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Wednesday, June 13, 2012
New book highlights Namibias coastal treasures
SWAKOPMUND - A new book, “Namibia’s Coast; Ocean Riches and Desert Treasures,” was launched last week by the Ministry of Environment and Tourism and the Namibian Coast Conservation and Management (Nacoma) project in Swakopmund.
The book was compiled over a period of six years and cost N$300 000 to print.
The book was compiled over a period of six years and cost N$300 000 to print.
According to Rod Braby, the book profiles the rich heritage sites and scenery that make Namibia a unique tourist destination.
The book showcases information collected by Nacoma and other published information on the Benguela Current and the desert, highlighting the importance of where the icy waters of the South-East Atlantic connect with the burning shores of Namibia.
The book showcases information collected by Nacoma and other published information on the Benguela Current and the desert, highlighting the importance of where the icy waters of the South-East Atlantic connect with the burning shores of Namibia.
The objective of the Nacoma project is to improve awareness of coastal biodiversity, environmental challenges and the coastal resource value, as well as to promote and develop the concept of the Namibian Integrated Coastal Management System.
The book also seeks to improve management, understanding and appreciation of the coast by providing information to a wide audience of managers, students, tourists, entrepreneurs and the general public.
Nacoma has implemented over 400 separate awareness activities over the past years and in addition has developed a user-friendly website.
Nacoma has implemented over 400 separate awareness activities over the past years and in addition has developed a user-friendly website.
“Namibia’s Coast; Ocean Riches and Desert Treasures,” is a 192-page book of well-illustrated useful content for multiple end users. The book is produced by Raison (Research and Information Services of Namibia) and is published by the Ministry of Environment and Tourism through the Nacoma project.
Co-authors of the book are Tony Robertson, Alice Jarvis, John Mendelsohn and Ro-ger Swart. They were also responsible for the publication of the Namibian Atlas.
Sany le Roux did the design and layout.
The publication portrays the Namibian coast as a rugged, sometimes bleak and forbidden, largely uninhabited area that is a fascinating and complex mix of riches and paucity.
The warm and dry Namib Desert stands in stark contrast to the cold waters of the Benguela Current that is extremely biologically productive.
In combination, the ocean and desert provide a harsh and spectacular environment that remains largely pristine.
Complimentary books will be distributed to key coastal stakeholders such as schools, universities and local and regional councils.
The book will also be available in several bookshops around the country in due course. Proceeds from the sales will be used to reprint the book.
Complimentary books will be distributed to key coastal stakeholders such as schools, universities and local and regional councils.
The book will also be available in several bookshops around the country in due course. Proceeds from the sales will be used to reprint the book.
Derived from the: New Era
Story by Eveline de Klerk
Story by Eveline de Klerk
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Namibian elephants find new home in Mexico
NINE elephants from Namibia, aged between six and ten years old, have been relocated to Mexico’s acclaimed African Safari Zoo.
For 10 months, the elephants from Namib Game Services were kept in a quarantine camp and several tests for animal diseases were conducted on the world’s largest terrestrial mammals which according to the owner, Herbert Henle, were in excellent condition.
“The elephants were tranquillised so that they could be lifted into crates and transported to the Hosea Kutako International Airport, where a Boeing 777-F of Lan Cargo in the US transported them to Mexico,” Hernle told The Namibian.
After more than 40 hours in transit, the elephants finally touched down in Mexico last weekend.
During the last count of elephants in Mexico, it was established there were only 29 of the animals left in the South American country.
Describing the relocation process, the zoo’s general director Frank Camacho said: “The rescue was a very complex operation that involved six people being in Namibia for 21 days and many months of preparation before that happened. Fortunately we were able to do it.”
The Mexican zoo was competing with other animal parks from around the world for the precious elephants. Renowned for its prized conservation and education programme, the zoo beat its competition to nab all nine mammals.
“It was very complex. There were many countries who were interested in participating in this rescue and only African Safari got it. It was a race against time, as we had to do very complex logistical operations, negotiations with the governments of Namibia and Mexico. We achieved it with will power, we got the support of an airline so we could bring this large, valuable cargo,” said the zoo officials.
Henle explained that with such a operation it is vital that the right equipment is used for the loading and transporting of the animals.
“However, we have gained some experience during the last few years with the exporting of some other game species, including rhinos and giraffes.”
The nine elephants are currently under careful observation by zoo medics after their long journey. Zoo officials hope to move the mammals to a spacious elephant enclosure in the park in the near future.
African Safari Zoo is now home to one of the largest zoo populations in Latin America and with its new additions, the zoo hopes to expand its elephant population even further.
“The elephants were tranquillised so that they could be lifted into crates and transported to the Hosea Kutako International Airport, where a Boeing 777-F of Lan Cargo in the US transported them to Mexico,” Hernle told The Namibian.
After more than 40 hours in transit, the elephants finally touched down in Mexico last weekend.
During the last count of elephants in Mexico, it was established there were only 29 of the animals left in the South American country.
Describing the relocation process, the zoo’s general director Frank Camacho said: “The rescue was a very complex operation that involved six people being in Namibia for 21 days and many months of preparation before that happened. Fortunately we were able to do it.”
The Mexican zoo was competing with other animal parks from around the world for the precious elephants. Renowned for its prized conservation and education programme, the zoo beat its competition to nab all nine mammals.
“It was very complex. There were many countries who were interested in participating in this rescue and only African Safari got it. It was a race against time, as we had to do very complex logistical operations, negotiations with the governments of Namibia and Mexico. We achieved it with will power, we got the support of an airline so we could bring this large, valuable cargo,” said the zoo officials.
Henle explained that with such a operation it is vital that the right equipment is used for the loading and transporting of the animals.
“However, we have gained some experience during the last few years with the exporting of some other game species, including rhinos and giraffes.”
The nine elephants are currently under careful observation by zoo medics after their long journey. Zoo officials hope to move the mammals to a spacious elephant enclosure in the park in the near future.
African Safari Zoo is now home to one of the largest zoo populations in Latin America and with its new additions, the zoo hopes to expand its elephant population even further.
–Additional reporting by 3news.co.nz
By: Jan Poolman
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Namibian Voyage now on the Namibia Tourism Board website
Namibian Voyage is now also listed on the Namibian Tourism Board website. To make booking or get an accommodation quotation pleae email us at info@namibianvoyage.com or visit our website www.namibianvoyage.com
Northern Cape targets Namibian tourism
Windhoek - The Northern Cape Tourism Authority will return to the Namibian Tourism Expo this week to showcase the unique tourism offerings of South Africa’s largest province.
The destination marketing organisation will attend this highly popular exhibition from June 6 - 9 to once again forge valuable relationships with tourism role players from neighbouring countries and around the globe.
The Northern Cape forms an integral part of the Cape-to-Namibia route as the Namaqua and Green Kalahari regions are en-route for travellers to Namibia.
“The Northern Cape is an essential gateway to Namibia and offers travellers the ideal opportunity to explore the truly exceptional natural and cultural offerings of the province. We have a mutually beneficial relationship with our tourism partners in Namibia as this allows us to further engage with an already existing audience.
“In terms of value for money and the diversity of outdoor and adventure experiences, the Northern Cape is undoubtedly unique,” stated Dianna Martin, General Manager: Marketing and Promotions with the Northern Cape Tourism Authority.
A number of tourism regions, namely Green Kalahari Tourism and Namakwa Tourism, will join the Northern Cape Tourism Authority at stand G23 in the Gourmet Hall.
A number of tourism regions, namely Green Kalahari Tourism and Namakwa Tourism, will join the Northern Cape Tourism Authority at stand G23 in the Gourmet Hall.
Upington is at the epicentre of the Green Kalahari region, which is home to the mighty Orange River, the impressive Augrabies Falls and the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.
The Namaqua region is world famous for its flamboyant floral kingdom, which is considered to be the richest bulb flora arid region in the world, as well as the rugged |Ai-|Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park and the best star-gazing on earth at the South African Astronomical Observatory in Sutherland.
Several SMME operators from the Northern Cape, including Aukwatowa Tours and Tata Ma Tata Tours, will also join the show as part of the NCTA’s ongoing commitment to promoting sustainable development of tourism partners in the province.
Other tourism partners and role players sharing the stand include Boundless Africa, Umkulu Safaris, Orange River Wine Cellars and several route partners; the Kalahari Red Dune Route, the Quiver Tree Route and Richtersveld Route.
Visitors to the Northern Cape stand will be able to explore numerous reasons why the province is a must-see on any travel itinerary.
Visitors to the Northern Cape stand will be able to explore numerous reasons why the province is a must-see on any travel itinerary.
The unique flavour and flair of this vast province offer a truly remarkable holiday destination with unforgettable, enriching experiences ranging from cultural encounters to great weather, amazing adventures and natural beauty and wildlife.
All this is encompassed with the innate sense of being embraced by community and the indigenous warm hospitality of the province.
All this is encompassed with the innate sense of being embraced by community and the indigenous warm hospitality of the province.
The Northern Cape has proven itself as a mecca for adventure and extreme sports and will not only be hosting the prestigious Maloof Money Cup skateboarding world championships for the next four years, but will also be the venue for the Bloodhound Supersonic Car world land speed record attempt in 2013 and 2014.
It was extremely proud to further announce a new event, the first-ever annual Speedweek Club event in Africa for both vehicles and motorcycles. It will be officially known as the Kalahari Desert Speedweek and will be held on Hakskeenpan from Sunday Aug. 5 2012 to Saturday 18 Aug.
Derived from: New Era
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