What makes Namibia a must-visit destination?
With incredible scenery and personalized travel support, Namibia has the potential to be your best trip yet
Namibia / Photo: Courtesy
Wouldn’t it be great to travel to somewhere beautiful, diverting – and off-the-beaten track? For three decades, Gondwana Collection has been an indispensable travel tool for helping visitors get the most out of this captivating country. Comprised of an on-the-ground travel center, an accommodation portfolio, and a local trust, Gondwana Collection helps make Namibia a must-visit destination for all.
About Namibia
Sossusvlei Deadvlei / Photo: Courtesy
Located on Africa’s south-west coast, Namibia enjoys a serene desert landscape with wide open plains warmed by 360 days of sunshine per year. As the second least-densely populated country in the world, it’s the perfect getaway for solo travelers and families alike.
Settling In
English is the national language of Namibia, which means you’re off to a good start when it comes to assimilating with the local lifestyle. Understanding its currency, the Namibian dollar, is also a simple switch, with one US dollar roughly equating to 18 Namibian dollars. Here, you can enjoy a delicious main meal for around 10–15 USD, which means you can tuck into traditional dishes without having to eat into the vacation fund. A culinary staple is oshifima, a stiff dough-like porridge that’s often served as a side dish to ombidi, a mouth-watering spinach stew.
Personal Tour Guides
Palmwag Lodge & Camp/ Photo: Courtesy
Like many untapped treasures, Namibia has countless must-try activities that can be hard to squeeze into one itinerary. That’s why Gondwana Travel Center offers tailor-made solutions. Their team of Custom Design Safari Specialists can curate for you an exclusive itinerary based on your budget, trip duration, and specific interests, so no second of your South African sojourn is wasted.
Accommodation for Everyone
Plus, with Gondwana Collection Namibia, you can find the perfect place to rest your head on your wilderness retreat. This easy-to-use platform offers 20 properties and almost 50 accommodations across the region including rustic campsites, charming lodges, and luxury 5-star hotels. The company’s latest property, The Ekipa Etosha Pod, opened on February 1, this year. For those drawn to a more immersive experience, this is for you. Nestled among majestic mopane trees, this two-person sanctuary puts you in the beating heart of the African Bush.
Freedom to Explore
Namibia2Go / Photo: Courtesy
Despite relaxation being on the cards, there’s plenty of adventure to be had, too. Self-drive vacations are the preferred method of visiting Namibia because you can cruise through your freshly-penned itinerary at your own pace. If you’re interested in renting a car whilst you’re here, Gondwana Collection has its own stress-free solution: Namibia2Go. With a variety of vehicles, this site allows you to choose the model that fits your plans, taking into account different group sizes, storage needs, and off-road capabilities.
A Great Trip with a Great Cause
It’s not just you that stands to benefit from booking a trip with Gondwana Collection, but Namibia, too. Gondwana Care Trust is the group’s charity founded in 2017. Managed by a board of trustees and audited annually, their goal is to improve the region through sustainable projects funded by the Gondwana Collection.
One of the trust’s biggest projects, MealForTwo, launched in its founding year to distribute food to schools and hostels working with food-insecure citizens. Similarly, Back-to-School Christmas Bag was a project designed to reward, encourage, and celebrate local children’s return to school, aiming to enhance the academic prospects of disadvantaged Namibian children.
With flights available via Europe and South Africa, this is the perfect switch-off spot for those wanting to not only indulge in languid landscapes, but give back to them. If you’re ready for a holiday with lasting impact, visit Namibia with Gondwana Collection.
