Desert Moonlandscape Tour: Explore Namibia’s mystic terrain
ID: GYG1142804-1752963
Category:
Country: Namibia
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Experience the dreamlike curves of the Moonlandscape, wander through riverbeds where Welwitschia secrets endure, listen to the song of the Musical Rocks and breathe in the green at Goanikontes Oasis.
Drift into a realm that feels untouched by time as you travel through the Namib Naukluft National Park. First stop - Moonlandscape, an otherworldly stretch of rolling ridges and sculpted valleys carved by the Swakop River over millions of years. The view unfolds like a silent lunar dream.
Continue into a dry riverbed where Welwitschia Mirabilis plants - some older than entire civilizations - thrive in the stillness. Here, stories linger in the sand: legends of resilience, endurance and the desert’s quiet wisdom.
Next, pause at the famed Musical Rocks, a natural choir of stone that sings when struck, humming ancient notes carried on the desert wind.
Finally, arrive at an Oasis, a soft green haven that rises gently from the stark desert around it.
Relax, sip your cool drink, enjoy light snacks, and let the tranquil heart of the desert settle over you.
A morning of wonder, woven with landscapes that whisper, echo and breathe.
Highlights
- Glide across the Moonlandscape shaped by millions of years.
- Explore Welwitschia Mirabilis and immerse yourself in this quiet desert cradle.
- Experience the contrasts of the Musical Rocks and lush Goanikontes Oasis.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Guided half-day tour (Moonlandscape, Riverbed Welwitschias, Musical Rocks, Goanikontes Oasis)
- Professional guide
- Snacks
- Drinks (water & soft drinks)
- Park fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pickup and drop-off in Walvis Bay or Swakopmund (depending on your setup - you can adjust)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
