| Adventure in Namibia
Swakopmund and Walvis Bay are Namibia’s major adventure
playground activities be it involving sand, water and air.  The
area around these two major towns offers an assortment of activities for
young and old alike – a key activity enjoyed by all is quad biking
through the dunes; you can partake in a fast adrenalin tour or a slower,
more scenic tour depending on your personal tastes. Also on the sand, sand
boarding and dune boarding are equally popular dune activities, once again
enjoyed by all age groups.
Moving off land to the Atlantic Ocean, the main activities on offer here
are windsurfing, kiteboarding, wakeboarding and parasailing as the wind
factor on the coast of Walvis Bay Lagoon is perfect and wind speeds can
reach up to 50 knots.
For those who enjoy the thrill of fishing, an excellent choice is shark
fishing - guaranteed to provide an adrenaline rush – for the record
the shark survives and is returned to the water after pictures are taken.
If you want a view with a difference, from air to earth – you can
enjoy spectacular views of this strikingly beautiful coastline as you skydive
through the crisp, clean air. Alternatively, for those who prefer a longer
more leisurely option to take in this amazing landscape, take a scenic
flight or a hot-air balloon trip over this stunning scenery with only the
occasional sound of the burner breaking the silence.
For those who prefer to stay slightly  closer
to the ground, paragliding is an excellent option. Namibia’s open
barren fields and desert landscape, and its scattered, rocky mountains,
ensure extreme flying conditions. Although it can be mild along the coastal
dunes, perfect for playing around and building your confidence, the interior
guarantees off-the-scale thermals and excellent cross-country possibilities.
The average speed for a windy day is about 25 knots.
Namibia is a destination that can be as active and as relaxing as you
please; the choice is entirely up to you.
Links:
TOURIST BOARD
 www.namibiatourism.com.na/
NAMIBIA TOURIST BOARD
TRAVEL AGENTS
www.footlooseadventure.co.uk
FOOTLOOSE ADVENTURE TRAVEL
www.responsibletravel.com
RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL
www.realafrica.co.uk REAL AFRICA
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