https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-namibia--5796837enPlaces & Travel©Venture Media, 2023https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f7d559c4f87ccf553c720543f822a6ae.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-namibia--5796837Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:27:31 +0000Venture MediaVenture Publications Pty Ltdinfo@venture.com.naThis is Namibia, a wonderfully diverse destination ideal for any traveller. Known for its dramatic deserts and vast landscapes, an abundance of wildlife and friendly faces. Namibia is a traveller's dream. Discover its wonders with our series of...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/simanya-river-lodge-where-the-journey-meets-the-river--67615454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67615454Thu, 04 Sep 2025 07:02:21 +0000Venture MediaDiscover the serene beauty of Namibia’s Kavango River region with Simanya River Lodge, a hidden gem where luxury meets nature and culture. From river cruises and fishing adventures to immersive village visits and cozy riverside evenings, explore how...317africanadventure,kavangoriver,luxurytravel,namibiatravel,rivercruise,simanyariverlodge,travelpodcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/travelling-in-the-footsteps-of-a-conservation-legend--67615470https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67615470Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:58:53 +0000Venture MediaTravelling in the Footsteps of a Conservation Legend takes you on an unforgettable journey through northwestern Namibia’s remote Kunene region. Join us as we explore the wild landscapes, untold stories, and rich culture shaped by conservation pioneer...494africansafari,communitytourism,conservation,kunene,namibia,naturelovers,travelpodcast,travelstoriesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-journey-into-stillness-and-wonder-at-ongava--67615473https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67615473Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:51:51 +0000Venture Mediaoin us as we journey into the heart of Namibia’s wilderness at Anderssons at Ongava, a sanctuary where luxury meets raw nature. Experience the lush transformation after rain, intimate wildlife encounters, and the soulful rhythms of the bush. From...487africanbush,anderssonsatongava,luxurysafari,namibiawildlife,natureconnection,safariexperience,travelnamibia,wildlifeencountersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kharugu-a-hidden-gem-in-omaruru--67615478https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67615478Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:48:00 +0000Venture MediaDiscover the story behind Kharugu, a unique miners’ shop in Omaruru that connects you directly to Namibia’s rich gemstone heritage. From ethically sourced stones mined by licensed small scale miners to exquisite handcrafted jewellery made by local...386ethicaljewelry,kharugu,namibiagems,namibiatravel,omaruru,smallscaleminers,sustainableminingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wet-edge-of-etosha--67615481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67615481Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:44:09 +0000Venture MediaDiscover the magical transformation of Etosha National Park during the rainy season, where dry salt pans give way to shimmering waters and vibrant birdlife. Journey to Fischer’s Pan on the park’s eastern edge, a seasonal sanctuary for waterbirds like...352africansafari,birdwatching,etoshanationalpark,fischerspan,namibia,travelpodcast,waterbirdsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pan-s-pink-pilgrimage-flamingos-of-etosha-national-park--67615460https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67615460Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:39:38 +0000Venture MediaDiscover the awe-inspiring spectacle of flamingos in Etosha National Park, where seasonal rains transform the vast salt pan into a vibrant nursery for thousands of these extraordinary birds. From ancient evolutionary roots to dramatic courtship dances...250birdwatching,etoshanationalpark,flamingos,pinkpilgrimage,sustainabletourism,wildernessculture,wildlifewonderfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-century-of-stewardship-the-history-of-conservation-in-etosha-national-park--67615463https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67615463Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:34:36 +0000Venture MediaJoin us as we explore over 100 years of conservation in Etosha National Park, Namibia’s iconic wilderness and one of Africa’s oldest protected areas. From its colonial beginnings and changing boundaries to its vital role as a sanctuary for rare...434africanconservation,conservationhistory,etoshanationalpark,naturestewardship,wildlifeprotection,wildlifesanctuaryfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/large-cats-of-etosha--67615479https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67615479Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:29:05 +0000Venture MediaIn this episode, we journey into the wild heart of Etosha National Park to explore its most captivating residents: the lion, leopard, and cheetah. From legendary lion roars to elusive leopard encounters and the speed and grace of the cheetah, we...639africanwildlife,bigcats,catsofetosha,etoshanationalpark,safariadventure,safaristories,wildafrica,wildlifepodcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/return-to-tranquillity-a-stay-at-mushara-s-private-villas--67615480https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67615480Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:22:33 +0000Venture MediaStep into the serene luxury of Mushara Lodge, a hidden gem on the edge of Namibia’s Etosha National Park. In this episode, we explore the refined elegance of Mushara’s Private Villas, where safari style meets thoughtful comfort, and every detail...350africansafari,hiddengems,luxurysafari,luxurytravel,musharalodge,namibia,safarilodge,travelpodcast,wellnessretreatfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/earth-to-light-the-alchemy-of-stone--67615400https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67615400Wed, 03 Sep 2025 12:45:20 +0000Venture MediaDive into the mesmerizing world of Namibian marble art with Earth to Light: The Alchemy of Stone. This episode explores the groundbreaking work of WHUDA Marble Art, Namibia’s only workshop dedicated to transforming local white marble into stunning...498africanartists,marblesculpture,namibianart,namibianmarble,stoneart,visualart,whudamarbleartfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/forests-at-the-heart-of-climate-action-and-community-empowerment--63622755
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63622755Thu, 09 Jan 2025 08:45:31 +0000Venture MediaIn this episode of Venture Media in Conversation with NILALEG, Johnson Ndokosho, Director of Forestry at Namibia's Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, discusses the vital role forests play in climate action. With over 20 years of...
]]>1523falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conference-on-integrated-landscape-management--61308011https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61308011Mon, 09 Sep 2024 08:23:57 +0000Venture Media965falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nkulivere-rising-in-conversation-with-werner-mbongo-on-nilaleg-s-initiatives-in-kavango-west--60094272In the verdant expanses of the Nkulivere landscape in the Kavango West Region of Namibia, a transformative initiative, managed by the Namibian Nature Foundation under NILALEG, is taking root. The NILALEG project is at the forefront of pioneering development, aiming to uplift local communities through sustainable natural resource management by integrating environmental stewardship with economic growth. I recently had the opportunity to discuss this initiative with Werner Mbongo, the project coordinator for NILALEG’s Nkulivere landscape, as we sat on the banks of the Okavango River just outside Nkurenkuru.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60094272Tue, 21 May 2024 10:45:55 +0000Venture MediaIn the verdant expanses of the Nkulivere landscape in the Kavango West Region of Namibia, a transformative initiative, managed by the Namibian Nature Foundation under NILALEG, is taking root. The NILALEG project is at the forefront of pioneering...In the verdant expanses of the Nkulivere landscape in the Kavango West Region of Namibia, a transformative initiative, managed by the Namibian Nature Foundation under NILALEG, is taking root. The NILALEG project is at the forefront of pioneering development, aiming to uplift local communities through sustainable natural resource management by integrating environmental stewardship with economic growth. I recently had the opportunity to discuss this initiative with Werner Mbongo, the project coordinator for NILALEG’s Nkulivere landscape, as we sat on the banks of the Okavango River just outside Nkurenkuru.]]>1457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/advancing-environmental-governance-in-namibia--59110045https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59110045Wed, 20 Mar 2024 08:57:41 +0000Venture MediaIn this episode, Venture Media collaborates with the Namibia Integrated Landscape Approach for Enhancing Livelihoods and Environmental Governance (NILALEG) to explore a transformative project in Namibia. The initiative, led by Jonas Nghishidi and...1925falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hiking-the-naukluft--56207202https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56207202Tue, 25 Jul 2023 12:40:17 +0000Venture Media929falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wildlife-selfies-a-conservation-crisis--56207211https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56207211Tue, 25 Jul 2023 12:38:35 +0000Venture Media1130falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventure-coast--52836094
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52836094Fri, 24 Feb 2023 10:46:55 +0000Venture MediaNamibia’s eponymous Namib Desert lines the cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean for more than 1 500 kilometres between South Africa in the south and Angola in the north. Almost right in the centre of this massive desert belt lies a cluster of towns: The...
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52835634Fri, 24 Feb 2023 10:15:03 +0000Venture MediaCradled by the Kwando and Linyanti rivers at the Zambezi Region’s southernmost point, lies Namibia’s largest conserved wetland area, the 28,500-ha-large Nkasa Rupara National Park. Complex tectonic, climatic and hydrological events have shaped and...

]]>335namibia,safari,travel,wildlife,zambezifalse14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/khaudum-national-park-the-ultimate-wilderness--52835633https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52835633Fri, 24 Feb 2023 10:12:09 +0000Venture MediaKhaudum National Park offers an unforgettable and authentic wilderness experience for adventurous travellers seeking solitude in one of Namibia's most remote corners. Its deep, loose sandy tracks and large herds of elephants are legendary, and the...307adventure,namibia,safari,travel,wildlifefalse13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-time-to-explore-the-zambezi--52835632https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52835632Fri, 24 Feb 2023 10:09:22 +0000Venture MediaNamibia as a travel destination has become known for cliché phrases such as ‘wide open spaces’, ‘desert vistas’, ‘rolling dunes’ and ‘desert-adapted’, to name but a few. Yet, in the country’s oddly shaped north-eastern arm is a wild, natural...727false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/epic-namibia-the-ultimate-route-for-a-first-time-explorer--52835468Through the ages explorers have inspired mankind with accounts of their travels. Those with an adventurous spirit who read about these journeys were enthralled and tempted to travel and experience far-off places for themselves. But alas, that was an impossible quest except for a fortunate few.

These days travel writers inspire their readers with words and with photographs of wondrous places. With the click of a button the most amazing images of practically any secret place in the world can be discovered by almost everyone without lifting as much as a finger. In today’s world exploring has become part of our lives as we travel on our smart phones. It allows us to dream and get lost in the reality of someone else’s experience.

The pandemic of the past two years has proven, however, that all the beautiful descriptions with the perfect set of adjectives and the most incredible images cannot replace the sense of place. The sense of sounds and smells and that unfathomable sense of wellbeing when you come to a place that you have dreamt of and the reality lives up to your expectations.
Namibia is such a place.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52835468Fri, 24 Feb 2023 09:12:49 +0000Venture MediaThrough the ages explorers have inspired mankind with accounts of their travels. Those with an adventurous spirit who read about these journeys were enthralled and tempted to travel and experience far-off places for themselves. But alas, that was an...Through the ages explorers have inspired mankind with accounts of their travels. Those with an adventurous spirit who read about these journeys were enthralled and tempted to travel and experience far-off places for themselves. But alas, that was an impossible quest except for a fortunate few.

These days travel writers inspire their readers with words and with photographs of wondrous places. With the click of a button the most amazing images of practically any secret place in the world can be discovered by almost everyone without lifting as much as a finger. In today’s world exploring has become part of our lives as we travel on our smart phones. It allows us to dream and get lost in the reality of someone else’s experience.

The pandemic of the past two years has proven, however, that all the beautiful descriptions with the perfect set of adjectives and the most incredible images cannot replace the sense of place. The sense of sounds and smells and that unfathomable sense of wellbeing when you come to a place that you have dreamt of and the reality lives up to your expectations.
Namibia is such a place.]]>920adventure,africa,holiday,namibia,roadtrip,safari,travelfalse11full