Namibia: Usakos historical railway sheds and water towers

Namibia: Usakos historical railway sheds and water towers

Usakos-Karabib-Tsumeb-Grootfontein line's narrow gauge was broadened from 2 feet to 3 feet 6 inches in 1960 and all of the railway system in South West Africa was changed to diesel.

Old vane on top of Usakos water tower

Steam traction was used before 1960 by many steam locomotives and the below historic water tank towers at the Usakos railway yards were used to supply a large quantities of water.

Aerial view from drone

The railway sheds in Usakos are also a historical structures and used by Trans Namib.

Drone view of railways sheds in Usakos

Nowadays the tower stay unused as a reminder of railway times gone by.

© Hennie Conradie, 1960

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South Africa: The Africa On Foot Treehouse

The Africa On Foot Treehouse | Before & After

Built back in 1997, the Africa On Foot treehouse has recently had a total revamp, transforming it from a rustic raised retreat into a luxurious hideaway. 

The original build was a thatched, two-platform treehouse, the lower level was used as a lounge and the upper level, the bedroom. The new design incorporates both on one large platform, still entwined under iconic Marula trees, it’s now totally modernized and in keeping with the camp’s eco-friendly ethos, made using local materials. 

Every new element, from the design to the decor takes inspiration from its natural surrounds. Simple, stylish and still accentuating its 160-degree wilderness view. 

At the end of the day your guide will escort you to the treehouse, where you can spend the night listening to the Klaserie crescendo before falling asleep under the stars in your open-air hideout. 

The Africa On Foot treehouse is perfect for fearless romantics and nature enthusiasts. Overlooking the distant Drakensberg Mountains and the bustling bushveld below, relive those childhood memories and truly immerse yourself in nature by opting to spend a night in this treetop retreat.

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Namibia: Africa Safari Lodge near Mariental

Africa Safari Lodge

Inspired by the breathtaking splendour of the Southern Namibia landscape, Africa Safari Lodge boasts has 20 chalets, each overlooking the majestic plains, sunset and ink blue night sky with a spectacular show of the galaxy. Africa Safari Lodge has a full time restaurant with a professional chef and caterers for every function possible. The Lodge has a conference facility for 200 delegates, friends or family. If guests are looking for something more personal you can sit around the snug open camp fire under the clear Namibian sky. Africa Safari Lodge is situated in the heart of southern Namibia en-route to Sossusvlei and only 25 km from town Mariental.

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Accommodation at Africa Safari Lodge:

There are twenty en-suite private chalets, all tastefully decorated and offer guests a luxurious and comfortable room to relax after a long day of exploring the beautiful Namibian landscapes.

Restaurant at Africa Safari Lodge:

Professional resident chef will prepare the most delicious and visually inviting meals. There is a wide range of carefully selected wines in Africa Safari Lodge on-site wine cellar to compliment a range of truly Namibian meals.

Game drives at Africa Safari Lodge:

Lodge offers nature game drives with more than 19 species of game, including white rhinos, rare and exotic white springbok, sable antelope, white rhino, oryx, wildebeest and nyalas.

Wellness spa

There is no better way to truly relax and Lodge Wellness Spa is a must for guests.

Walking trails

Unguided walking trails are available.

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Namibia: Etosha Heights Mountain Lodge in photos

Etosha Heights Mountain Lodge

Etosha Mountain Lodge is located in the heart of the 600 square-kilometre Etosha Heights Private Reserve. Elusive mountain zebra, kudu and lion hide in the dolomite hills, and the waterholes attract large numbers of antelope and elephant. The Etosha area is famous for rhino sightings, and the reserve is home to both white and black rhino.

Etosha Mountain Lodge has 7 thatched chalets: 8 doubles/twins and 1 family. All have en-suite bathrooms with indoor showers, bathtubs, and large wooden viewing decks with panoramic views of the reserve. There are also electronic safes, tea and coffee stations and ceiling fans in every room.

GPS: 19 ̊15’52.98”S 15 ̊17’01.28”E

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Namibia: Etosha Heights Private Reserve: Safarihoek Lodge in photos

Safarihoek Lodge

Safarihoek Lodge is located in the heart of the 600 square kilometre Etosha Heights Private Reserve. Elusive mountain zebra, kudu and lion hide in the dolomite hills, and the waterholes attract large numbers of antelope and elephant. The Etosha area is famous for rhino sightings, and the reserve is home to both white and black rhino.

Safarihoek has 11 chalets, all with a view: 8 luxury, 2 classic and 1 family suite. En-suite bathrooms with indoor showers. The 8 luxury chalets have outdoor showers. Each has a writing desk, minibar and tea and coffee stations. All units are air-conditioned and have
electronic safes, hair dryers and mosquito nets.

GPS: 19°14’33.21”S 15°17’07.55”E

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Namibia: Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp in photos

Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp, Kaokoland

Hoanib Valley Camp is located in the Sesfontein Community Conservancy Area, Kaokoland, in one of the remotest parts of north-western Namibia. The camp sits on the bank of the Obias River, overlooking the Hoanib River Valley, a linear oasis running through one of the most beautiful deserts in Africa, where desert-adapted elephant, giraffe, lion and rhino
move freely.

Accommodation is in 6 tents: 5 twin/double and 1 family with 1 king size bed and 2 single beds raised on spacious decks, each with their own private veranda. All tents are en-suite with a separate loo, indoor and outdoor showers.

GPS: 19° 16093 S & 13° 18838 E

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