I'm Retha. I started Black Pearl Discovery Tours because every person who comes to Namibia deserves a professional photo of themselves in this landscape.
When we meet, I can promise you two things - you'll relax faster than you expect, and you'll be genuinely surprised by your photos
Meet Retha Vorster
Photographer. Guide. The only one in Namibia doing both.
I'm your photographer for every booking and on most tours, your guide too.
Featured in Michelangelo Magazine. NTB registered TSO 01585.
Camera shy? Good. That's my speciality.
About Me
I spend a lot of time in the dunes. Probably more than most people and I never get bored of them.
The dunes are constantly changing. The textures, the shapes, the light. Every sunrise and sunset brings something different, and I love paying attention to all the little details that make the desert feel so alive.
Making people feel comfortable in front of the camera is also something I genuinely enjoy. Give me a camera and some interesting scenery, and I am in my element. I have a Pilates background too, so fair warning: if your posture is terrible, I might have something to say about it.
When I am not out in the desert, I am an amateur badminton enthusiast, currently undefeated in my own head.
Most importantly, I care deeply about protecting Namibia's fragile natural areas. I spend a lot of time enjoying these places, so I believe we also have a responsibility to look after them.