March 26, 2025

Namibia’s Rhino Frontier

I will never forget my first visit to Damaraland. In a sturdy, built-up Land Rover called Kangombe, we arrived at the camp well after sunset. Dinner was a boisterous affair. The camp staff sang around a campfire, and our guide sat with all the other guests at a long family-style dinner table, sharing tales of adventures in this rugged corner of the country.
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March 26, 2025

Where the Wild Things Waddle

As the first light of dawn stretched over the Lüderitz Waterfront, we gathered at the jetty, greeted by the crisp morning air and the promise of adventure. The crew of Penguin Catamaran Tours—Skipper Christo and deckhand Eslon—welcomed us aboard with warm smiles, their enthusiasm setting the tone for what would be an unforgettable journey. Along with our warm welcome, we each received a branded buff, a thoughtful memento. A few other guests joined us, and after a quick safety briefing, we pulled on our jackets against the brisk sea breeze. The Namibian flag fluttered proudly on the catamaran, a vibrant splash of colour against the soft morning sky.
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June 11, 2025

Etosha Unlocked

It begins with stillness. A lioness crouched in the golden grass, barely a ripple in the morning light. Nearby, a dust-coated elephant approaches a waterhole, flanked by a dazzle of zebras and an entourage of springbok. This is Etosha National Park, the shining jewel in Namibia’s crown, where every turn of the road unveils a wild adventure.
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June 11, 2025

Halai – Birding with Pompie

Different people, such as birders, have different ideas about their favourite birding spot. Etosha is no different. Some prefer Namutoni and the surrounding areas, especially Fischer’s Pan where thousands of water birds congregate to enjoy the food the pan produces once it fills up during the rainy season. My favourite camp by far is Halali, probably because I prefer a place where there are lots of different birds in the camp and at the surrounding waterholes.
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June 12, 2025

Kharugu

Just off the main road in the charming town of Omaruru lies a hidden treasure: Kharugu’s small-scale miners’ shop. A place where authenticity meets craftsmanship, this sparkling gem of a store invites visitors to step into a world of unique gemstones, rare minerals and handcrafted jewellery – all sourced from Namibia’s licensed small-scale miners. It is an experience that is as much about supporting local artisans as it is about taking home a genuine piece of Namibian history.
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June 12, 2025

A journey into stillness and wonder

We arrived to the sight of a landscape transformed – lush, green bush thick with life, puddles still shimmering on the tracks, and trees heavy with the gift of recent rain. Though the earth was damp and the sky still heavy, the heat clung to the air. At the lodge, Anderssons at Ongava, ice-cold towels were handed to us along with a glass of homemade lemonade – a crisp, refreshing welcome against the warm weight of the day. Bags disappeared into capable hands while the landscape stretched out before us, antelopes grazing unfazed in the distance.
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June 12, 2025

Earth to Light: The Alchemy of Stone

Lyrical, fluid abstraction. Curvilinear lines fall into spirals of perfect geometry. Shadows gather and leap, surfaces glimmer. Light bounces off the contoured stone, creating the illusion of movement and malleability. As the sculpture turns – some have been fixed on turntables and are gently spun by hand – a new interpretation is revealed. The sculpture itself seems to be nearly weightless, taking flight.
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June 13, 2025

Simanya River Lodge

There’s a stretch of Namibia where time slows down to the gentle rhythm of river flow, where the land hums with ancient culture and the sunsets seem to melt straight into the water. On the banks of the Kavango River, in the remote northeast, Simanya River Lodge has quietly redefined luxury in one of the country’s least explored regions.
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June 13, 2025

Savouring Namibia

Omaruru, a town known for its thriving art scene and artisan craftsmanship, offers a delightful stop for travellers seeking something unique. As you arrive, you will immediately notice the strikingly large sculptures that line the streets. They form part of the Tikoloshe Root Carving Project – an artistic expression that captures the spirit of this creative community.
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