African Christmas Under the Stars
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We spontaneously decide to celebrate Christmas in the middle of August, then set up our sleeping bags outside (no tents!) to camp under the stars. It’s a glorious evening. Continue reading
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Bushman Paradise in Spitzkoppe
Our afternoon walk at Spitzkoppe leads us to Bushman’s Paradise — a cave of ancient rock art, featuring painted rhinos and other creatures. But the trek there and back is the real highlight. Continue reading
Towering Rocks of Spitzkoppe
Spitzkoppe is a majestic part of Namibia — monumental rock formations tower above our campsite and boulders spill over the landscape. It’s a sight to behold. Continue reading
Camping with the Cheetahs
Details of our poolside fun at Cheetah Park, followed by a peaceful night of camping under the stars. It’s only day four but I am already in love with Namibia. Continue reading
“Man, you’re such a cheetah!”
We spend the night at Cheetah Park which is as awesome as it sounds. They’re so friendly to cuddle with… until the donkey meat comes out. Thrilled to share these photos! Continue reading
Video Worth 5 Million Words
If a photo is worth a thousand words and there are 29.97 frames per second of video (#TVmajor), then this video recap of our time in Etosha National Park, Namibia is worth 5,214,780 words. Continue reading
Watering Hole Encore
We return to the watering hole for an encore performance — but instead of wildlife, the sunset is the (literal) star of tonight’s show. I will never get tired of African sunsets. Continue reading
Scouting Wildlife in Etosha
Our full day game drive in Etosha is sprinkled with close wildlife encounters — with rhinos, elephants, zebras, cheetahs, giraffes, ostriches, and most notably a pair of lions. Continue reading
Party Animals at the Watering Hole
This watering hole at Etosha National Park is THE hottest late night party in Namibia. Everyone shows up — giraffes, gemsbok, and of course bachelor elephants. Don’t mind the rhinos, they’re always horny. Click through for more of these party animals. Continue reading
Etosha National Park, Namibia
Etosha National Park has the best variety of wildlife in Namibia. We spot gemsbok antelope — their horns are nearly three feet long! — and spy an elephant taking a mud bath. Continue reading