- Gondwana Desert Collection/ News


		New Gateways to Transfrontier Parks - 19.10.07 Two new border crossing points have been opened by Namibia and South Africa within a week: Mata Mata in Namibia’s southeast and Sendelingsdrift in the southwest.

		The crossing point at Mata Mata, east of Koës, enables travellers in Namibia to drive into the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park without lengthy detours. This cross-border park, shared by South Africa and Botswana, is known for its characteristic Kalahari scenery and wildlife, which includes lion, oryx antelope, springbok and ostrich. Kalahari Anib Lodge in Gondwana Kalahari Park is situated halfway between Windhoek and Mata Mata.

		The border crossing point Sendelingsdrift across the Gariep (Orange) River, south of Rosh Pinah, connects the northern and southern part of the \|Ai\|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park, shared by Namibia and South Africa. The Richtersveld is characterised by the Succulent Karoo which is seen as the most diverse desert on earth. Quite recently, in late June, the area was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list. Both Gondwana Cañon Park and Gondwana Sperrgebiet Rand Park are a suitable starting point for excursions into Richtersveld.


		- For more see www.gondwana-kalahari-park.com and - www.gondwana-sperrgebiet-rand-park.com