Overview

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Learn about the lichen
• Visit the Zeila shipwreck
• Travel across vast plains with magnificent views
• Explore the rock formations at Spitzkoppe
• Learn about the 2000 year old bushman rock art
• Enjoy a picnic with a view.

The Spitzkoppe granite peaks are one of the most popular sights in Namibia. It is the highest mountain in the country and has been discribed as the metterhorn of Namibia  due to the shape of one of its peaks. The Spitzkoppe is known for its stunning beauty and the thousands of ancient Bushmen rock art paintings that is viewable. When you visit this amazing place, it will render you speechless, so be sure to add The Spitzkoppe Tour to your itinirary.

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THE TOUR:

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Your day starts at aprox 8:30 when we collect you from your accomodation in Walvis Bay or Swakopmund, and after a short briefing we depart in our 4x4 vehicle towards the odd holiday resort of Wlotzkasbaken, then visit the Zeille Shipwreck. From here you travel the dirt road inland to the mountains.

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You arrive at Spitzkoppe at aprox 10:00 and then.Your fist stop is viewing the ancient bushmen artwork.

After learning about the geology of The Spitzkoppe, you will have ample time to relax and explore the area and make use of the fantastic photo opportunities.

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While you are exploring we set up lunch which is an assortment of finger snacks, cold drinks, wine, beer and local sweets.

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From here  depart to the local gemstone market, an informal market that sells semi recious stones that are mined in the area, here you have the chance to purchase some of them. This will also help the locals as this is the only income many of them have.

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From here we return to your accommodation to conclude the tour.

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