Namibia: Where the world’s oldest desert kisses the ocean, the most exciting road trip destination for Indians

News India Live, Digital Desk: Imagine that you are driving on a road with the blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the endless red sand dunes of the Namib Desert on the other. This is not a movie scene, but Namibia’s ‘Sandwich Harbour’.1. World’s oldest desert: Namib Desert: Namib Desert is considered to be the oldest desert in the world (about 55 million years old). The red sand dunes here (like Dune 45) are famous all over the world for their height and changing colors. Secret of the red color: Due to the iron oxide present in the sand, the dunes here appear deep red and orange.2. The place where the sea and the desert meet Namib-Naukluft National Park, located on the west coast of Namibia, is the place where the sand mountains jut directly into the Atlantic Ocean. This sight is so rare that it has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.3. Self-Drive for Indians: Namibia is one of the few countries where Indian tourists can enjoy a road trip: Left-Hand Driving: Like India, Namibia also drives on the left side of the road, making it very easy for Indians to drive here. International Driving Permit (IDP): If you have a valid Indian driving license and IDP, you can explore the desert by renting a 4×4 vehicle here. Are.4. Other major places to visit are Deadvlei: White mudflats and skeletons of 900-year-old dried black trees, surrounded by high red dunes.Skeleton Coast: The beach is dotted with shipwrecks and whale bones, making it mysterious.Etosha National Park: For wildlife lovers, where you can spot white elephants and black rhinos. Namibia Travel Planning (Travel Tips for Indians): Visa: Indians require a pre-visa to visit Namibia. Best time: June to October (winter season) is best to visit here. How to reach: Connecting flights are available from Delhi or Mumbai to Namibia’s capital ‘Windhoek’ via Addis Ababa or Johannesburg.