The Kunene Region of Namibia covers a vast swathe of harsh and inhospitable desert. It covers much of north-west Namibia and is divided into several huge private conservancies where the most reliable source of water is the fog created by the Atlantic waters that meet the warm air of the coast. From rolling sand dunes to stark endless plains, ancient valleys and dry river beds give way to the desolate Skeleton Coast in this wild and yet beautiful landscape where only the hardiest of species survive.

Remarkably these seemingly inhabitable surroundings are home to superbly adapted wildlife that has evolved over time to survive in this arid environment. Herds of nomadic elephant are found traversing the dried seasonal riverbeds in search of water and vegetation. These small oases also provide sustenance to a wide range of superbly adapted species including springbok, gemsbok, giraffe and a variety of other species, as well as lion and cheetah. This is also home to the largest free roaming population of black rhino as well as several endemic Namibian species of bird. Nomadic Himba tribesmen still live their traditional nomadic lifestyle and Africa's largest collection of prehistoric rock engravings and San rock art can be found at Twyfelfontein, Namibia's first World Heritage Site.

Several remote bush camps offer a true wilderness experience in relative comfort with activities ranging from 4x4 nature drives and tracking black rhino on foot, to mountain biking and star gazing. This is not a big game experience, but the rewards of seeing a black rhino or a herd of elephant against a lunar landscape is one of the most rewarding wildlife experiences.