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KAOKOLAND
Kaokoland is one of the last remaining wilderness areas
in Southern Africa. It is a world of incredible mountain
scenery, home of the desert dwelling elephant, black
rhino and giraffe and the Himba people. The rugged
landscape is especially attractive during the early
morning and late afternoon, when it is transformed
into softly glowing pastel shades.
The south of the area is characterised by rugged
mountains with a number of watercourses, but north
the scenery is dominated by table-top koppies. The
well-known Epupa Falls with a massive water drop of
60m is a popular destination in this region. Visits to the
local Himba tribes offer an insight into their uniquely
adapted lifestyle.
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