Spitzkoppe, the “Matterhorn of Namibia”
Between Usakos and Swakopmund, these granite peaks over 120 million years old rise to about 1,728 m. The highest towers some 670 m above the desert plains.
Key facts
Before you go.
- Starting point
- Between Usakos and SwakopmundSpitzkoppe (Wikipedia)
- GPS coordinates
- -21.82563, 15.19511Spitzkoppe (Wikipedia)
Good to know
Three things to remember.
The area is run by a women’s cooperative that keeps campsites among the rocks; a nominal fee is paid at the entrance.
Spitzkoppe (Wikivoyage)Some places, such as the rocks with San art, are only accessible with a guide.
Spitzkoppe (Wikivoyage)Local guides take visitors around for a voluntary sum.
Spitzkoppe (Wikivoyage)
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- Spitzkoppe (Wikipedia)
The Spitzkoppe […] also referred to as […] the "Matterhorn of Namibia") is a group of bald granite peaks […] located between Usakos and Swakopmund in the Namib desert […] The granite is more than 120 million years old and the highest outcrop rises about 1,728 metres […] The highest peak is about 670 m […] above the floor of the desert below. (coordinates -21.82563, 15.19511)
- Spitzkoppe (Wikivoyage)
The Spitzkoppe area is run by a women's cooperative who maintain campsites throughout the brilliantly colored rocks. A nominal fee is paid at the entrance and camping can be arranged. There are often local guides to take the visitor around at minimal cost (voluntary sum in Nov 2021). Some places like the rocks with San art are only accessible with a guide.
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