Exploradio - Your Audioguide for Namibia
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Swakopmund
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Swakopmund is a quiet coastal town in Namibia. As it was founded by German colonialists, there still is a lot of history to discover. Apart from this ...
Malaria
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Malaria still is one of the deadliest infectious diseases on the African continent. But don't worry, you can easily reduce the risk of infection b...
Independence Avenue
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Independence Avenue is Windhoek's most important street. But what's there to see? And how was the street called before Namibia got its indepen...
Spitzkoppe
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Three hours west of Windhoek, in the middle of Damaraland, you'll find an inselberg with a height of 700 m towering over the surrounding area. Let...
Heroes' Acre
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just a few kilometres outside of Windhoek you can find the Heroes' Acre. It's a national monument commemorating the heroes and heroines of the...
Eating out
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Going to restaurants in foreign countries can be different from what you're used to. We've put together a few tips for your next restaurant ex...
Genocide Memorial in Windhoek
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This monument commemorates the genocide of the Ovaherero and Nama by the German colonial power in the years 1904-1907/08. Let yourself get taken back ...
Windhoek Massacre
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the 1950s, the South African Apartheid-Government introduced a new law: The Group Areas act. This meant that Namibian people were to be divided int...
Potjiekos
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Potjiekos" is another local speciality of Southern Africa. You won't find one common recipe but many different varieties, from traditio...
Sossusvlei
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Huge red dunes marked by sand drifts, dead jet black trees, white salt and a bright blue sky. Sossusvlei is one of the most impressive and popular nat...
Rainy Season In Namibia
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Namibia, the sun shines on more than 300 days a year. And yet, this country that is partially covered by two deserts has a real rainy season! Offic...
Walvis Bay
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Walvis Bay is not only known for its flamingos, but also has a lot of history. It became famous for its fish and whale wealth – hence the name. Down...
Tsumeb
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With only 15,000 inhabitants, Tsumeb is not particularly large. But the history of this town in northern Namibia is all the more interesting. This is ...
TBG Cafe
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You can find it in Maerua Mall directly opposite Stuttafords and it's my new insider tip for a shopping break or even a casual business meeting in...
Wild horses of the Namib
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The wild horses of the Namib are the reason why the region around Garub near Aus is sometimes called the "Wild West of Africa". For decades,...
Windhoek Train Station
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The railway building originates from the German colonial rule and didn't change much until today. It's built in the typical colonial building ...
Statue of Theophilus Hamutumbangela
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The priest Theophilus Hamutumbangela seems to bless everyone who stands before him. Since 2001 his statue can be found in the Parliament Garden. Downl...
Safety tips: General
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Namibia is a country where you can travel safely, even alone, but you should not be careless and keep certain things in mind. Download the Exploradio ...
Palm Avenue of Walvis Bay
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The palm row Lining up the road at the entrance of Walvis Bay measuring 14 km and 1600 trees is the second largest in the world, only bested by the Mc...
Ovahimba
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Ovahimba are indigenous people of Namibia with an estimated population of about 50.000, with most of them living in northern Namibia in the Kunene...
Oshiwambo
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Oshiwambo is the most common language in the country, spoken by almost half of the Namibian population, the Aawambo. Oshiwambo is part of the so-calle...
Nomad Wellness Homestead
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A wellness oasis within the city! Come and experience the unique African treatments and massages which are inspired by the nomadic tribes of Namibia. ...
Lions
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard a lion roar? Whether up close or from a distance (male lions roar so loudly that they can still be heard eight kilometres away) –...
Jetty
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Jetty in Swakopmund is one of the sights of the city which you should not miss. Walk on the wooden planks straight into the Atlantic Ocean – at ...
Giraffes
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It is no secret that giraffes are really big animals. On average, a giraffe's tongue is half a metre long. They have the longest neck, the longest...
Etosha National Park
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As one of the largest nature reserves in the world, measuring around half the size of Switzerland, Etosha National Park is located in northern Namibia...
Brandberg
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Brandberg mountain in Damaraland is an impressive place in many respects. Here you will not only find the "Königstein", Namibia's h...
Khoi-San
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Khoi-San is an umbrella term for indigenous ethnic groups of people who call Namibia, Angola, Botswana and South Africa their home. Their languages en...
What happened on Cassinga Day?
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The 4th of May is a national holiday in Namibia. Why and what is it about? Sij will take you on a dive into the history behind this date and tell you ...
Packing Tips
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know how stressful it can be to pack for your vacation? Everything seems useful and important... We put together some helpful information in th...
Biltong
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Biltong is an all-time favourite of many Namibians and tourists alike. Listen to this audio-clip to learn about its origins as well as how Biltong is ...
Katutura
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The most bustling part of Windhoek was created during the 1950s under the South African Apartheid Government. Back in the days, Katutura was a sad wit...
Mopane Worms
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For tourists from Europe, this local speciality most likely belongs to the category of "oddities". However, the mopane worm – which actual...
Facts About: Cheetahs
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sij will give you some very interesting insights about cheetahs in this audio clip. We spoke with Stuart Munro, expert at Naankuse Wildlife Sanctury, ...
Genocide Museum Swakopmund
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hardly any travellers are aware that the idyllic coastal town of Swakopmund, on the outskirts of the city, is still home to mass graves from the 1904-...
Fish River Canyon
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that you can find one of the world's biggest canyons in Namibia? Listen to this audio-clip to learn all about its history and the leg...
The Dragon of the Okavango
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are now in the far North of Namibia, only a short distance from Angola. Listen to this African folktale about the dragon of the Okavango while look...
N/a'an ku sê-Foundation
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anyone who wants to volunteer in Namibia or is particularly interested in big cats and the carnivores of this country will probably stumble across Naa...
Pap - traditional Namibian porridge
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pap is one of Namibia's traditional dishes par excellence, and a true all-rounder at that. The cereal porridge – pap is Afrikaans for porridge o...
Woermannhaus
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Woermannhaus in Swakopmund is one of the city's oldest buildings. Listen to this clip to learn more about its history as well as what it is us...
Windhoek
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Namibia's capital Windhoek is the economic and social hub of the country. In this audio-clip, we'll talk about the city's history, some in...
Steam Locomotive
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Surrounded by sand at the side of the road just a few kilometres outside of Swakopmund, there's a national monument to discover: the steam locomot...
National Marine Aquarium
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into Namibia's fascinating underwater world – without getting wet! The National Marine Aquarium in Swakopmund is the right place for you if...
Facts About: Elephants
02 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for some interesting and funny facts about these grey, gentle giants. Which tiny animal scares them? How much and what do they eat and what ...