Located in southwestern Africa, Namibia is most commonly known for its vast deserts, dramatic mountainscapes and breathtaking lunar-like scenery. From the Namib Desert, one of the oldest on Earth, to Sossusvlei’s iconic red dunes, Etosha National Park’s teeming biodiversity and the Skeleton Coast’s stretching sand dunes, there is no shortage of unique ecosystems to explore. As well as generally being considered one of Africa’s safest countries to visit, Namibia is also celebrated for its forward-thinking conservation efforts. With nearly half of its land protected and communities actively engaged through successful community conservancies, distinctive scenery combines with growing environmental stewardship to make for an increasingly exciting destination to visit.