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Diaz Point

Luderitz  >  Namibia

Observation point on the Atlantic Ocean where you can find the northernmost colony of penguins in the world.

Added* by Piero 85
Most recent update 1 марта 2022

Description

On his expeditions along the coast of Africa in search of a passage to the Indies, the Portuguese Bartolomeus Dias left a number of memorials behind. One of these, a crucifix, was erected on 25 July 1488 not far from present-day Lüderitz in Namibia on a spit of land now called Diaz Point. The area has easy access and gives the opportunity to see many species of seabirds, shorebirds and African Penguin.

Details

Access

Easy to reach from the city of Lüderitz. Follow the signs to the brackish areas where it is possible to make many sightings.

Terrain and Habitat

Dunes , Sea

Conditions

Rocky , Slippery

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Winter , Spring , Autumn

Best time to visit

Winter , Autumn , Spring

Route

Unpaved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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