Discover welwitschia in a moonlike landscape

On the Welwitschia Drive you immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Namib Desert and discover one of the oldest plants in the world: Welwitschia mirabilis. This ancient desert plant, which can live for over 1,000 years, defies the extreme conditions of the desert.

The route takes you through the so-called moon landscape, a bizarre, barren region created by erosion. The jagged rock formations and wide, dusty plains really do look like the surface of the moon and provide a unique backdrop. Along the way there are numerous viewpoints and interesting geological formations to discover that round off the experience.

To drive this self-drive route you need a permit, which you can obtain from the Ministry of Environment and Tourism office in Swakopmund (corner of Sam Nujoma Ave and Bismarck Street). The Welwitschia Drive is a self-drive route and takes around 3–4 hours.