Today the expedition officially got underway as participants from all over the world arrived in Windhoek. There were plenty of familiar faces returning for another Ultramagic Experience, alongside several people joining us for the very first time. As always, it didn’t take long before everyone was chatting.
Once all the rental vehicles had been collected, we headed to what was probably our most important stop of the day: the supermarket. Over the next two weeks these groceries will become breakfasts before sunrise and quick lunches on the roadside.
The drive to Sesriem was the perfect introduction to Namibia. Endless gravel roads stretched across wide open landscapes that seemed to go on forever. It is impossible not to be impressed by the feeling of space this country offers. This evening we were welcomed by Denis Heseman and the NamibSky team with a wonderful dinner. A perfect start to what promises to be an unforgettable journey.