There is an old Namibian saying: “If the Namibian sun
has shone on you once, you are part of the country.”

People who have never been to Africa seem to be under the
misconception that lions and wild animals roam our streets or
that we stay in the bush! This has caused much laughter from
Africans and some even thought that this was just the
opportunity to fool around with someone. But that is typical
African hospitality. People will joke around just to make you
feel comfortable and at ease!

And when you finally convince someone to come and stay in
“the bush” in Namibia, it's amazing to see
their reaction when they arrive, one of disbelief and feeling
that a mistake has been made, is written all over their
faces! You see, our International airport is situated 40km
outside Windhoek and when you arrive there, it truly seems as
if there is nothing! And you do not see the city until you
are basically in it! The landscape is such that it hides
civilisation from a first time visitor!

But once your find yourself in Namibia, you'll be angry
at yourself for not coming here sooner! The country is
exquisite in beauty, cultures, places to see and things to
do! But don't be in a hurry! African time seem to have
found its way to Namibia too! At the coastal town of
Swakopmund (the most visited town in Namibia and the second
largest town) you get a true European feel – people are
laid-back and it seems as if they are on a constant vacation.
But don't misunderstand: business is good – you do get
good service, but this is the place to come and unwind
completely! And we do offer the best cuisine! You can even
experience a true African dinner in Windhoek in a township
restaurant! This is a must do for any traveller! But you must
have a strong stomach! This is not for the faint-hearted!

So what is there to see and do in Namibia? There are
international events, such as championships in sand boarding
and powerboat racing, to mention a few. And don't forget,
we do have the oldest desert in the world, the Namib Desert.
You can ride the endless waves of dunes on a quad bike or in
a 4×4 or hot-air ballooning over the Namib Desert or visit
indigenous tribes or go big game fishing or skydiving or
going on a seal and dolphin cruise or bird watching or take a
safari to see the big 5, or, or, or…(the list is endless!)
Travelling in Namibia you will encounter good hospitality and
good value for money and unspoilt nature scenes where wild
life is abundant.

With is wide variety of inhabitants, habitats and scenery,
Namibia has a lot to offer any traveller! It is fast becoming
a popular holiday destination and with a well-planned
itinerary, you can see an impressive amount of the country
that will leave you breathless with awe and amazement! Even
the most difficult to please will find something to enjoy.

For more information, visit Renate's website at www.mcleodcontours.com