Tamboti Farm Accommodation

08/06/2026

Thank You Lourens for keeping our Boma Fire burning in the Evenings!
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08/06/2026

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT THE DAMARA DIKDIK IN NAMIBIA:

The dikdik is one of the smallest and cutest antelopes found in Namibia.

Here are some fascinating facts:
🔹 One of Africa’s smallest antelopes. An adult dikdik stands only about 35–40 cm tall at the shoulder and weighs between 4 and 7 kg.
🔹 Where do they occur in Namibia?
In Namibia, the Damara or Kirk’s dikdik is found mainly in parts of the northern and central regions, including areas such as Etosha National Park.
🔹 They almost never drink water. Dikdiks get most of their moisture from leaves, fruits, shoots, and other plants they eat. This allows them to survive in very dry areas.
🔹 Their nose works like a natural air conditioner
The long snout helps cool their blood and prevents overheating during hot Namibian days.
🔹 The name comes from their alarm call. When startled, they make a sharp “zik-zik” sound, which led to the name “dikdik.”
🔹 They mate for life. Dikdiks usually form lifelong pairs and are often seen together. The male and female defend their territory as a team.
🔹 They prefer hiding to running. When danger threatens, they usually freeze or hide among bushes. They only run if there is no other escape.
🔹 Only males have horns
The small, backward-curving horns are often hidden by a tuft of hair on the forehead.
🔹 They have excellent senses. Their large eyes, big ears, and sharp sense of smell help them detect predators such as leopards, jackals, and birds of prey early.
🔹 They mark their territory with “tear marks”. Special glands beneath their eyes produce a sticky secretion, which they use to mark branches and plants.

Despite their tiny size, dikdiks are remarkably tough and perfectly adapted to Namibia’s dry and hot landscapes. They are true survivors of the desert and bushveld.

07/06/2026

05/06/2026

I Scream .... You Scream ... We all Scream for Creamy Soft Serve Ice-Cream!! Available at our Tsumeb Pharmacy at the moment!

29/05/2026

What a Privilege to Bless each Tamboti Farm Child with a warm blanket for the cold winter nights!🙏

26/05/2026

25/05/2026

Best Steaks in Tsumeb! We refer all our Guests to Kierie Shop Tsumeb

Best steaks Kierie Shop Tsumeb !!

24/05/2026

Farm Fresh Eggs ..... 🥚🥚🥚
Rainbow Eggers are a hybrid chicken breed known for laying eggs in a variety of colors, including shades of white, brown, green, blue, and pink. They are generally considered hardy, easy to care for, and good foragers. Their hybrid status means that they can vary in feather color and other physical characteristics, but they are known for their consistent egg production.

22/05/2026

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