One of the highlights of Namibia is Etosha National Park, without a doubt! A spot that's high on my list for a long time! Etosha National Park, nestled in the northern reaches of Namibia, is a place where the African wilderness reveals its most captivating secrets. Covering an expansive 22,000 square kilometers, this park is a sanctuary for a remarkable array of wildlife, from majestic elephants and powerful lions to graceful giraffes and the rare black rhino. I thought Etosha could be compared with Kruger NP. But I was totally wrong, these two parks are not similar at all! At the heart of Etosha lies the immense Etosha Pan, a vast salt flat so immense it can be seen from space. In the dry season, it shimmers like a mirage under the African sun, while the rainy season transforms it into a watery paradise where flocks of flamingos paint the landscape pink.

For me, the magic of Etosha lies in its waterholes. These oases are lifelines for animals during the dry months, drawing them close for unforgettable wildlife sightings. It's a place where every moment holds the possibility of witnessing rare animals like rhinos or lions.

Navigating Etosha is a bumpy journey on the gravel roads, I'm gonna need some physiotherapy after two days of safari, that's for sure!!