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Hike along hidden rock pools amid barren desert scenery

Solitaire, NamibiaLoop · 12 km · 7:00 h · 675 m elevation gain

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Hike along hidden rock pools amid barren desert scenery
Sukkulente Pflanzen mit gelben Blüten vor weitem, trockenem Bergtal im warmen Spätnachmittagslicht.
Felsiger Canyon mit kleinen Wasserpools und dichten Grasbüscheln in grellem Sonnenlicht.
Affe klettert in sukkulenten Baum mit gelben Blüten vor Fels und blauem Himmel.
Kakteen am steinigen Pfad in einer trockenen Schlucht bei klarem Mittagslicht.
Safari-Fahrzeug am Rand einer trockenen, felsigen Berglandschaft unter klarem blauem Himmel.

Hike through Köcherbaum Gorge and discover a green oasis in the middle of the desert. Demanding, wild and full of contrasts.

What you can experience here

Experience a hike through breathtaking Köcherbaum Gorge, where barren desert landscapes meet an unexpectedly lush green oasis. Hidden among the rugged Naukluft mountains is a world of giant trees, green ferns and an astonishing diversity of wildlife and plants. The contrasts of this region make the gorge an absolute highlight for adventurers.

The circular route takes you across wide plains, through narrow passages and past natural rock pools. With a bit of luck you may encounter mountain zebras, Klipspringer or baboons, while birds circle above you. The hike requires sure-footedness and stamina, but the spectacular landscapes and closeness to nature make every step worthwhile.

Plan the tour for early morning and bring plenty of water, sun protection and provisions. At around 7 hours and 12 kilometres, this hike is demanding but unforgettable. If you want to shorten the ascent, you can reach the plateau with a 4×4 vehicle and plunge straight into the adventure of the descent. It is best to spend the night at the nearby guest farm Büllsport for an optimal start to your adventure. Otherwise, advance registration by phone with the guest farm is essential.

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Where you can book it

  • Köcherbaum Gorge trail – pure hiking

    from NAD 250

    Operator: BüllsPort Lodge & Farm

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    What others say about BüllsPort Lodge & Farm

    Nutzer loben BullsPort Lodge & Farm für die authentische Atmosphäre, herzliche Gastgeber und gut gepflegte Anlage. Die geführten Wanderungen und Offroad-Touren begeistern. Das Essen überzeugt durch Frische und Vielfalt. Einige empfinden die Preise als hoch, schätzen jedoch Service und Lage als ideal für Naturliebhaber.

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Categories

  • Hiking

Where you'll find it

Büllsport · BüllsPort Lodge & Farm, BüllsPort, Namibia

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Photo credits: Vanessa Hilleringmann

Köcherbaum Gorge trail – pure hiking

from NAD 250 · BüllsPort Lodge & Farm

Send an email