TOPOGRAPHY

Namibia is one of the oldest countries in Africa
The coastline was already discovered in the 15th century. Bartholomeus Dias planted a cross at Cape Cross.
The country was first colonized by the Germans and the numerous German Architecture you find in most of the towns is a silent reminder of that era.
Remains of old Strongholdsare still found over the whole of Namibia.
The Country is 823 144 square km/ 317 817 square miles in size and the height above sea level is from 0 meters to 2606 meters, the highest mountain being Brandberg

SEASON

The following is just a rough guide to help you pack the right clothing

September through to late March, rain could be expected
Winter cold could be felt from March to late August
Min of up to - 8 degrees Celsius/ 17 Fahrenheit could occur
Max of up to 50 degrees Celsius/ 122 Fahrenheit could occur (hottest time of the year)
Humidity is found in only a few towns and places in the north of the country

But the normal every day is Min 2 degrees Celsius / 35 Fahrenheit
Max 35 degrees Celsius / 95 Fahrenheit

Small hints:

Covering the skin is sometimes better then exposing skin, even in Deserts temperatures.
It is nicer to enjoy the trip than to have red burning skin or even blisters from the sun!
Wearing long trousers in the Desert also protects the legs from sandstorm that could whip up in seconds.

FISH RIVER CANYON

The Fish River Canyon in the second largest canyon in the world, the Grand Canyon being the largest
Stopping over by the canyon early in the morning to see the sunrise is really an unforgettable experience.
The scenery's you encounter there will not disappoint.

NAMIB NAUKLOOF NATIONAL PARK

This desert reserve is the largest reserve in Namibia a massive 23 830 square km/9200 square miles
This is also the oldest desert in the world and is said to be 150 million years old.
Hosting the oldest living plants, the Welwicia Mirabilis, is said to be up to 2 000 years old and some even older.
Coming in from the southern side and working our way north we see the immense size of the reserve.
Take a walk to Ostrich Valley and Death Valley in the Desert.
Master the technique of climbing some of the highest dunes in the desert, some as high as 450 feet. It really is quite exhilarating when you reach the top to look out over the endless desert and to realize that although it all looks so vast and uninhabited there is actually life there.
Animals that could be seen are Gemsbuck, Springbuck, Hartmanns Mountain Zebra, and on rare occasions Hyena, Leopard, Jackal and Cheetah.
Sleep in Moon Valley's landscape and watch the changing beauty as the sunrise over the vast Desert.

ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK

Etosha is the second largest park in Namibia and is also a staggering 22 100 square km/ 8532 square miles.
The Big Five are found here and with 3 rest camps to stay at, a considerable amount of time could be spent here.
Completely different from the Kruger National Park; totally different animal species are found here too like the Damara dik dik, Gemsbuck, Springbuck and Black faced Impala.
The bird life is unique and numerous.
Come and see the annual Elephant migration when the Jumbos move to greener pastures!
Relax next to the waterhole and see the animals coming down to water. If you are lucky you could see a kill happen first hand.
Lions and leopards start moving closer to the waterholes when the dry season draws near and so do the animals they live on.