For those wanting to explore off the beaten track and combine this with adrenaline inducing activities, Namibia offers the perfect mix of remote locations and unique excursions. Swakopmund is Namibia’s adventure capital, with choices ranging from kayaking with seals, acrobatic flights, sandboarding and the opportunity to quadbike on some of Namibia’s iconic sand dunes. Further South, head out on boat cruises to visit the local penguin population or set up camp overnight mid hike – or horse ride – under the stars. Etosha National Park is one of the few areas where self-driving is as good an option as guided game drives, and the chance to track big cats on foot also will thrill many an adventure seeker.