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Exploring Brandberg in Namibia was a full bear-siz Exploring Brandberg in Namibia was a full bear-sized adventure from start to finish!
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First up, I hiked through the valley, leaping (gracefully, of course) over stepping stones to cross little streams winding through the rocks. It was cool and shady in places, with big boulders and towering cliffs all around
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Later, I got to ride in a proper vintage safari truck, the kind that makes you feel like you're starring in your own classic adventure film. We bounced and rumbled our way to a high viewpoint just in time for sunset
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Brandberg means Burning Mountain in English, and as the sun set, the whole mountain blazed in fiery reds and oranges, glowing like a lantern in the Erongo twilight
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Huge thanks to Africa-Experience for making this stop part of my self-drive, what a brilliant location in Namibia’s wild heart 🐻💙❤️🇳🇦🐾 ⛰️🔥
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Self-drive adventure mode: activated! 🚙💨
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First stop, the mighty Spitzkoppe, where huge orange granite peaks rise from the desert like nature's skyscrapers. I may be a small bear, but even I felt extra tiny next to these giants
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I camped in style — in a tent on top of the car! Yes, way up high like a true king of the rock. It was the perfect spot to watch the sun set the whole landscape on fire with golden light
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Then came the real show: the Milky Way lit up the night sky like a glitter bomb of stars. I tried counting them, got to about 37 before I fell asleep with a half eaten marmalade sandwich 😴🍊🥪
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This self-drive safari is already off to a roaring start. Where to next? Stay tuned!
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What an unforgettable 9 days it’s been exploring What an unforgettable 9 days it’s been exploring the wild beauty of Namibia with @ChameleonSafaris
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From gazing over the vast plains of Etosha National Park and spotting lions, elephants and zebras, to marveling at the surreal landscapes of Damaraland, where I even saw a desert in full bloom, this tour has been one for the memory books.
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I wandered through the stillness of Deadvlei, climbed Dune 45 at sunrise, and descended into the dramatic Sesriem Canyon. There were scenic drives through the Skeleton Coast, strolls along Swakopmund’s breezy beaches, and time to soak up Namibia’s striking contrasts, from sand dunes to savannahs
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And let’s not forget the people, meeting the Herero and Himba tribes was truly special and gave me such a deeper appreciation for the cultures that call this land home
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Exploring the eerie, sand-filled remains of Kolmanskop, Namibia’s famous ghost town. I felt like I had wandered onto the set of a post-apocalyptic film (no bottle caps were used as currency)
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A huge thank you to the entire team at Chameleon Safaris for this incredible experience, and for looking after a small bear with big travel dreams.
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If you’d like to follow in my pawsteps, I’ve got a treat for you! Use the code PADDINGTON10 when booking via the Chameleon Safaris website to get 10% off your own Namibian adventure (or any other tour they offer!)
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Adventure is out there, and it might just be in Namibia 🐻💙❤️🇳🇦
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What a day, what a view, what a forest, what a nig What a day, what a view, what a forest, what a night!
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After our brief stint in the car repair business (turns out bears and monkeys aren’t great mechanics), Eddie and I waved goodbye and set off in different directions, with dusty hugs and promises to meet again
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I ventured south to the mighty Fish River Canyon, the second largest canyon in the world. Standing on the edge, looking out across 160km of twisting, rugged rock, I felt very small, in the best way possible. It’s like the Earth took a deep breath and never let it go
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That night, I camped beneath the stars at the magical Quiver Tree Forest. These peculiar looking trees, with golden trunks and branches like lightning bolts, are actually a type of aloe. Indigenous San hunters once hollowed out their tubular branches to make quivers for their arrows, hence the name! Clever, right?
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As the sun dipped below the horizon, the sky turned into an explosion of stars. There, surrounded by ancient trees and the chorus of crickets, I scribbled this little haiku:
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Stars weave through the trees
A silent, glowing river 
Night breathes in stardust
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When you leave two plushies unsupervised in the de When you leave two plushies unsupervised in the desert, things are bound to get interesting!
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We reunited in the tiny outpost of Solitaire, famous for its apple pie and even more famous for its collection of very photogenic abandoned cars
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Naturally, Eddie and I decided it was the perfect spot to start a very unofficial car repair business. Our specialties included pretending to fix engines, posing dramatically, and honking imaginary horns. No actual repairs were made, but morale was high!
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One bear, one monkey, and a handful of rusty cars... sounds like a pretty good day to me!
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No cars (or plushies) were harmed, but we did get a few odd looks from passing tourists. Worth it? Absolutely... Where next? 🐻🐵
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Today I explored Kolmanskop, Namibia’s famous gh Today I explored Kolmanskop, Namibia’s famous ghost town, and let me tell you, it felt like stepping straight into a Fallout side quest. Minus the Radroaches thankfully
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Once a glitzy diamond mining town in the early 1900s, Kolmanskop was full of glamour and German-style mansions, but now the desert has taken over, and sand fills every room like it pays rent. It’s quiet, eerie, and oddly beautiful, especially the last photo
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Walking through the half-buried houses felt like looting abandoned vaults, except instead of bottle caps or diamonds, I just found more sand in my boots
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I highly recommend bringing a sense of adventure, a camera, and my guide suggested maybe a Geiger counter... just in case 😉☢️
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I woke up before sunrise (not my usual style, if I I woke up before sunrise (not my usual style, if I’m honest), but it was for a very good reason, to climb the famous Dune 45 in Namibia. It's named because it sits exactly 45km from the Sesriem gate. The sand was soft under my paws and the climb was steep, but with every step, the sky turned from pale pink to blazing gold. When I reached the top, I sat in silence, completely mesmerized 
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After an enthusiastic roll back down, I set my sights on Big Daddy, the tallest dune in Sossusvlei. He stands at over 300 metres, and yes, I did wonder what I was thinking halfway up, so I raced down into the white clay pan of Deadvlei. The trees there have been dead for over 900 years, yet they’ve never decayed thanks to the dry desert air. They stand black and gnarled against the pale floor, like something out of a dream. Or a very dramatic music video, my @ChameleonSafaris guide said they look like chickens feet, which unfortunately I cannot now unsee
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I finished my desert adventure at Sesriem Canyon. Carved by the Tsauchab River over millions of years, it’s a cool, shaded labyrinth perfect for exploring and for taking a break from all that sand. I sat on a rock, legs dangling over the edge, thinking how lucky I was to be a little bear in a big beautiful world
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From the animal-packed plains of Etosha to the oce From the animal-packed plains of Etosha to the ocean breeze in Swakopmund, my journey continues all the way down to the mighty dunes of Sossusvlei, I've had my paws full of adventure (and sand)
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Along the way I passed through Damaraland and was lucky enough to meet some truly incredible people. The Herero ladies in their bright, Victorian style dresses looked like walking rainbows, Paddington approved fashion, if you ask me 🐻🌈
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Then I visited a Himba village, where I learned about their unique culture, traditional mud huts, and joined in a bit of dancing. Let's just say I need some practice on my footwork, but my hat stayed on, so that’s a win
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And finally down to the dunes! Endless waves of red and gold sand, glowing in the sunset like they were painted just for me. Guess what? I'm still only half way through my tour 🚐 🙌🏽
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Disclaimer:  Please note all photos were taken with consent, I was even asked to post them on social media so the world can see
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After a few dusty safari days, I swapped my binocu After a few dusty safari days, I swapped my binoculars for a pair of sunglasses and hit the pool, because even adventurous bears need a break!
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Namibia isn’t just about the wildlife, sometimes it’s about the luxury lodges, chilled drinks, and a good floatie session. I had my trusty duckie floatie, while Olly the Oryx rocked up with a watermelon one. Very stylish! ❤️🦆🍉💦 
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We bobbed around like pros, discussing elephants, snacks, and who has the best floatie. (Spoiler: it’s mine)
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