Twyfelfontein |
(Fountain of Doubt - Afrikaans) |
Twyfelfontein is Africa’s largest rock art concentration. There are estimated to be over 2000 rock engravings and paintings. The oldest, dated to be over 6000 years old.
In June 2007, Twyfelfontein was declared a World Heritage site. For centuries the San shared the nearby fountain with Africa’s wild animals. The engravings and artwork served as historical and informative data to other travelers, who utilized the same water supply and shelter.
The Petrified Forest, Burned Mountain and Organ Pipes are all in close proximity to Twyfelfontein and makes for some interesting sightseeing. The lucky few are awarded with sightings of the nomadic Namibian Desert Elephants.
Twyfelfontein is referred to as the world’s large natural amphitheater and is highly recommended.
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Sossusvlei |
(Gathering Place of Water - Nama) |
The Namib Desert consists of spectacular amber red sand dunes, vast open plains and rugged mountains. Namibia's name was derived from the Namib Desert, which is a long, narrow coastal desert with a varying width of 50km - 140km and spans the entire coastline of Namibia.
The Sossusvlei dry clay pan lies within the Namib dunes and mark the end of the Tsuachab River’s way to the sea. Thousands of years ago the river flowed into the Atlantic Ocean but the slow movement of the Dunes cut of its way, resulting in a pan. Sossusvlei can be dry for decades and are inundated only after exceptional rains.
Various animal species are adapted to live in these harsh conditions, the most impressive being the Oryx (Gemsbuck), which is able to survive without any water.
Sossusvlei is one of Namibia’s major tourism attractions and definitely worth visiting. Activities like hot air ballooning and scenic flights can be arranged. Not to mention that Sossusvlei is a photographer's paradise.
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For a more cultuaral experience, we recommend visiting the Himba tribes of the Kunene region, or the bushman tribes of the Kalahari .
Day trips from Tualuka can be arranged to some of the Himba villages close to Kamanjab. If you would like to visit the Bushman, an extra day or two is recommended.
For more information regarding these cultures, please visit the links below.
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The Namibian coastline has a lot to offer. Apart from having spectacular desert coastline scenery, the three coastal towns of Swakopmund, Henties Bay and Walvis Bay, will provide all the activities you could ask for on a family vacation.
You can dune board and quad bike some of the highest sand dunes in the world, go camel riding in the desert, take the family out onto the Atlantic Ocean for a sundowner dolphin and seal cruise or visit the Cape Fur Seal colony at Cape Cross.
Fishing expedition can also be arranged from Hentiesbay.
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Etosha National Park
Etosha National Park is one of the largest game reserves in Africa and covers a vast area of 22 270 square km. There are 114 mammal species in the park and several are rare and endangered, such as the Black Rhino.
About 340 bird species can be found, of which about one third is migratory.
In the dry season Etosha's wildlife is dependant on water holes, which offer excellent game viewing and photographic opportunities.
The vegetation varies from dwarf shrub savannah and grasslands around the pan, to thorn bush and woodland savannah throughout the park.
Come meet the elephants and lions up close.
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Attractions
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