Quiver Tree Forest, Natural monument near Keetmanshoop, Namibia
The forest contains 250 succulents of the Aloe dichotoma species reaching heights of nine meters with thick trunks and fork-shaped branches.
The area northeast of Keetmanshoop earned national monument status in 1955, preserving these natural formations that developed over 200 to 300 years.
The San people traditionally hollowed out the fibrous branches of these plants to create quivers for their hunting arrows, giving the forest its name.
The site opens daily from sunrise to sunset, with June and July offering the best conditions for viewing the yellow blossoms.
The trees grow on black rock formations that absorb heat and secure their shallow root systems, enabling survival in extreme conditions.
Location: Karas Region
GPS coordinates: -26.48001,18.23700
Latest update: May 26, 2025 09:34
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