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Namibia
Namibia is an extraordinary country, considered by some to be paradise because of its wide horizons, contrasting landscapes and pristine beauty. Roughly four times the size of the United Kingdom, it offers the traveler an experience like no other and a visit to Namibia must feature on every traveler's "to do list". With more than half of the country classified as either arid or extremely arid, it offers the traveler a pleasant climate, unpolluted and clear blue skies. Come and join us for endless nights under the Milky Way and be delighted as you'll be taken on a journey through our galaxy by our experts. Namibia is not only one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world, but it is also home to one of the oldest deserts in the world - the Namib Desert. The contrasts to be found in Namibia are unlike anywhere else in Africa, from the plant and wildlife to the unique geological natural wonders such as the Fish River Canyon.
With only 5450km of tarred road versus 37000km of gravel road, Namibia offers the adventure rider, who loves the wide open spaces and gravel roads, an absolute feast
- The Fish River canyon is the second largest canyon in the world.
- Windhoek is the capital city and Walvis Bay is Namibia's main port.
- The population of Namibia was estimated at 2,055,080 in 2007
- English is the official language and is spoken by seven percent of the population. Most of the people speak Afrikaans. Other languages are German and the indigenous languages of Herero, Nama and Oshivambo
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