The Southern Namib desert is home to some of the tallest and
most spectacular dunes of the world, ranging in color from pink to vivid
orange. These dunes continue right to the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. The cold
waters of the sea brushing against the dunes of the Namib desert is one of the
most surreal sights.
While the sea coast extends for hundreds of miles, one of the
best places to see these dunes is at Swakopmund. Known as Swakop in Namibia, it
is the country's biggest coastal town and a mecca for Namibians on holiday. The
city's German origins are quite pronounced in beautiful old German Colonial
buildings throughout the city, making an even starker contrast for this town
sitting at the edge of the Namib Desert.
From here, helicopter ride is available that flies you around
the Skeleton Coast and the Namib desert in general.
