THE NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDEN
Welcome to the National Botanic Garden of Namibia, a 12-hectare nature reserve in the heart of the City of Windhoek, where you can see and learn about Namibia’s fascinating plants.
Things to see and to do
A number of self-guided walking trails lead through the garden. The most common woody plants are labeled and bird and plant lists are available at Reception. The garden boasts one of the densest stands of the Windhoek Aloe (Aloe littoralis), the symbol of the city of Windhoek.
The quiver tree forest and bottle trees too are well worth a visit. They were planted here in the early 1970s and are of exceptional size and beauty. Early in the year, after good rains, you can admire some of our lilies flowering along the Lily Walk. Be sure to visit the Desert House, where some fascinating plants from the Namib Desert are displayed.
The garden also is home to a variety of mammals, birds, reptiles, and insects. Bring along your binoculars and field-guides and do some bird-watching or dassie-spotting.
* Mondays to Fridays, from 8:00 to 17:00
* Entrance is free
* Right of admission is reserved
* Children under 12 must be accompanied by an
adult
and... here are some photos from our trip.
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