Embark on a thrilling tour of Namibia’s iconic Spitzkoppe Mountain from Swakopmund. Explore the stunning rock formations, discover indigenous culture, and admire the diverse flora and fauna of the Namib Desert.
- Namib Desert - As we travel from Swakopmund to the Spitzkoppe Mountain we pass through the oldest desert of the world, the Namib Desert. Your tour-guide will stop en route and explain the origin of the Namib Desert as well as the geological and climatic conditions of this coastal desert. As you approach the Spitzkoppe Mountain your guide will stop at some stalls where local people offer semi-precious stones for sale. You have a choice between Aquamarine, Topaz, Amethyst, Feldspar and many other semi-precious stones.
- Spitzkoppe - Visit the Spitzkoppe, also known as the Matterhorn of Africa. This so-called “Inselberg” is a granite outcrop which rises 780m above the surrounding Namib Desert; its total height above sea level is 1728m. After passing the entrance to the Spitzkoppe Park, your tour guide will drive around the mountain and show you several spectacular rock formations like the “Rock Pool” and the “Rock Arch”. The rich vegetation at the Spitzkoppe provides ample opportunity to study some of the flora of the Namib Desert, for example Vachellia (Acacia) species and “Kobas”, the Butter tree, milk bush and Commiphora species, as well as ‘Beesklou” and Cleome species. Several bird species can be seen, as for example the Pale-winged Starling and swallows as well as species of weaver birds. After a leisurely lunch break your guide will show you some interesting bushman paintings. Afterwards it is time for your return-journey to Swakopmund.
- Lunch
The Spitzkoppe Mountain, often referred to as the Matterhorn of Africa, stands out as a prominent feature in Namibia’s landscape. En route to this natural wonder, we’ll traverse a village inhabited by the native Damara population, notable for their trade in affordable semi-precious gems. Our circuitous journey around the mountain unveils a variety of sights, including the ‘Rock Pool’ and the ‘Rock Arch’, along with intriguing ancient San rock art. The area’s abundant plant life presents a perfect case study of the Namib Desert’s flora, while also being a habitat for a number of unique bird species.
Post a relaxing midday meal, guests possess the choice to further their exploration with a visit to the ‘Bushman’s Paradise’, a site famed for more historic San artwork.
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