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Namibia: Awesome Nature Photography

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Namibia is a vast country, 825,418 square kilometers of scenic,
varied landscapes rendered in high-contrast color film. It is no
wonder that this peaceful nation is a favorite among
photographers, especially the Sossusvlei sand dunes or the famed
but feared Skeleton Coast in the Namib Desert, the awe-inspiring
depths of Fish River Canyon, and the endless plains of the
Kaokoveld.

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Namibia: Awesome Nature Photography
Copyright (c) 2007 Alex J Smith
Unbiased Travel Information
http://www.datravelers.com

Namibia is a vast country, 825,418 square kilometers of scenic,
varied landscapes rendered in high-contrast color film. It is no
wonder that this peaceful nation is a favorite among
photographers, especially the Sossusvlei sand dunes or the famed
but feared Skeleton Coast in the Namib Desert, the awe-inspiring
depths of Fish River Canyon, and the endless plains of the
Kaokoveld. Strangely-shaped rock formations, dormant volcanoes
and giant dinosaur footprints round out the diversity of this
stark, hauntingly beautiful land. These features provide so much
variety to your sightseeing. For the more artistic eye, the
tones, textures and forms of these landscape features have made
Namibia a popular destination among photographers.

Nature and Wildlife

The 19 state-owned game parks, conservation areas, and resorts
comprise nearly 15% of Namibia's land area. Population sizes in
its game parks are smaller than in top wildlife destinations, but
the Etosha National Park is one of Africa's great game parks. In
the arid northwest, you find desert-dwelling elephant, black
rhino and giraffe. There is also an amazing variety of small
creatures with special adaptations for survival in the harsh
Namib Desert.

The northeast is home to woodlands and wetlands that stand in
sharp contrast to the western parts. There are small lakes and
flood plains that attract antelopes of various species,
backwaters carpeted with water lilies, and papyrus at the fringes
of water channels. You find many unique plants. The well-known
welwitschia with its shredded leaves is a fine example of
adaptation to life in desert environments. The bottle tree is
evocative of the rocky outcrops of Kaokoveld, and Namibia is home
to a bewildering diversity of lichens.

What Else to Do

Namibia's remote regions, especially in the arid northwest, make
it ideal for extreme adventures off the beaten track. The
Naukluft 4x4 trail is the first route to be mapped out in a
state-owned conservation area; it traverses mountainous terrain
and the plateau of the Naukluft Mountains. The track runs for
72km including steep inclines, rugged descents and
squeeze-through mountain passes, guaranteed to test the limits
your driving skills. The Isabis 4x4 trail in a farm in Windhoek
has options ranging from 16km to 40km and you have a choice of
two campsites. There are a number of other trails to choose
from.

There are many opportunities for angling in the country. Namibia
is probably the best locations in the world for shark angling
from the shore. This unique sport has become very popular. The
copper shark is the angler's favorite target, and can weigh up
to 180kg. There are other species of shark. Animal lovers need
not worry: shark angling is a catch and release activity.

Best Time to Go

The weather allows you to enjoy Namibia all year round, but
depending on what you want to see, some months are better than
others. August and December are busy tourism months, so ensure
that your bookings for car hire and accommodations are done well
in advance. Game viewing is best done in the dry winter months
May-October. Summers in Namibia can get very hot, and hiking
should not be attempted. The Fish River Canyon trail is closed
between September and April. Bird-watching is perfect from March
onwards, after the rains.

Planning your Trip

The best way to appreciate Namibia is with a car, so plan to
spend some money for car hire. The big outlay at the start will
be recovered by camping out in some of its picturesque sites. Do
good research into what you want to do and destinations that most
appeal to you. Focus on important destinations: there is so much
to see, there is no time to see them all. Distances in this vast
country are significant. Bring some camping clothes and outfits,
otherwise, you don't need too much of city clothes.

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