Erongo

Where the ocean meets the desert

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Namibie

Regions

Damaraland

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As one of only four regions in Namibia bordering the Atlantic Ocean to the west, the Erongo region is without question one of the country's most sought-after destinations. Much of this appeal rests on Swakopmund, the regional capital with its colonial charm, as well as on well-known sites such as Walvis Bay, Karibib, Omaruru and the busy Henties Bay.

The eastern part of the region makes full use of its semi-arid soils, forming a dynamic agricultural hub, while livestock farming and related trade are concentrated around Karibib, Omaruru, Okombahe and Uis. Further west, the economy is dominated by mining: gold at Navachab Mines near Karibib, and uranium at the uranium mine near Swakopmund.

Along the coast, fishing and tourism are the main economic drivers. Walvis Bay is home to the well-known Namibian fishing industry, while endless white sand beaches and a wide range of water activities draw travellers and thrill-seekers alike, offering experiences to suit every taste and budget.

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Namibians call it “the land God created in anger,” a name that reflects both the mystery and raw power of this legendary coastline. Its waters and shores have been the setting for numerous tragedies: dense fog has caused hundreds of ships to run aground, and some wrecks remain visible today, bearing witness to this turbulent past. More than a thousand shipwrecks have been recorded here. ...

Le désert de Namib et les dunes de Sossusvlei

The highest dunes in the world

All the splendour of the Namib Desert is concentrated in this vast expanse, 300 km long and 150 km wide, a true sea of dunes that takes the breath away. Here, the giant dunes, among the highest in the world, sometimes reach 300 metres, unfolding as far as the eye can see across a landscape at once wild and romantic, where every ridge tells the story of wind and time. Light ...

Réserve Ongava

Antelopes and rhinos at Ongava

Though covering only 275 km², the private Ongava Reserve offers an exceptional and intimate wildlife experience, thanks to deliberately limited access set by its owners to better protect biodiversity. This restriction ensures visitors a total immersion in nature, away from the crowds, with the chance to observe elands, mountain zebras, springboks and other antelopes going about their lives in ...

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