One place that you may not consider amongst the great safari locales is the coastal nation of Namibia, nestled towards the South Western tip of the continent. Although Namibia resides as one of the largest countries in Southern Africa, greater in size than both Tanzania and Mozambique it yet remains one of the more obscure parts of the area, perhaps more famous for being the home of Olympic and Commonwealth sprinter Frankie Fredericks. 
There is, however, much more to Namibia than just its most famous son; this is a land rich with history, fascinating culture and a beautiful and rugged landscape. Perhaps the country’s most renowned geographical landmark is the Kalahari Desert which it shares along with South Africa and Botswana; despite being certified as a desert region, the Kalahari actually consists of several microcosmic ecosystems, an area known as the Succulent Karoo, is, for example, abundant in plant life boasting of 5,000 species many of which are endemic. 
Along the Western Coast of Namibia the landscape is dominated by the Namib desert, in which lies the famous Skeleton Coast. Due to rough seas and a mist that rolls in off the Atlantic numerous ships have run aground along this strip of shoreline and today there skeletal-like remains still litter the coast, lending the area its eerie name. 
One of the best ways to explore Namibia is by light aircraft on a fly-in safari. You could begin by venturing to the Kulala Wilderness Reserve, a remote and beautiful part of Namibia and the gateway to it’s the Namib Desert. The area is home to the largest sand dunes in the world and some of the most photographed natural sites in the world, Sossusvlei. Marvel at the bizarre visual contradictions of Dead Vlei and the solitary and resolute Dune 45. Take to the air once again on an incredible balloon flight over the area, although costing a little extra Dead Vlei offers unrivalled views of this surreal landscape. 
Take a flight up along the stunning Skeleton Coast past ships wrecks such as the Shaunee and Eduard Bolen and towards Swakopmund, a charming coastal community. While in this area check out Walvis Bay, which weather permitting offers excellent boat trips out into the Atlantic where you can hope to see turtles, dolphins, seals, sunfish and a host of birdlife. From there return to the air and head eastward marking as you do the subtle shift in the landscape until you reach Damaraland and dramatic scenery indicative of the central plateau. 
Of course, a safari would not be complete without some large mammal interaction and the Etosha National Park, the country’s most renowned wildlife reserve, Etosha National Park boasts over 114 species ranging from lions and leopards to the endangered black and white rhino. The best time to visit the park is from mid-April through to around October, the drier season when animals must congregate at established watering holes along the safari trails which provides tourists with regular glimpses of the most iconic beats. 
Couple with a broad spectrum of luxury accommodation, particularly in the Etosha and Sossusvlei regions, Namibia is one of the best-kept secrets for safari lovers in Africa. 
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