Erongo
Brandberg Mountain National Heritage Site
A granite massif and a landscape of rock art. Namibia’s highest mountain is also a protected cultural place.
Geological site
Petrified Forest National Heritage Site
Kunene
Fossilised tree trunks form a geological heritage site near Khorixas. The remains tell a story of ancient landscapes rather than a living forest.
Plan your visitWhat makes it special
Khorixas
The official tourism directory identifies the site near Khorixas and provides a National Heritage Council visitor contact.
- Responsible organisation
- National Heritage Council of Namibia
Plan your visit
Access & arrangements
Check visitor arrangements directly with the heritage site. The council’s contact is an institutional contact, not a tour operator.
Opening hours
Confirm opening hours with the site before travelling.
Admission & permits
Request the current admission and permit conditions from the manager.
Information checked on 31 October 2026
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Sources & image credits
Information checked on 31 October 2026
T Robertson · Atlas of Namibia (2022) · CC BY 4.0
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Sossusvlei · Hardap
Hidden Vlei
A dry clay pan in the Sossusvlei area, within the Namib-Naukluft landscape. It is a distinct place and should not be confused with Deadvlei.