We Were Nearly Robbed on Our Last Day in Namibia
The moment had arrived. It was time to embark on the last leg of our journey which involved a mere 1 hour drive from the …
Ella McKendrick
Lake Lake Oanob Resort: A Campsite Overrun with Cats
After an incredibly stressful morning, we finally arrived at the gates to our campsite. I was thrilled to discover the campsite was far enough away from …
My 5 Top Tips for Staying Safe from Animals in the African Bush
Africa is a wonderful continent that contains a vast range of animals. My fascination with Africa is honestly as a result of the wonderful array …
Losing my Wallet: Are Namibian Towns Safe?
I woke up to a cool breeze wafting through my tent. Brr. I clasped my sleeping bag harder, wondering if I’d woken up in Antarctica or …
Is The Namib-Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park Worth Visiting?
The Namib Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park – The Perfect Stop-Over Between Sossusvlei & Windhoek I knew this day had been coming for some time. But …
Off-Roading Through the Dunes of Sossusvlei: A Namibia Highlight
Morning in the Namib desert. We made a speedy exit from the Gondwana Desert Camp in order to be at our next destination early. Today …
Introducing Solitaire, My Favourite Town in Namibia!
And so the saga with the bees continued. I opened my sleepy eyes, safe within my roof-top tent. Outside I could hear insistent buzzing as bee …
The Time our Car Broke Down in the Middle of the Namib Desert
I opened the door to the car, the midday sun scorching down on my back. I wiped the sweat from my brow as I clambered …
Exploring Canyons in the Namib Desert
After not seeing any shipwrecks at the Skeleton coast, I was determined to hit the rest of our road-trip at full speed and really embrace every …
Disappointment at the Skeleton Coast: The Frustrating Side of Namibia
I was in the Skeleton Coast, my excitement almost bubbling over. For so long I had wanted to visit this treacherous stretch of coastline where …