A Self-Guided Tour of Namibia's Kolmanskop Ghost Town

Duration: 1 hour - 1 hour 30 minutes

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If you intend to visit Kolmanskuppe in person, you can get a free voucher to download the tour at the starting location, which is included in your entrance pass. Visitor’s entrance passes are sold online or at the gate.

Are you looking to unearth the captivating tale of Namibia's diamond legacy in the abandoned town of Kolmanskop at your own pace? Inhabited for under 50 years, this tour traces the rise and fall from the first diamond discovery to the town's desert reclamation. Hear from producer Ghost Town Tours CC, who has been managing the Kolmanskuppe facility since 2002.

On this tour, you will explore Millionaire’s Avenue, witness performances in the Entertainment Hall, and discover the architect’s and doctors’ homes. Delve into the challenges of survival in a harsh desert landscape, from sourcing drinking water to constructing a wine cellar under the hospital.

Get unlimited use of this tour before and after your booking date.

What's included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Smartphone and headphones
    • Transportation
    • Food and drink

    Additional information

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You must be 18 years or older, or be accompanied by an adult, to book.

    Operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    Kolmanskop Entrance, Kolmanskop
    Once you have purchased your access ticket at the Kolmanskop gate or online, you simply have to make your way to the big parking lot inside the premises. There, you will find the Kasino Building. Make your way up the stairs and through the entrance hall.
    End point
    Kolmanskop Entrance, Kolmanskop

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