Namibia in the Handbooks series from Footprint; comprehensive & leading guides designed & written for independent travellers who enjoy exploring off the beaten track. Footprint guides have an established reputation, built up since 1921, for catering for more adventurous & individual travellers. An unrestrictive editorial style also gives authors the freedom to capture & explore local cultures, sights & areas that are often not covered in other guides. Widely recognised for their reliability & independent writing style, Footprint guides all have the same layout. Introductory sections introduce the reader to the destination, with chapters on planning on your trip & essentials, including practical information & guidance on subjects such as when & where to go, itineraries, sport & activities, arts, getting there & around, eating & drinks, sleeping & a dedicated section on the anticipated carbon footprint involved in travelling to the destination. Each guide is organised geographically by region or country, with individual sections having a particular focus on an extensive range of sights & places of interest. Further, there are also details of accommodation, nightlife, restaurants & any notable local activities. Information boxes throughout the text give readers an insight into local customs, stories & sights of particular interest.A ‘ Background’ section explores the history, economy, government, education, culture, people, land & environment of the destination in significant depth. There is also a ‘ Footnotes’ chapter with a basic language guide for travellers & information about the author. A useful distance chart tailored to the destination is also included in the inside back cover. * Please note:* the series is gradually being revised, reverting to its previous style of ” Handbooks”, published in a hardback format. ...

Namibia is one of the world's last true wildernesses, home to the highest sand dunes, the oldest desert & the only place you might catch a glimpse of the rare black rhino, or desert-dwelling elephants. With a wealth of animals & birds to get twitchy about, this diverse landscape is perfect for the environmentally conscious traveller with a sense of adventure. Footprint's fully revised 5th edition helps you stay ahead of the game in Namibia's national parks & provides thorough listings on where to sleep & eat, & how to get around. It provides fantastic coverage of all the national parks & their incredible wildlife, including a 32-page wildlife guide. It

Includes:: detailed maps & listings to help you explore & get around, from the Skeleton Coast to Naukluft Park & the world's largest sand dunes. It provides accommodation listings for those with a sense of adventure
- from bush camps to B& Bs. It offers great coverage on all the diverse activities on offer, including sandboarding & safaris, ballooning & bush hiking. It features a new lightweight, durable format.


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Namibia at 1:1, 400, 000 on a double-sided, waterproof & tear-resistant road map from South African publishers International Motoring Productions with GPS waypoints for selected road junctions, small towns or settlements, places of interest & recommended accommodation, plus enlargements showing in greater detail Etosha National Park, the Zambezi Region, & the area around the Twyfelfontein Rock Engravings UNESCO World Heritage site. Road network indicates tar or gravel roads & 4WD tracks; locations of fuel stations are marked & driving distances are shown on all routes. Many road junctions & other points such as park entry gates, etc, are annotated with GPS waypoints. Border crossings to neighbouring countries show their opening times. The map also shows locations accessible by air transport. Symbols mark recommended accommodation (shown with names of camps, etc) & various places of interest. Towns are annotated to indicate what services are provided there (shops, ATMs, car repairs, medical, etc). The map, one of a series of similar maps covering countries & selected regions of southern Africa, has rather simple cartography with somewhat basic elevation tinting & occasional spot heights. Perennial or seasonal rivers & dry pan are marked & main mountain ranges are named; main protected areas are highlighted. The areas outside the country’s borders show only main road connections. In addition to the waypoints, latitude & longitude are drawn at 1º intervals. Each side of the map has a panel listing accommodation facilities with phone numbers, star rating & GPS waypoints. ...

Namibia Insight Guide is dedicated to exploring the destination in detail with a selection of glossy illustrations. Extensive introductory sections explore the region’s history & culture & there are also short articles written by locals about distinctive local issues, whilst selective photo-features illustrate the variety of the place. The ‘ Places’ section is grouped geographically & provides details of the area including places to visit, suggestions for tours & other activities. Each section has its own listings of the best restaurants, bars & cafes. Essential practical information is provided in the Travel Tips chapter on accommodation, shopping & local activities. A useful location finder & travel tip index with relevant page numbers are given on the inside covers. Overview street plans are also provided for the main cities in the region or country. ...

From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this is all you need to plan your trip & experience the best of Namibia, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like The Etosha National Park, Fish River Canyon & the haunting Skeleton Coast, & hidden cultural gems like the petrified forests of Northwest Namibia.· Insight Guide Namibia is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring the haunting Skeleton Coast to discovering the fascinating wildlife of the Etosha National Park · In-depth on history & culture: enjoy special features on Namibia`s fascinating people, safaris & the Arts, all written by local experts·

Includes:: innovative, unique extras to keep you up-to-date when you`re on the move
- this guide comes with a free e Book, & an app that highlights top attractions & regional information & is regularly updated with new hotel, bar, restaurant, shop & local event listings· Invaluable maps, travel tips & practical information ensure effortless planning, & encourage venturing off the beaten track· Inspirational colour photography throughout
- Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books· Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy reading experience



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Namibia on an indexed map from the South African publishers Map Studio annotated numerous places of interest & GPS waypoints for important road junctions, plus a street plan of central Windhoek. The map covers whole country at 1:1, 650, 000, with the Zambezi Region (the new name of the Caprivi Strip) shown as an inset. Road network highlights main routes & clearly shows road numbers for secondary roads & many cross-country tracks. Important road junctions are annotated with GPS waypoints & locations of filling stations & border crossings are marked. Driving distances are shown on main & selected secondary routes. Railway lines are included & local airports are marked. The map also indicates places with tourist accommodation (hotels/motels, caravan & campsites, etc), medical facilities, & various places of interest. Topography is presented by relief shading. The map shows the boundaries of national parks & game reserves, as well as administrative borders of Namibia’s provinces. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 1° intervals. The index is next to the map. Also provided is a street plan of central Windhoek annotated with various places of interest & facilities. ...

Road Atlas of Namibia from Map Studio combining coverage of the whole country at 1:500, 000 approx. with more detailed mapping & descriptions of several key tourist areas & towns, plus useful contact addresses, etc. The whole of Namibia, with the part of Botswana adjoining to the Caprivi Strip including the Okavango Delta, is covered at approx. 1:500, 000 on maps with extensive information for route planning. Road network indicates untarred roads & 4WD tracks, shows locations of fuel supplies & vehicle repair facilities, & gives driving distances on most local routes. Important road junctions & locations are annotated with GPS waypoints &, where necessary, entrance gates to protected areas are marked. The atlas also show railway lines, highlighting scenic sections. A very wide range of symbols indicate locations with various types of tourist accommodation, recreational & wild life watching areas, medical facilities, etc. National parks & other protected areas are prominently highlighted. The maps show rivers, lakes & salt pans, but with altitude indicated only by peak heights & names of mountain ranges. The maps have no geographical coordinates apart form the waypoints. Namibia’s 12 key tourist areas are shown in greater detail on maps accompanied by descriptions. This section

Includes:: Etosha, Fish River Canyon, Kaokol&, the Lüderitz Peninsula & Kolmanskop ghost town, Waterberg Plateau Park, etc. Street plans with notes on main sights & local tips cover 20 towns. The atlas is indexed, illustrated with numerous color photos, &

Includes:: a list useful contact details, a general introductory section & a distance table



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Namibia at 1:1, 200, 000 on an indexed, waterproof & tear-resistant road map with topographic & tourist information, published by Reise Know-How as part of their highly acclaimed World Mapping Project. The map is double-sided to provide the best balance between a good scale & a convenient size sheet; the country is divided north/south with a very generous overlap & Windhoek included on both sides. The eastern Kavango & Zambezi provinces (previously the Caprivi Strip) are shown on an inset. The country’s topography is presented by altitude colouring with contours, spot heights, mountain passes, & names of mountain ranges. The map also shows salt lakes & seasonal rivers. Internal administrative boundaries are shown with names of the provinces. Road network

Includes:: unsurfaced local roads & 4WD tracks, & shows driving distances & locations of petrol stations. Restricted access roads & areas are clearly marked. Border crossings indicate their opening times. Railway lines & local airfields are also shown. National parks & protected zones are clearly marked. Symbols highlight numerous places of interest, including UNESCO world heritage sites, churches & archaeological sites, camping sites, hot springs, viewpoints, etc. Throughout the map numerous locations of tourist accommodation are shown graded into five categories: guest farms & hunting farms; lodges & tented lodges; rest camps & B& Bs; campsites & communal camping; & state-owned rest camps & Namibia Wildlife Resorts. The map has a latitude & longitude grid at intervals of 1° & index of localities. Map legend

Includes:: English.



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This guide is specifically aimed at self-drive travellers. Full of travel tips & information on how to prepare for an overland trip.1. Where to sleep.2. Where to get fuel.3. What to see & do.4. Where to buy supplies.5. Where to go in case of an emergency. This guide covers these regions: Boesmanland• Central Namibia• Damaraland• Erongo• Etosha• Gobabis• Kaokoland• Kavango• Namib-Naukluft• North Namibia• Ovamboland• Skeleton Coast• South Namibia• Sperrgebiet• Zambezi (Caprivi) Each region has a beautifully illustrated map that also shows the top tourist attractions of the region to make the most of your holiday. This guidebook tell you what facilities & services you can expect in the larger cities or different destinations. It does not only cover the main towns/cities but even tells you if you will be able to refuel, withdraw money or find accommodation in a small little village. ...

New for 2008, Travellers Namibia is the perfect guidebook for visitors wanting to discover this land of remarkable contrasts, with national parks, canyons, deserts & coastal reserves in abundance. It provides expert advice, tracking down the best sights & experiences. It

Includes:: Suggested Itineraries & Highlights sections to help you make the most out of your trip. It offers a detailed background on people, geography, culture & history, including features on the Himba people, the Skeleton Coast & desert life. It provides clear & accurate mapping for orientation at country, regional & city levels. It describes suggested walks & tours to somewhere a little different, including a historic walk in Windhoek, & a drive through Twyfelfontein, an area that contains one of Africa's greatest concentrations of rock art, the Petrified Forest & Burnt Mountain. It provides impartial & dependable sleeping, eating & entertainment listings. It is in full colour throughout, with over 140 photographs. It offers comprehensive coverage of the best of the destination, including: Windhoek & Central Namibia, the Namib, the Namibian coast, Fish River Canyon & the West, Damaral&, & Etosha National Park.

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