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Description
Quiver Tree Forest comprises about 250 specimens of Aloidendron dichotomum, a species that is also locally known as the quiver tree because the San people traditionally used its branches to make quivers. The forest has grown spontaneously. The tallest quiver trees are two to three centuries old. The forest was declared a national monument of Namibia in 1995. The Quiver Tree Forest holds tremendous ecological value within its native landscape. Bright yellow flowers bloom from June to July, when a huge variety of insects, birds, and mammals are drawn to the abundant nectar.
Details
Access
Quiver Tree Forest is located northeast of Keetmanshoop on the road to Koës, on the Gariganus farm. Press a P on the map for directions or coordinates. You can access the Quiver Tree Forest for a nice hike starting from the rest camp.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Scattered trees and bushes , DesertConditions
Hilly , Open landscapeCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
NoGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Summer , AutumnRoute
Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Near the forest, there is another tourist attraction, spectacular for its unique geology, the Giant's Playground, a vast pile of large dolerite rocks.