Visiting this region can be extremely rewarding, explore this environment with its cultures. One of the most spectacular landmarks of Kaokoland is the Epupa Falls. Several pools at the base of the waterfall allow for (relatively) Crocodile free swimming.
Stone Age rock art is a special feature at the Brandberg who’s most famous painting is the 'White Lady'. She has caused a bit of a stir because researchers have decided that 'she' is actually a 'he'! The Brandberg Mountain smolders with deep purples and reds. Dominating the horizon is the brooding Brandberg Mountain who rises to the great height of 6,500 feet above sea level.
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Kaokoland is home to some 6000 Himba. These friendly people are closely related to the Herero and speak the same language. The Himba are herdsmen, breeding mainly cattle and goats while leading a semi-nomadic life. They migrate with their herds to the different waterholes from season to season.
For the Himba, clothes, hair and jewellery hold a special meaning and form an important part of their tradition and culture.
The proud Himba women spend many hours on beauty care and grooming every day. They cream their whole body with a mixture of rancid butterfat and ochre, scented with the aromatic resin of the Omuzumba shrub. The cream lends the body an intense reddish glow, which reflects the Himba ideal of beauty.
