscapes, clear skies and starry nights of Namibia are incomplete...
Stories & History
Do you remember playing carrom or finger board in Namibia?
Some would refer to it as finger board, but as for my brothers and I, it was simply carrom board. Recently, as my Dad and I were in search for our stored winter items in the garage I stumbled upon a few pieces of this game and instantly reminisced about the many great...
Miscellaneous
Does Namibia even have Soccer World Cup Excitement?
Prior to the first whistle blown, the World Cup Excitement was already ignited, as loyal fans preselected their favourite teams from many years ago. While, others seem to team-hop due to the inconsistency of trusted players like Messi, and some aren’t the slightest...