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Tsau //Khaeb (Sperrgebiet) National Park

Namibia's forbidden diamond territory, now open as a national park protecting pristine desert coastline.

Best Time:March to November
Recommended Stay:2-4 days
Vehicle:4x4 essential

Overview

About This Park

The Sperrgebiet was closed to the public for over a century due to diamond mining. Now proclaimed as Tsau //Khaeb National Park, it protects pristine landscapes.

Heritage

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Closed since 1908 when diamonds were discovered, the century of isolation created one of Africa's best-preserved ecosystems.

Highlights

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  • Over a century of isolation preserved pristine ecosystems
  • Extraordinary endemic succulent diversity
  • Ghost towns from the diamond era
  • Pristine wild Atlantic coastline

Our Perspective

The Grow Namibia View

Tsau //Khaeb is proof that sometimes the best conservation is simply leaving a place alone.

Practical

Visitor Information

Gate Hours

By arrangement – By arrangement

Road Conditions

Remote, rough tracks. 4x4 essential.

Facilities

Very limited - self-sufficient travel essential

Accessibility

Difficult - guided access only

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