The Most Dangerous Places to Visit Around the World

Skeleton Coast, Namibia

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Stretching for 310 miles (500km) along the shores of northern Namibia, the Skeleton Coast is where the barren sand dunes of the Namib desert meet the vast Atlantic Ocean. Its otherworldly landscape, littered with the dry bones of dead animals and the rusting hulks of over 500 shipwrecks, is an attractive prospect for adventure travellers and intrepid photographers. But going deep into one of the world’s most inhospitable places comes with risks.

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The thick fogs, fierce winds and rough seas mean that ships stay away from the Skeleton Coast – for if they run aground, sailors may die of thirst before help reaches them. The Skeleton Coast is now a national park, but entrance to the northern section is strictly forbidden and it can only be seen via helicopter tour. The southern part is open to four-wheel drive vehicles, but going with an experienced guide is highly recommended.