The immensity of this wilderness is emphasized by the presence of the mighty canyon of the Fish River. Second in size only to the Grand Canyon of America, Namibia's Fish River Canyon is one of the natural wonders of Africa. The canyon is 161 kilometer long, nearly 27 kilometers wide and up 549 meters deep. It is set in a sudden harsh, rocky plain scantily covered with drought- resistant vegetation. As everywhere in Namibia the birdlife is abundant but the rocky terrain has kept most of Namibia’s animals at bay. Still a beautiful place to be for anyone visiting Namibia.
Fish River Canyon 1012km from Kai-Oms, Outjo
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Namibia is a world on it's own and has many beautiful and world famous attractions and things to see. Travelling around Namibia can take some time because of the geographical diversity and the climatic conditions. We have listed a few of our favourite places below. Some of them are close to Outjo and well worth a visit and the others further away if you have the time. We also do guided tours to many of the places below so if you're interested please do not hesitate to speak to Deon, our resident tour guide.
Some amazing places to visit around Outjo and throughout Namibia
Etosha National Park 97km from Kai-Oms, Outjo
Etosha National Park covers an area of 22 270 sq kilometers it is one of the largest game parks in Africa. The pans cover an area of some 5 140 sq kilometers and the size the actual pan is 4 590 sq kilometers. There are four camps in the Park namely, Okaukuejo, Halali, Namutoni and the most recently built, Onkoshi. The facilities for visitors are superb with various types of accommodation to choose from. There are camping facilities with clean and well situated ablution and washing up facilities. No visit to Namibia would be complete without a trip to the amazing Etosha National Park.
The Spiktzkoppe 240km from Kai-Oms, Outjo
The Spitzkoppe is truly one of the most beautiful places in Namibia. Sunset and sunrise are something really worth seeing. The Spitzkoppe which is also referred to as Spitzkop, Groot Spitzkop, or the "Matterhorn ” is a group of bald granite peaks located between Usakos and Swakopmund in the Namib Desert . The granite is more than 700 million years old and the highest outcrop rises about 1784 meters above sea level. The peaks stand out dramatically from the flat surrounding plains. The highest peak is about 700m above the floor of the desert below.
Vingerklip or Rock Finger 89km from Kai-Oms, Outjo
About an hour, 80 kilometers, after leaving Outjo the road passes a turn off to the south towards a strange rock formation known as Vingerklip the Afrikaans word for "rock finger". The rock stands 35 meters into the air and has been worn into its distinctive shape by time and erosion. One could call it one on natures most dramatic balancing acts and when you actually walk around the base of the Rock Finger there is always that tiny incling of "I hope it's not going to fall over". A must see for all Namibia visitors and there is also an abundance of bridlife in the area.
Sossusvlei 597km from Kai-Oms, Outjo
Situated within the boundaries of the Namib Naukluft Park it is a beautiful sight and a must for anyone travelling in Namibia. The word 'Sossus' originated from the Bushman and the Nama’s and is thought to mean 'A gathering place of water'. During the, not very often, high rainfall seasons Sossusvlei may fill with water creating a beautiful sight visited my many people from all over the world. The 'vlei' is circular depression that fills up with water and is almost entirely surrounded by massive sand dunes which stretch all the way to the coast.
Kolmanskop - The Ghost Town 1134km from Kai-Oms, Outjo
The Namib Desert ghost towns of Kolmanskop and Elizabeth Bay are continuously battered by haunting winds and surrounded shifting sand. Frayed strands of electric wire and dry rusted water pipes hang from the wails of these derelict, empty houses. Dusty light bulbs hang on skeletal cords which swing two and fourth from the old cranky ceilings in the desert winds. Refrigerators, stoves and old broken appliances lean at crooked angles protruding from the sand piles which move about the old wooden floors the water taps have run dry. A must see if you're anywhere Luderitz.
