Tuesday, 9 July 2013

Kalahari Desert

Kalahari Desert, Africa

The seemingly infinite semi-arid deserts of Kalahari offer unique experiences and unspoiled nature. A land of extremes, droughts and harsh weather, Kalahari also supports a variety of plants and wildlife, including black-maned lions, hyenas, cheetahs, lions, leopards, zebras, and flamingos.
The vast space has a variety of landscapes including red sands and grasslands. Riemvasmaak, a village in the desert, offers a glimpse into the lives of semi-nomadic sheep and goat herders, and rides across the red sands on a donkey cart. Augrabies Falls National Park contains the world’s sixth tallest waterfall. The Sunqu (Orange) River flows through the region, surrounded by the fertile Green Kalahari, complete with vineyards.

 Activities in the Kalahari Desert include safaris as well as sand-boarding down the sand dunes, and soaking in the mineral hot springs. In the evenings, watch the vibrant orange sunsets, and go stargazing under the clear skies of southern Africa.

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