Walking in the Namib Desert

by Jenny Bowen | Mar 1, 2023 | Africa, Jenny’s Blog, Namibia, Walking and Hiking

“Have you got water with you?” “Yes” I replied. “OK.” I smiled. I was really waiting for a briefing for my solo hike. “You have the map…” I hesitated, “Yes, er, see you in around 3 hours then.” That was it? Be Prepared for Walking in the Namib Desert No safety...

My 5 favourite things about Namibia

by Jenny Bowen | Sep 2, 2022 | Africa, Namibia

I have spent a lot of time in Namibia and I always look forward to my next visit. I was recently asked what it was that I loved about the country and I found it hard to put my finger on what it actually was, there are so many. Here are the five reasons that I came up...

Eswateam: Camping, Coffee and Rhinos

by Student | Jul 25, 2022 | Eswatini, Uncategorised

This blog was written by Josie & Lucy J from the “Eswateam” group of students from St Helen and St Katharine School. It’s one of several chronicling their experiences in Eswatini. For the previous blog in the series, click here. Hlane’s Wildlife...

Eswateam: Game Drives and Conservation

by Student | Jul 24, 2022 | Eswatini, Uncategorised

This blog is one of several written by one of our “Eswateam” group of students from St Helen and St Katharine School, chronicling their experiences in Eswatini. For the previous blog in the series, click here. After our 24-hour journey from St Helen and St...

Unexpected Life in the Namibian Desert

by Jenny Bowen | Jun 14, 2022 | Namibia, Uncategorised

A trip into the desert in Namibia to see the smaller things is an absolute must. Instead of looking out for the larger and more obvious wildlife such as oryx, lion and the endless view of sand dunes, there is a plethora of smaller funky animals that are being...