Namibia

Home to the oldest desert in the world, formidable wildlife, dramatic scenery, and rich culture

Namibia is a great country to explore with a self-drive, traversing its horizons on the wide open road. There’s a tonne to see and do in every corner of the country, starting with the most famous spot, Etosha National Park, which is known for the large herds and sly predators that crowd its waterholes. Sossusvlei is another popular destination, where visitors come to see the dramatic sight of long-dead camelthorn trees contrasted against a backdrop of deep orange sand dunes. The Skeleton Coast, where the desert meets the sea, gets its name from the many ships wrecked at its shores, leaving behind only their sombre structures on the beach.