Out of the desert and onto the coast.
Flamingos in Walvis Bay
Hello, flamingos and white pelicans of Walvis Bay! This place is a birder’s paradise.
Flamingos taking flight
We’re not birders, but still appreciate the beauty of birds.
White Pelican
The Atlantic Ocean crashes into the sands of Namibia, as we enter the holiday resort town of Swakopmund.
The dunes near Swakopmund
Mare treats us to several nights of luxury at the “Beach Lodge” which is designed to look like a wrecked ship, right on the ocean.
The Beach Lodge
Driving part of the Skeleton Coast, we understand how it had earned its name.
Driving the Skeleton Coast Road
Salt flats, mineral and precious gem mines, and the road goes on forever.
Zeila shipwreck
Many shipwrecked sailors died of exposure here.
Tables with chunks of salt crystals for sale line the road
Man cannot live on salt alone, but he can certainly purchase it.
Cape Cross Seal Reserve
A surreal seashore with over 100,000 seals make us feel like intruders. Wonder if they think that we stink too?
Beach shower – the best show in town
Invigorating walks along a never ending shoreline rejuvenate our bodies, which have been car-bound for days. A simple outdoor shower provides a chance to frolic, and clean up at the same time.
Himba woman with child. Check out that hair!
Himba tribal members have kept their cultural heritage intact for many years. The female hair style utilizes a mixture of clay and mud.
Shopping for souvenirs
Crafts are handmade and very reasonable. Bartering is an important ingredient of their culture, so it’s foolish and insulting to agree on the first price.
Adios Namibia – It has been spectacular!
We wrap up another amazing adventure in Namibia. A land that has so much more than just sand. Our next adventure will take us back to Cape Town, a place that feels like home. Ron Mitchell