Nomad Blog and News

On the 4th December, Nomad’s Management Team will partake in the 30th Annual community Chest Twilight Run. This is to raise funds for and in support of social development organisations funded by the Community Chest. The team will consist of: Goretti – making sure everyone’s accounted for, for the Accounts Department Tosca – logistically tackling the hordes for the Operations Team Vashti – keeping the group together for the Groups and Charter Team … Read More »

The very first time I ever came to the realization that I was going to be skydiving was literally when I was in the activity centre in Swakopmund, Namibia standing in the queue to pay for it … Yup… that was it, I’m doing this! The next morning a group of us were collected in a small van and we headed off into the desert. There were quite a few of us and upon arrival … Read More »

Namibia, and in particular Swakopmund, is a memorable and diverse destination for a family holiday. These were some of the most amazing few days I have spent with my family in a long time! We arrived at Windhoek Airport (Hosea Kutako International Airport) and I could not believe how organised and friendly the staff at this small airport were. It is an approximately 4 hour drive, but it felt like only two as we … Read More »

If there’s one place in the world that you have to visit, it’s Africa! What is it that makes you want to travel? I’m not talking about taking a weekend outing with your friends; I’m talking about the kind of travel that makes you come alive! The kind of travel where you push all your boundaries, slip in and out of your comfort zone, live and experience adventures that are outside your realm of possibility! … Read More »

I have been fortunate enough to participate in three scheduled tours with Nomad and decided it was time to share the experience with my friends, so we headed to Namibia for 10 days, on a private charter, booked through the Groups & Charters department. We decided February was the most convenient for us, taking into account our work schedules and for our overseas based friends to be able to join. The route was simple, but … Read More »

Source: Tourism Update – Hilke Birns   “Adventure tourism in Africa is booming, according to industry experts across the continent” says Hilke Birns from Tourism Update. In the article posted on the popular website this morning, it confirms that Southern and East Africa are having a wonderful time showing off the wilder and more daring side of this incredible wilderness. Below are a few of the comments that she and other tourism experts have … Read More »

A Nomad Journey…… Being part of the Nomad Team, Means testing your skills for every extreme Work hard, play hard is a motto to remember, Operating 7 days a week Jan to December. With a variety of personalities in our team We make the perfect combo and work at full steam. With years of experience between us all, We can assist any enquiry – just give us a call Friendly consultants to assist and explain, … Read More »

“Why Botswana?” I hear you ask. Botswana is one of the most sought after and exclusive safari destinations in Africa. The beauty of Botswana is that it is difficult to access (if you don’t have a Nomad truck) which means that you will not be surrounded by hundreds of tourists while you are soaking up your African bush experience. The two main areas that we will take you to are the Okavango … Read More »

WRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHED BY: Judith Bircher, Nomad guest on NSV (Swakopmund to Vic Falls), NTVJ (Transit Vic Falls to Joburg), NJJ (4 Day Kruger Camping tour) 1278 (8th September 2012) Sandile, Judith and Shingi Cold and rainy… That’s actually the weather here in Switzerland today which makes it the best time to think back to one of the highlights on my tour from Swakopmund to Vic Falls with Nomad.   It was siesta time in … Read More »

On the 26th – 28th October 2012, Sandringham Farm (home of the cheese festival) in Stellenbosch will be hosting the annual Cape Outdoor Expo. There will be adventure specialists, accommodation owners, tourism offices, craft beers, sushi, cocktails, sweet temptations, wineries and a range of other exhibitors to tantalise your senses! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to see what the Cape has in store for you this Summer! Visit the Cape Outdoor Expo … Read More »