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Nature, the giraffe and its periscope neck |
 The giraffe is best known for its extra long neck. In fact, it can see so far
that other animals stay near it for early warning of predators. Its
neck is also very useful in a fight. But its length poses challenges
for the giraffe, when it has to bend down to drink. Find out more about
the giraffe, its cleverly adapted blood circulation system and its incredibly powerful heart, here>>
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 04 January 2009 )
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Namibia Tracks and Trails on Tour Brief |
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 Two of the properties represented by Namibia Tracks and Trails
are located in the vicinity of Sesriem and Sossusvlei. In addition to the remarkable scenery of the
Namib Desert, these destinations show just how able life is to adapt to the incredibly harsh
environment. Find out more about desert adaptation, here>>
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Namibia Tracks and Trails
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| Group profile, social and environmental
responsibility, links to all lodges and high-resolution galleries. More>>
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 04 January 2009 )
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 09 November 2008 )
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Destination: Etosha site revamped |
 Etosha is one of Namibia's most popular destinations. The Etosha
National Park site on Tour Brief has been substantially upgraded.
Amongst the new information, you will find road directions specific to
the King Nehale gate, the Andersson gate and the Von Lindequist gate,
as well as fresh information on mammals, birds, reptiles and
amphibians. Take a look at the revamped site, here>>
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 28 December 2008 )
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Ntwala Island Lodge joins Tour Brief |
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 Hippos, which can be seen at Ntwala, spend their time in shallow
water. Most hippos look as
though they float, but they stand or lie on the bottom.
The
high position of their nostrils and eyes on their heads
makes it easy
for them to breathe and see, when most of their bodies
are submerged. Find out more about the hippo, here>>
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Ntwala Island Lodge
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4 ultra-luxurious suites on private
islands in the Zambezi. Vic Falls and Chobe. U$ 480 - U$ 750 pp. More>>
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 28 December 2008 )
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New destination: Epupa Falls, the oasis in Kaokoland |
 Epupa Falls, on the Kunene River, stands in pleasing contrast to its surroundings, with lush vegetation around the falls encircled by the dry Kaokoland landscape. It is a good waypoint en-route to or from Marienfluss and Baynes Mountains, and Ruacana and Opuwo. Find out more about putting Epupa Falls on the itinerary, here>>
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 21 December 2008 )
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Epupa Falls Lodge joins Tour Brief |
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 In 1863, in the midst of a battle, a child was born. He was given
the name 'Vita' which means war. Vita Tom went on to lead the Himbas in a number of wars. In the
process, he established an area for the Himbas, spanning much of northern Namibia, including Epupa. Find
out more about the history of the Himbas, here>>
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Epupa Falls Lodge
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9 twin tents. Himba encounters, river
cruises, white water rafting, game viewing. U$ 200 - U$ 250. More>>
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 21 December 2008 )
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Visions of Africa on Tour Brief |
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 Visions of Africa's lodges, camps and activities are all designed to gibe guests extraordinary experiences of nature from close up. But to best enjoy these experiences travellers need to know how to spot wildlife which may be well hidden, and how to ensure their safety. Find out more about game viewing, here>>
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Visions of Africa
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| Group profile, social and environmental responsibility, links to all lodges and high-resolution galleries. More>>
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