26.08.2021: Namibian Mountains
Finally, decent Wi-Fi again 🤷🏼♂️🤣 — so let’s catch up 😂.
Today it was time to say goodbye to Swakopmund. We hit the road early after breakfast, with the plan to spend the afternoon out at Spitzkoppe.
Once again, the drive delivered — wide, ever-changing landscapes stretching endlessly around us. And from far away, we could already spot one of Namibia’s true icons 🇳🇦: the dramatic rock formations of Spitzkoppe, often dubbed the Matterhorn of Namibia 😆🤷🏼♂️.
The scenery surrounding our stunning lodge is nothing short of breathtaking. We spent the afternoon exactly the way it deserved — unwinding by the natural rock pool, soaking up the sun, the silence, and those endless views 🤩🤩🤩.
27.08.2021
Today started early — which wasn’t hard at all, considering a fierce wind had raged through the night, leaving us with very little sleep in our tents. At 7:00, Abraham picked us up and took us to Bushman’s Paradise, a site where ancient San rock paintings can still be admired.
Climbing up with the help of a steel cable, we got our morning workout done in no time 💪🏼😂😆. We listened in awe 😲 as Abraham guided us through the stories behind the age-old images, explaining their meanings and the lives they once depicted.
Afterwards, it was time for breakfast — much needed.
At 16:30, Abraham returned to take us on a sightseeing tour through the Spitzkoppe area. We visited several incredible spots: Rock Arch, Zebra Pool, Golden Snake, and the Small Bushman’s Paradise. At each location, he once again shared fascinating insights and background stories.
We ended the day at a beautiful sundowner spot, soaking in a breathtaking sunset — a perfect, peaceful finale to another unforgettable day.
28.08.2021
After saying goodbye to Spitzkoppe, the next waypoint on our roadmap was Vingerklipp Lodge. The lodge takes its name from a rock formation that vaguely resembles a finger — and once you see it, you understand why.
We spent the afternoon exploring this beautiful place and fully leaning into relaxation 😉😆. The evening, however, had something special in store. After a short walk and a climb up a staircase carved into the rock face, we made our way to the top of the table mountain. Up there sits the Eagle’s Nest — an intimate dining space for just 20 guests, offering breathtaking 360° views 🤩.
After sunset — naturally accompanied by the appropriate drinks 🍹🥤 — we were treated to a wonderful Namibian dinner: braai specialties fresh off the grill, mahangu porridge, and plenty of other local delights.
Under a sky filled with stars and the Milky Way, we made our way back down. A round (or two) of Canasta 🃏 later, we fell into bed happy, full, and deeply content.
