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Southern Africa Guide
Southern Africa's icons, shaped into one itinerary: Greater Kruger, Victoria Falls, the Okavango Delta and Cape Town.
The basics
Why, when, and where.
WHY
Aus is a small settlement in the IIKaras Region of southern Namibia, located in the Aus Mountains above the plains of the Namib Desert and while it might not be as internationally renowned, it offers unique attractions and experiences.
One of the unique attractions near Aus is the the wild desert horses. Roaming freely between Aus and Lüderitz, these feral horses have adapted to the harsh desert environment.
Highlights
Kolmanskop Ghost Town
Prisinor of War Camp
First World War Graves
WHEN
The best time to visit Aus, depends on your preferences:
During the winter season, May to October, Its best for wildlife viewing, especially the wild desert horses, as they tend to flock to watering holes.
As this is the high season, more visitors are expected and higher prices.
From November to April you can expect lush and green landscapes, contrasting to the arid surroundings. Occasional rain showers, with some roads inaccessible can be expected with fewer tourists and generally lower accommodation prices.
WHERE
It lies on a railway line and the B4 national road, 230 km / 143 miles west of Keetmanshoop and about 125 km / 77 miles east of Lüderitz
Aus serves as the perfect stop-over for travellers journeying between the Fish River Canyon, Lüderitz, and the Sossusvlei dunes.
Imagery
Aus, in pictures.
Recent travellers
Word from people who have just been to Aus.
Quotes pulled directly from Trustpilot. Where we have specific reviews mentioning Aus, those come up first. Otherwise these are recent five-star notes from across the trips we have planned.
"Very easy booking process. The agent was patient with us as we asked our questions."
"It was a pleasure working with Pascal John. He was always available and very professional. He checked all the boxes with the Dream honeymoon I am planning for my son and they are so excited that this is happening without any stress and on such short notice. I would definitely recommend Safari.com."
"Easy to work with! Prompt responses and patient with itinerary changes. Highly recommend."
"Cearl is a wonderful, patient and educational advisor! She was very knowledgeable, always available and patient despite our planning process starting later than we had hoped. We are so excited to experience the plan that she developed..:)"
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