Namibia.It has suddenly dawned on me.
Feb 15th, 2018, 10:14 PM
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A magnificent antelope also often referred to as the crazy kudu often tries to outrun the vehicle as you drive past.
Makes sense to watch out & give it a wide berth,with a good possibility of them crashing into the car when alarmed.Its dry and lean meat is often on menu in Namibian restaurants.
Angolan or Namibian Giraffe a sub species of the southern Giraffe
Pale Chanting Goshawk, common bird of prey in Etosha
Feb 16th, 2018, 11:16 PM
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The Big B
The two of them sharing a waterhole. Truce amidst tension. Both with a lousy temper.
The 'White ' Rhino is generally said to be the colour of their last mud bath.
Wide or 'Wyd' an Afrikanns word for a wide mouth of the beast,is the reason for the corrupted name' White ' Rhino.Notice his flat wide muzzle.
This, then has to be a white elephant
oys of Etosha
The two of them sharing a waterhole. Truce amidst tension. Both with a lousy temper.
The 'White ' Rhino is generally said to be the colour of their last mud bath.
Wide or 'Wyd' an Afrikanns word for a wide mouth of the beast,is the reason for the corrupted name' White ' Rhino.Notice his flat wide muzzle.
This, then has to be a white elephant
oys of Etosha
Feb 18th, 2018, 10:06 PM
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At the Okaukejo an outpost,a rest camp and and admin outpost of Etosha NP. The chalets overlook an artificial waterhole with a ringside amphitheatre which attract game day and night, Quite crowded 24/7..
Feb 18th, 2018, 10:29 PM
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On toTwyfelfontein ,in Damaraland situated in the Kunene Region of north western Namibia. Surreal landscapes and a lovely Camp Kipwe nestled among the rocks
Speckled Pigeon
Camp Kipwe
Blends into the surroundings
Beautiful skies
Speckled Pigeon
Camp Kipwe
Blends into the surroundings
Beautiful skies
Feb 19th, 2018, 03:03 AM
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The Desert Dwelling Elephants of the Kunene region.
A male in Musth.They live in sandy desert, rocky mountains and arid gravel plains in Namibia's northwest.
Initially, an adventurous bull ventured far south; he was named “Voortrekker”, meaning “first walker”. Later he brought breeding herds, and now the Ugab River area has become home to approximately 31 elephants.
They are said to have a smaller body mass with proportionally longer legs and seemingly larger feet than other elephants adapted to travel in arid conditions.
They live in smaller family units made up of only two or three animals, thereby decreasing pressure on food and water resources
A male in Musth.They live in sandy desert, rocky mountains and arid gravel plains in Namibia's northwest.
Initially, an adventurous bull ventured far south; he was named “Voortrekker”, meaning “first walker”. Later he brought breeding herds, and now the Ugab River area has become home to approximately 31 elephants.
They are said to have a smaller body mass with proportionally longer legs and seemingly larger feet than other elephants adapted to travel in arid conditions.
They live in smaller family units made up of only two or three animals, thereby decreasing pressure on food and water resources
Feb 20th, 2018, 10:22 PM
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I had to do the journey to Swakopmund from Damaraland in one day as per the schedule but the lure of the Skeleton coast and Cape Cross was irresistible. Decided to do the 700 km detour along the desolate Atlantic seaboard and was well rewarded.
Ruins of an oil rig
its stark beauty against a desolate land
rusting and twisted metal now a home to breeding seabirds
The notorious coastline was a graveyard for ships
Ruins of an oil rig
its stark beauty against a desolate land
rusting and twisted metal now a home to breeding seabirds
The notorious coastline was a graveyard for ships
Feb 20th, 2018, 10:35 PM
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Cape Cross with its colony of Cape Fur Seals raises a lot of 'stink'.......
Digested and semi-digested seafood buffet in the form of poo is an absolute olfactory assault.
Mum nursing the pup
Tens of juveniles basking along with their mothers
A healthy population in the middle of nowhere
Digested and semi-digested seafood buffet in the form of poo is an absolute olfactory assault.
Mum nursing the pup
Tens of juveniles basking along with their mothers
A healthy population in the middle of nowhere
Feb 21st, 2018, 11:20 PM
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Thank you Cali, Leely. Namibia is indeed a very different country. It dosen't conjure up,nor fit into, the usual "Africa' mould. Its certainly, as you mentioned Cali, qualifies as "The Peaceable Kingdom" for the redeemed souls. If you haven't already been there,would highly recommend it.
Though,self drive is the best option for Namibia, there are also a lot of travel companies offering various services, including assisted tours and conducted (fixed) tours. One such name that comes to mind is The Cardboard Box Company.
Namibia | Cardboard Box Travel Shop
I did not use them. I hired the vehicle from Odyssey.Went my own way, as usual. Though they were not the best, do shop around, there are many more.
I was also recommended Damien Morel,a freelancing tour guide.
http://damienmorel.com/
Again,its a recommendation. I've not used him.
A day in Swakopmund, relaxed and rejuvenated after long drives Namibian in the outback.Were off towards Solitaire... a small desert town enroute to or Sesriem and the Sossusvlei in the Namib.
Though,self drive is the best option for Namibia, there are also a lot of travel companies offering various services, including assisted tours and conducted (fixed) tours. One such name that comes to mind is The Cardboard Box Company.
Namibia | Cardboard Box Travel Shop
I did not use them. I hired the vehicle from Odyssey.Went my own way, as usual. Though they were not the best, do shop around, there are many more.
I was also recommended Damien Morel,a freelancing tour guide.
http://damienmorel.com/
Again,its a recommendation. I've not used him.
A day in Swakopmund, relaxed and rejuvenated after long drives Namibian in the outback.Were off towards Solitaire... a small desert town enroute to or Sesriem and the Sossusvlei in the Namib.
Feb 22nd, 2018, 02:15 AM
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Solitaire a small desert outpost.
On the way to Sesriem & Sossusvlei
An isolated settlement in the Khomas Region of central Namibia. Last pit stop to re-fuel in the only gas station in miles. Moose-McGregor's desert bakery,a 'Dessert Oasis' known for the legendary apple strudel,includes a general store and a small lodge.
Probably belonged to the first inhabitants adds a peculiar twist to the harshness of the desert.
Rusting Vintage sucked into the desert sand
On the way to Sesriem & Sossusvlei
An isolated settlement in the Khomas Region of central Namibia. Last pit stop to re-fuel in the only gas station in miles. Moose-McGregor's desert bakery,a 'Dessert Oasis' known for the legendary apple strudel,includes a general store and a small lodge.
Probably belonged to the first inhabitants adds a peculiar twist to the harshness of the desert.
Rusting Vintage sucked into the desert sand
