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Luderitz
Luderitz
Luderitz
Luderitz
Luderitz
Luderitz
Luderitz
Luderitz

initially named Angra Pequena

boat trips to Halifax Island

African penguins

the abandoned mining town of Kolmanskop.

The views are definitely worth stopping to savour.

The historic Goerke House, an interesting museum.

sundowners at the old jetty

a pleasant town to stroll round.

Luderitz

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Luderitz is a quiet coastal town, miles from anywhere, with some unique attractions.
It was one of the first spots in Namibia where Europeans built permanent homes.
Much of its historic architecture is well-preserved,
making it a pleasant town to stroll round.
The historic Goerke House, now an interesting  museum.
Boat trips are available to see the harbour and a colony of African penguins on nearby islands.
Inland is the abandoned mining town of Kolmanskop.
The views are definitely worth stopping to savour.
Haus Sandrose works as a good base to do one of the coastal excursions from Luderitz.
Haus Sandrose works as a good base to do one of the coastal excursions from Luderitz.
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Luderitz is a quiet coastal town, miles from anywhere, with some unique attractions.
Luderitz is a quiet coastal town, miles from anywhere, with some unique attractions.
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It was one of the first spots in Namibia where Europeans built permanent homes.
It was one of the first spots in Namibia where Europeans built permanent homes.
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Much of its historic architecture is well-preserved,
Much of its historic architecture is well-preserved,
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making it a pleasant town to stroll round.
making it a pleasant town to stroll round.
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The historic Goerke House, now an interesting  museum.
The historic Goerke House, now an interesting museum.
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Boat trips are available to see the harbour and a colony of African penguins on nearby islands.
Boat trips are available to see the harbour and a colony of African penguins on nearby islands.
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Inland is the abandoned mining town of Kolmanskop.
Inland is the abandoned mining town of Kolmanskop.
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The views are definitely worth stopping to savour.
The views are definitely worth stopping to savour.
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Haus Sandrose works as a good base to do one of the coastal excursions from Luderitz.
Haus Sandrose works as a good base to do one of the coastal excursions from Luderitz.
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Haus Sandrose works as a good base to do one of the coastal excursions from Luderitz.
Haus Sandrose works as a good base to do one of the coastal excursions from Luderitz.
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Trips visiting Lüderitz & Aus

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Quiver Tree Self-drive Safari

14 days • 7 locations
WINDHOEK AIRPORT TO WINDHOEK AIRPORT

An offbeat Namibian self-drive adventure exploring the epic Fish River Canyon and fascinating Kolmanskop ghost town in the south, before turning north via the classic highlights of Sossusvlei, Swakopmund and Damaraland.

US$2,260 - US$3,120 per person

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Where to stay in Lüderitz & Aus

Our suggestions for places to stay in Luderitz


Eagle's Nest

Eagle's Nest

The rustic chalets at Eagle's Nest on the Klein-Aus Vista reserve make a scenic base for hiking in the mountains, or just to enjoy the solitude.


95% (84 reviews)
Nest Hotel

Nest Hotel

With ocean views from all its rooms, the Nest Hotel is perfectly placed to appreciate the best of Lüderitz.


79% (62 reviews)
Desert Horse Inn

Desert Horse Inn

On the edge of the Namib Desert, the Desert Horse Inn makes a comfortable base for hiking, visiting Lüderitz, or seeking out the area's feral horses.


89% (49 reviews)
Island Cottage

Island Cottage

Island Cottage offers simple but comfortable self-catering apartments in an attractive if desolate location overlooking Lüderitz Harbour.


90% (6 reviews)
Haus Sandrose

Haus Sandrose

Haus Sandrose offers comfortable self-catering units in the heart of Lüderitz and a good base to explore the many attractions in and around the area.


87% (3 reviews)

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