1. Rhino drive or plateau hike in Waterberg National Park<\/h2> \t\t

It's not the most famous park, but it's often the first big \u201cwow\u201d of the trip.<\/p>

The Waterberg<\/strong> is a vast red plateau that rises in the middle of the savanna. You can walk there for hours, encounter some baboons or antelopes, and most importantly: enjoy a 360\u00b0 panorama<\/strong> view that\u2019s absolutely stunning...<\/p>

Want to kick off your trip with a real hike right from the start? This is where it begins.<\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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2. Hidden treasures: Otjikoto, Otavi & Vingerklip<\/h2> \t\t

Who said there\u2019s only sand in Namibia?<\/p>

On the way to Etosha, take a detour to Lake Otjikoto<\/strong>, formed after the collapse of a limestone cave. The Germans dumped weapons and ammunition here during the war: today, it\u2019s a peaceful lake with deep, mysterious waters.

For a surprising experience on your road trip through Namibia, visit the Otavi vineyards<\/strong>. Wine in Southern Africa? Yes! And Namibian wines are gaining attention. Try a cool glass of white wine in the shade of an acacia and discover a whole new side of Namibia.<\/p>

And then there\u2019s Vingerklip<\/strong>, a quirky 35-meter stone finger standing tall in the middle of the desert. Perfect for stopping, taking a short walk, breathing in, and slowing down.<\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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3. Observe wildlife in Etosha from your own 4x4.<\/h2> \t\t

Etosha<\/b> is the beating heart of wild Namibia.<\/span><\/p>\n

You drive yourself through lunar landscapes, searching for animals that gather near waterholes: <\/span>elephants, giraffes, springboks, zebras, lions<\/b> (if you're lucky). And all of this, in complete freedom.<\/span><\/p>\n

Add a <\/span>night in a camp in the middle of the park<\/b>, and listen to the hyenas or lions roaring in the distance as you fall asleep. Yes, it's real.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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4. Dinner under the Milky Way at Ozongaka<\/h2> \t\t

In Ozongaka, a small community lodge nestled in Damaraland, there\u2019s almost nothing. And that\u2019s what makes it everything.<\/span><\/p>\n

Imagine a small camp run by a local community, a wood fire, a delicious local dish\u2026 and <\/span>a Milky Way that falls right on you<\/b>. Here, the light comes from the sky.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s in places like this that conversations linger, and time truly slows down.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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5. Feeling tiny in front of the rocks of Spitzkoppe.<\/h2> \t\t

Dome-shaped mountains rising from the desert as if placed there by magic.<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>Spitzkoppe<\/b> is a paradise for climbers, photographers, and anyone who just loves to relax and take in the views.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can go for short walks, climb the rocks, or simply admire the natural arch at sunset.<\/span><\/p>\n

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6. Heading to the moon: the Moon Landscape<\/h2> \t\t

The <\/span>Moon Landscape<\/b> is a piece of planet Mars just a few kilometers from Swakopmund. Deep canyons, sculpted ridges, colors that change every hour.<\/span><\/p>\n

We often pass through quickly\u2026 and that's a mistake. Take a break, get out of the car, walk for a few minutes, and most importantly: <\/span>look around<\/b>. It's a desert, but it's anything but empty.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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7. Get some fresh air (and sand) in Swakopmund<\/h2> \t\t

When the Atlantic Ocean meets the Namib Desert, you get <\/span>Swakopmund<\/b>, an unlikely and charming little colonial town.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can eat pretzels, drink beers, go sandboarding, or just stroll along the beach while watching the pelicans.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s also the perfect time for a hot shower and a fresh fish restaurant before heading back inland.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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8. Kayak with the seals in Walvis Bay<\/h2> \t\t

A morning kayaking, close to the water, surrounded by <\/span>playful seals<\/b> and <\/span>flamingos<\/b> pecking in the shallow waters.<\/span><\/p>\n

In <\/span>Walvis Bay<\/b>, the ocean becomes calm, encounters are plentiful, and splashes are inevitable.<\/span><\/p>\n

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9. Reach Sandwich Harbour, where the desert meets the ocean.<\/h2> \t\t

It's a place you often dream about before you go... and it exceeds all expectations once you're there.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sandwich Harbour<\/b> is a stretch of dunes that ends in the water. To get there: a good 4x4, an experienced guide, and the desire to dive into a postcard-like setting.<\/span><\/p>\n

The view from the top, with the ocean on the left and the dunes on the right, is one of the most beautiful in Namibia. Maybe even <\/span>in the world<\/b>.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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10. Get up (very) early to see Sossusvlei come alive.<\/h2> \t\t

This is THE postcard.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sossusvlei<\/b> is this deep red desert, crossed by giant dunes like Dune 45, and dotted with the <\/span>Dead Vlei<\/b>, a white basin filled with dead trees.<\/span><\/p>\n

Arrive <\/span>before sunrise<\/b>, climb to the top of a dune\u2026 and wait. The light slowly rises, shadows stretch, and everything takes on a golden hue. A moment suspended.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Namibia off the beaten path<\/h2> \t\t

The best way to explore Namibia? Without a doubt: a 4x4 road trip with a rooftop tent. This option gives you the freedom to stop wherever you like, in the heart of the desert, by a waterhole in the savanna, or under a starry sky you'll never forget. This type of travel allows you not only to see the<\/strong> must-sees<\/strong><\/i> , but also to uncover hidden treasures that few travelers reach<\/strong>.<\/p>

And if you're looking for a reliable, authentic itinerary tailored for adventure, check out our trip to Namibia<\/a>. We've mapped the route, now it's your turn to experience it.<\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":135,"featured_media":1913,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2017","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","team-member-caro-nomads","blog-category-activities"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nan.travelblox.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2017","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nan.travelblox.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nan.travelblox.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nan.travelblox.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/135"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nan.travelblox.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2017"}],"version-history":[{"count":20,"href":"https:\/\/nan.travelblox.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2017\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2427,"href":"https:\/\/nan.travelblox.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2017\/revisions\/2427"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nan.travelblox.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1913"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nan.travelblox.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2017"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}