Mineral Tour from Swakopmund around the Rossing Mountain

This is a tour for clients interested in the geology of the Namib Desert. Clients will experience the impressive scenery of the Rossing Mountain and its Dolerite outcrops from close quarters. We stop at a former Aragonite-mine where green marble had been mined and study some calcium druses. Afterwards we visit a former rose quartz mine as well as a rock outcrop where aragonite, manganese rock and red jasper can be seen. Plant growth on the mountain like the Common Candle bush, Euphorbia virosa and a variety of Lichen are also of great interest.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Namib Desert, Namibia

Depart from Swakopmund and travel north in the direction of the Rossing Mountain. En route experience the harsh and rugged landscape of the Namib Desert which is considered to be the oldest desert of the world. Your guide will explain the origin and geological and climatic conditions of this coastal desert. As we proceed further we leave every trace of civilisation behind and find ourselves surrounded by the rugged and rocky scenery of the Namib Desert.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Namib Desert

Experience the impressive scenery of the Rossing Mountain and its Dolerite outcrops from close quarters. Stop at a former Aragonite-mine where green marble used to be mined. Your guide will explain the origin and characteristics of the minerals that occur on this tour. Study some calcium druses (crusts of crystals lining rock-cavities) which occur at the mine. Afterwards proceed to a rose quartz mine as well as a rock outcrop where aragonite, manganese (dendrite) rock and red jasper can be seen.
Plant growth on the mountain like Common Candle Bush, Euphorbia virosa and a variety of endemic Lichen are also of great interest.

Duration: 3 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 3 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: 09:00 AM
Duração: 4 Hours
Ponto de partida: Farmhouse Deli, On the Mole Swakopmund, Swakopmund, Namibia
Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up our clients at their place of accommodation in Swakopmund, Namibia.

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Bottled water - Clients have a choice between mineral water, Coca Cola and Fruit Juices.

Não Incluído

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