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Petrified Forest, Khorixas

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An accumulation of tree trunks over 250 million years old, Petrified Forest stands as a national monument in the center of an arid desert. Discovered in the 1940s, the fossilized tree trunks were probably carried to this spot by an extensive flood. It's illegal to carry off even the smallest bit of petrified wood from here, and tour guides must accompany all visitors. Using our world travel planner, Khorixas attractions like Petrified Forest can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.

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By Travelaround59

It is not something special but is interesting and important for understanding Namibia and the petrified trunks are absolutely outstanding. We just went briefly: got the story, saw and touched the...

It is not something special but is interesting and important for understanding Namibia and the petrified trunks are absolutely outstanding. We just went briefly: got the story, saw and touched the... more »
By Martyn P

The trees themselves were fascinating, but once you had seen one tree, you had seen them all. NA$250 was a bit steep for a visit that probably lasted no longer than 20 minutes. I hope the money goes..... more

The trees themselves were fascinating, but once you had seen one tree, you had seen them all. NA$250 was a bit steep for a visit that probably lasted no longer than 20 minutes. I hope the money goes..... more »
By ChrisL7970

Another Namibian heritage ripoff, overcharging tourists €15 each for a 5 minute visit. Avoid this stop, drive another 3km and there is a community run site that offers nice tours at half the price...

Another Namibian heritage ripoff, overcharging tourists €15 each for a 5 minute visit. Avoid this stop, drive another 3km and there is a community run site that offers nice tours at half the price... more »