Mineral Tour from Swakopmund around the Rossing Mountain

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 1 more

This is a tour for clients interested in the geology of the Namib Desert. Clients will experience the impressive scenery of the Rossing Mountain and its Dolerite outcrops from close quarters. We stop at a former Aragonite-mine where green marble had been mined and study some calcium druses. Afterwards we visit a former rose quartz mine as well as a rock outcrop where aragonite, manganese rock and red jasper can be seen. Plant growth on the mountain like the Common Candle bush, Euphorbia virosa and a variety of Lichen are also of great interest.

What's Included

Clients have a choice between mineral water, Coca Cola and Fruit Juices.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up our clients at their place of accommodation in Swakopmund, Namibia.

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Meeting point

In front of the Strand Hotel.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Depart from Swakopmund and travel north in the direction of the Rossing Mountain. En route experience the harsh and rugged landscape of the Namib Desert which is considered to be the oldest desert of the world. Your guide will explain the origin and geological and climatic conditions of this coastal desert. As we proceed further we leave every trace of civilisation behind and find ourselves surrounded by the rugged and rocky scenery of the Namib Desert.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Experience the impressive scenery of the Rossing Mountain and its Dolerite outcrops from close quarters. Stop at a former Aragonite-mine where green marble used to be mined. Your guide will explain the origin and characteristics of the minerals that occur on this tour. Study some calcium druses (crusts of crystals lining rock-cavities) which occur at the mine. Afterwards proceed to a rose quartz mine as well as a rock outcrop where aragonite, manganese (dendrite) rock and red jasper can be seen. Plant growth on the mountain like Common Candle Bush, Euphorbia virosa and a variety of endemic Lichen are also of great interest.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Kallisto Tours & Services

Tags

Half-day Tours
4WD Tours
Small Group
Adventure Tours
Zombie
Zombie Slice
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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