Usakos Spitzkoppe, Matterhorn of Namibia
Rising abruptly from the arid Namib plain is the Spitzkoppe, popularly known as the Matterhorn of Namibia. It is the home of a number of rock paintings, and its volcanic mountain peaks which reach a height of 1829m is a challenge to mountaineers.
One of the most photographed icons of Namibia. Spectacular sunset's, and granite formations.
The closest town to the Spitzkoppe is Usakos. Only 30km east. Usakos is and ideal overnight for your day trip to the Spitzkoppe, to (or from) Swakopmund/Walfish Bay/Henties Bay/Erongo/Brurnt Mountain. All the services you might require; police, private doctor, OK mini market, butchery, fuel station, post office and bank.
Other attractions in the Usakos area: Ancient rock paintings and engravings. In the Nubeb Mountain on the Farm Mansfield (picture below) strange looking images of people and animals. On the same farm great Marble "pools" with engravings from the early 1900 OEMG railway workers.
More north the White Elephant in the Phillips Cave. This can only be reached on foot and it takes about 45 minutes from Ameib. There is a picnic spot near the massive boulders known as the Bull's party.Usakos fountain in town. Usakos is also rich in railway history.
Geotreasure at Spitzkoppe: S: 21 49.212 E: 015 09.953
Pre booked activities and tours include: Lead/Silver and Tourmaline mining.
Open pit and undergound caving. Mineral tours to Brandberg, Spitzkoppe and Erongo can be arraranged.
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PO Box 43 Usakos Namibia Tel: (+264-64) 530-444 Fax: (+264-64) 530-765 Email: websmith@iway.na |
Halfway on the Main road, B2, between Windhoek and the coast. Ideal stop for visiting the Spitzkoppe, Erongo mountain, etc. Restaurant, shaded safe parking, en-suite rooms with Aircon and TV. Family hotel with personal service.
We are fully equipped with an a-la carte restaurant and fully licensed bar.
Information:
- WiFi Internet Access
- Single and Double/twin Rooms
- Air Conditioned Rooms
- Bathroom with a toilet and bath or shower en-suit.
- Secure Covered Car Parking.
- Satelite Television: NBC, M-NET, Super Sport or Movie Magic.
- Bedding and towels supplied.
- Two star hotel rating
- Telephone facilities - Direct Out.
- Cellular telephones can be used if international roaming is added by your local network.
- Mineral display.
- N$ 350-00 Single LUX per night (Including Breakfast).
- N$ 510-00 Double/Twin LUX per night(Including Breakfast).
- N$ 275-00 Single STD per night (Including Breakfast).
- N$ 400-00 Double/Twin STD per night(Including Breakfast).
- Children under the age of two years - no charge.
- STO less 10% on accommodation.
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The gaint Welwitchia's close to the Burnt Mountain. |
The historical water tanks on the age old railway system. |
Our Beer Garden. |
Rock Art at the Nubeb Mountain. People with tails and strange heads. |
