Namibia Travel Guide

Ignored in bygone times, Namibia is a destination that until modern times, was relatively ignored on a world stage. Discovered in the 19th century, the indigenous people fought valiantly for their independence against the intruding colonial Germans. Ultimately, 60% of the native population were wiped out in the S of the country and modern day Namibia is reflected with the influence of German colonisation (evident in the architecture, food and language, particularly in the capital city of Windhoek).

Only in the last couple of decades, visitors have discovered the vast potential of this resource rich country as a tourist destination, with its incredible desert landscapes, sunshine, wildlife and a rugged, raw, barren beauty. Namibia boasts remarkable natural attractions such as the Namib desert, the Fish River Canyon Park, Etosha National Park and the Kalahari desert. Namibia also produces some of the world's highest quality diamonds.

Popular cities and other destinations in Namibia include:

• Windhoek -- Namibia's capital and largest city.
• Keetmanshoop -- Small town on the rail lines and highway, jumping off point for treks in the Fish River Canyon Park.
• Lüderitz -- Colonial-era German coastal town.
• Ondangwa and Oshakati -- Twin towns in the heart of Owamboland, northern Namibia.
• Outjo -- Gateway to the Etosha National Park, Koakoveld and Damaraland.
• Swakopmund -- Coastal town, a mecca for Namibians on holiday.
• Tsumeb -- Mining town east of Etosha.
• Tsumkwe -- rural desert town surrounded by San (Bushmen) villages.
• Walvis Bay -- Desert sports.
• Warmquelle
• Brandberg Mountains -- The highest mountain in Namibia at 2 573 m.
• Etosha National Park
• Kolmanskop -- A ghost town just outside Lüderitz.
• Waterberg Plateau Park -- Another good place to watch wildlife.
• Sossusvlei -- The most popular entry point for people wanting to visit the Namib desert.
• Skeleton Coast -- The northern coastal part of the Namib desert, named for the dozens of ships that were beached in the thick fog that is frequent where the desert meets the Atlantic.
• Spitzkoppe -- the Matterhorn of Namibia.
• Fish River Canyon Park--The second largest canyon in the world.
• Opuwo-- capital of Kunene Region and an ideal starting point for stocking up before venturing further into Kaokoland and the rest of NW Kunene.
• Kaokoland - home to the Himba tribe, desert elephants, desert lions, Epupa Waterfalls and many more attractions in this north-western corner of Namibia.

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