Sub Saharan Africa Collection (#7)

In years of bountiful rain, the desert around the Sossusvlei area blooms with a mass of wild flowers including a species of gloriosa lily

In early morning and late afternoon, the dunes at Sesriem in the Namib-Naukluft Park, are breathtakingly beautiful. Patterned by, and shifting with, the wind

A colourful roadside tourist sign just outside Windhoek on the way to Windhoeks international airport

The Equestrian Statue in Windhoek commemorates the German soldiers who were killed during the wars to subdue the Nama and Herero people between 1903 and 1907

A fine old building in Swakopmund depicts the architecture of this seaside town on Namibias windswept Atlantic coast. The place has a distinctly Teutonic flavour

The lighthouse in Swakopmund was constructed in 1902, eleven metres high, but its height was almost doubled in 1910. The lighthouse in Swakopmund was constructed in 1902, eleven metres high

Fine old buildings in Swakopmund depicts the architecture of this seaside town on Namibias windswept Atlantic coast. The place has a distinctly Teutonic flavour

Interesting exterior garden decoration of a fine old building in Swakopmund, an important seaside town on Namibias windswept Atlantic coast

The large communal nest of sociable weavers (Philetairus socius) in dry country near Sesriem. These nests are among the most remarkable in the world; they have a large number of nest chambers

A flock of ostriches in beautiful mountain scenery in the Namib-Naukluft National Park

An abandoned railway station at Garub on the old railway line between Keetmanshoop and Luderitz. An abandoned railway station at Garub on the old railway line between Keetmanskoop and Ludertiz

Quivertrees in a forest, close to the Southern Kalahari. The quivertree, Aloe dichotoma, (also known as Kokerboomwoud ) thrives on steep

A street of well preserved German colonial houses in Luderitz. Luderitz is a fascinating old German town, a colonial relic, trapped between the barren

A scene in the deserted diamond-mining town of Kolmanskop, which was abandoned more than fifty years ago. The place is now a ghost town where sand from the surrounding desert has encroached into all

Wild desert-dwelling horses at the Garub Pan, which is situated on the edge of the larger Koichab Pan of southwest Namibia

A male giraffe in Etosha National Park, Namibia

A truck passing through the Naukluft Mountains near Solitaire, Namibia

Sossusvlei Lodge, the closest lodge to the famous sand dunes at Sossusvlei

Dune 45 under a clear blue sky near Sossusvlei, Namibia

A safari guide scans the horizon with his binoculars at Sesriem in the Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namibia

A safari guide stands in front of his Land Cruiser at Sesriem campsite. Behind him, tents are set up under a camelthorn tree

Blackened camelthorn trees in Dead Vlei, near Sossusvlei, Namibia

View of the Naukluft mountains from Elim Dune near Sesriem in the Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namibia

Colonial style buildings in Swakopmund, Namibia

Old colonial buildings in Swakopmund, Namibia

A mature male lion at the Africat Foundation in Namibia

A mature male lion at the Africat Foundation in Namibia

A male Springbok (Antidorcas marsupialis) under a stormy sky in Etosha National Park, Namibia

Black Faced Impala (Aepyceros melampus petersi) in Etosha National Park. Although a sub-species of the common impala which are found all over southern Africa, only 1000 black faced impala remain

A Himba woman lights a small fire made of woodshavings and scented butterfat as part of her personal hygiene routine. Once the shavings are smoking she will cover herself with a sheepskin cloak

Eastern White Pelicans (Pelecanus onocrotalus) in flight over Walvis Bay / Baii

Safari flights over red sand dunes of Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namibia

In early morning light, long shadows are cast across the dunes at Wolvedans, a large private reserve on the edge of the Namib-Naukluft Park

The Lutheran Christuskirche is one of Windhoek s
The Lutheran Christuskirche is one of Windhoeks best-recognised landmarks. It was built in 1907 from local sandstone under the supervision of the German architect Gottlieb Redecker in neo-Gothic

Beautiful red sandstone cliffs surround the isolated Waterberg Plateau, a 50 km long table mountain, which has become a park for rare and threatened species

The last rays of the setting sun over the Okavango River at Rundu

An innovative roadside craft stall owned by an Herero man near Twyfelfontein

An Herero man and two women ride home in a donkey cart. The elaborate dresses and unique hat styles of Herero women can be traced back to 19th century German missionaries who took exception to what

!Kung hunter-gatherers pause to check a distant wild animal in the early morning. The !Kung are a part of the San of Southern Africa who are often referred to as Bushmen

Quiver Tree Forest. Under bright, full moonlight, a starlit sky moves with the earths rotation during this ten minute exposure

Pale Chanting Goshawk juvenile, Africat Foundation

Dunes from a hot air balloon

Dead Vlei

Johannes Haesbroek (guide)

Overview of Bushman petroglyphs near caves formations at Twyfelfontein (doubtful fountain) c3000BC Overview of Bushman petroglyphs near caves formations at Twyfelfontein (doubtful fountain) c3000BC

Bushman Rhino Petroglyph near caves formations at Twyfelfontein (doubtful fountain) c3000BC Bushman Rhino Petroglyph near caves formations at Twyfelfontein (doubtful fountain) c3000BC

Rear view of gazelle walking away crossing plain

Quiver tree (Aloe dictitoma) and Bloodkopje northern section of park

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Sub-Saharan Africa is a land of vibrant cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and diverse wildlife. In the colorful streets of Bo-Kaap, Cape Town, one can immerse themselves in the rich history and heritage of this region. The aroma of injera fills the air as locals gather around an intricately woven basket (Sifet) in the Ethiopian Highlands, sharing a meal that embodies tradition and community. Amongst the vast savannas of Uganda's Kidepo National Park stands Loxodonta africana - a majestic elephant roaming freely in its natural habitat. Further east in Kenya's Samburu National Reserve, a Masai Giraffe gracefully stretches its long neck to reach for leaves on an Acacia tree at sunrise. In Namibia's Rooi Drom, visitors are captivated by its beauty which features prominently on maps; here they can witness nature at its finest. Meanwhile, Mali boasts architectural wonders like the magnificent Djenne Mosque located within Niger Inland Delta's Mopti region. The shores of Zanzibar come alive with traditional dhows sailing across turquoise waters - a testament to centuries-old maritime traditions. And along Juba's river Nile in South Sudan, restaurants offer scenic views while serving delectable dishes that reflect local flavors. But perhaps it is the people who truly define Sub-Saharan Africa. A Himba woman adorned in her traditional attire shines with red ochre as she proudly represents her culture and heritage. In Gisenyi, Rwanda during FESPAD pan African dance festival, Ugandan dance groups showcase their talents and celebrate unity through music and movement. Sub-Saharan Africa is not just a place; it is an experience that encompasses awe-inspiring sights like elephants roaming free or giraffes reaching for food amidst stunning sunrises. It embraces cultural diversity seen through vibrant festivals or women dressed in traditional attire gleaming with pride. This captivating region offers something extraordinary for every traveler seeking adventure, beauty, and a deeper understanding of the world we share.