EPUPA FALLS

The Kunene River, in north western Namibia.

Near Epupa Village, the river becomes narrow. Calm pools are transformed in white waters

Nomadic bands of Himba People are settled surrounding Kunene River.

Water drops a total of 60m.

Kunene River is the natural border between Namibia and Angola.

There is excellent hiking along the river. Just be aware of crocodiles.

PEOPLE OF NAMIBIA

Although Namibia is one of the world's least densely populated countries, it is home to many different tribal groups.

HIMBA PEOPLE

A quite moment under a shadow sheltered from the strong sun.

An Himba woman was looking for wood to light a holy fire late at night.

The day is spent looking after the children, making flour from maize and churning butter. They often have to travel a distance to collect water from the river bed or natural water holes.

SAN PEOPLE 

San People inhabit the eastern areas of the country bordering with Botswana. They are also called "Bushmans".

They live in harsh conditions in Kalahari Desert.

The San still live as hunters. They are one of the world's last original hunter-gatherer societies.

Mostly, Bushmans stay in small groups of 30 or so. Each group comprise several families.

Only men leave the camp in the early morning to hunt. The women remain in the village with the chief.

WILDERNESS

A jackal

The coastal line provides a wide range of birdlife, specially white pelicans flamingoes and cormorants

Namibia's wildlife contains a variety of antelope species

Cheetah is one of the endangered species in Africa. Its population is decreasing and compromised by human activities.

A full coloured lizzard

Namibia's most extraordinary reptile is the crocodile. They can grow up to 3m long.

Elephant is one of the "Big Five".

We were astonished to find a turtle in the middle of the vast desert.

THE MATTERHORN OF AFRICA

The 1730m-high Spitzkoppe Mountain is one of the most Namibia's recognisable landmarks.

Its particular shape has inspired its nickname as "The Matterhorn of Africa" due to the similarities with the famous swiss peak.

Magical rock hollows in Spitzkoppe.

Spectacular rocks and asthonising shapes provide you a sense of real isolation.

SKELETON COAST

The North-western coastline in Namibia is the place where the desert meets the Ocean.

The Skeleton Coast is also home for thousands of seals.

The term of Skeleton Coast is derived from the strong currents in the southern atlantic, which have caused that many ships and whales wreck along the coast.

A NEW TRIP PARTNER...

In order to discover the landscape, wildlife and tribes in Namibia I took a new trip partner.... A 4WD car fully equiped with camping gear!

I hope we will manage together to reach every destination!

Many of Namibia's roads have gravel surfaces, which may need a 4x4. Especially in the wildest parts of the country, roads are sandy or rocky, and sometimes require river crossing.