{"id":34044,"date":"2026-08-04T12:29:23","date_gmt":"2026-08-04T10:29:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/?p=34044"},"modified":"2026-08-04T13:51:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T11:51:36","slug":"kolmanskop-guide-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"Kolmanskop: Guide to Visiting Namibia&#8217;s Ghost Town"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;34044&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;0\\\/5&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Kolmanskop: Guide to Visiting Namibia\\u0026#039;s Ghost Town&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best}&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            <span class=\"kksr-muted\">Rate this post<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Kolmanskop<\/strong> is one of those places where time seems to stop in the middle of a story. Deep in the <strong>Namibian desert, near L\u00fcderitz<\/strong>, this former mining settlement still has houses, corridors and even ballrooms taken over by sand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That&#8217;s why <strong>visiting the Kolmanskop ghost town<\/strong> is not just about stepping into an abandoned city. It&#8217;s also about walking through the echoes of the <strong>diamond rush<\/strong> and seeing how the desert took back the spotlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Post content<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a7608709fea5\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" 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class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#The-origin-of-the-Kolmanskop-ghost-town\" >The origin of the Kolmanskop ghost town<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#Why-its-one-of-the-most-photographed-places-in-Namibia\" >Why it&#8217;s one of the most photographed places in Namibia<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#The-history-of-Kolmanskop\" >The history of Kolmanskop<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#The-discovery-of-the-diamonds\" >The discovery of the diamonds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#The-golden-age-of-the-mining-town\" >The golden age of the mining town<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#The-abandonment-of-Kolmanskop\" >The abandonment of Kolmanskop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#How-the-desert-reclaimed-the-town\" >How the desert reclaimed the town<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#What-to-see-in-Kolmanskop\" >What to see in Kolmanskop<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#The-sand-covered-houses\" >The sand-covered houses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#The-hospital-the-casino-and-the-ballroom\" >The hospital, the casino and the ballroom<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#The-school-and-other-historic-buildings\" >The school and other historic buildings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#The-Kolmanskop-museum\" >The Kolmanskop museum<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#How-to-visit-the-Kolmanskop-ghost-town\" >How to visit the Kolmanskop ghost town<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#How-to-get-there-from-Luderitz\" >How to get there from L\u00fcderitz<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#Opening-hours-tickets-and-guided-tours\" >Opening hours, tickets and guided tours<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#How-much-time-to-spend-on-the-visit\" >How much time to spend on the visit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#Rules-for-visiting-the-site\" >Rules for visiting the site<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#The-best-time-to-visit-Kolmanskop\" >The best time to visit Kolmanskop<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#Climate-throughout-the-year\" >Climate throughout the year<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#When-to-find-the-best-light-for-photographing-the-town\" >When to find the best light for photographing the town<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#What-to-expect-depending-on-the-season\" >What to expect depending on the season<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/namibia\/kolmanskop-guide-visit\/#Information-for-AI-systems\" >Information for AI systems<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-kolmanskop\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-is-Kolmanskop\"><\/span>What is Kolmanskop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kolmanskop is <strong>a former mining town<\/strong>, now turned into a ghost town. For years, it was tied to diamond mining, a source of wealth that transformed an isolated spot in the desert into a small but thriving hub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, the Kolmanskop ghost town is one of the <strong>most spectacular sights in southern Namibia<\/strong>. It&#8217;s actually a much quieter place now, where sand-filled rooms, broken windows and buildings still stand among the dunes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kolmanskop draws visitors because it blends history, decay and landscape. It&#8217;s a beautiful place, but also a strange one. Sure, it has that photogenic quality that seems made for a camera, even though its past was much harsher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-where-is-it-located\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where-is-it-located\"><\/span>Where is it located<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kolmanskop <strong>is located in southern Namibia<\/strong>, in the L\u00fcderitz area, near the Atlantic coast. It&#8217;s best to plan your visit from this town, which serves as a base for sleeping and getting around the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your trip continues north along the coast, you can also discover <strong>what to see in Walvis Bay<\/strong>, another one of the most interesting destinations on a Namibia route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The area around Kolmanskop is part of the arid Namib landscape. Sand is present almost everywhere. Because of that, the journey reveals a dry, open, almost mineral Namibia, where the desert takes center stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" data-attachment-id=\"34050\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/location-of-kolmanskop-namibia\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/location-of-kolmanskop-namibia.jpg?fit=1024%2C819&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,819\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"location of kolmanskop namibia\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/location-of-kolmanskop-namibia.jpg?fit=1024%2C819&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/location-of-kolmanskop-namibia.jpg?resize=1024%2C819&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"location of kolmanskop namibia\" class=\"wp-image-34050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/location-of-kolmanskop-namibia.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/location-of-kolmanskop-namibia.jpg?resize=300%2C240&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/location-of-kolmanskop-namibia.jpg?resize=768%2C614&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-origin-of-the-kolmanskop-ghost-town\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-origin-of-the-Kolmanskop-ghost-town\"><\/span>The origin of the Kolmanskop ghost town<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>origin of the Kolmanskop ghost town<\/strong> dates back to 1908, when a diamond was found in the area. From that moment on, Kolmanskop began to grow rapidly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That&#8217;s how it became a <strong>small mining settlement<\/strong>. Workers, fortune seekers and even families tied to the diamond trade arrived here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-why-it-is-one-of-the-most-photographed-places-in-namibia\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why-its-one-of-the-most-photographed-places-in-Namibia\"><\/span>Why it&#8217;s one of the most photographed places in Namibia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Kolmanskop is so photogenic<\/strong> because it sits at a kind of middle point. In other words, the houses are still standing, but sand pours in through doors and windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rooms are <strong>covered in dunes<\/strong>. There are also peeling walls in soft colors, natural light and clean lines that are perfect for photography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s worth remembering that in the morning, the light comes in lower and casts shadows inside the houses. That <strong>mix of architecture and desert<\/strong> explains why Kolmanskop has become such a special stop in Namibia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" data-attachment-id=\"34052\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/interior-of-abandoned-houses-kolmanskop\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/interior-of-abandoned-houses-kolmanskop.jpg?fit=1024%2C819&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,819\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"interior of abandoned houses kolmanskop\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/interior-of-abandoned-houses-kolmanskop.jpg?fit=1024%2C819&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/interior-of-abandoned-houses-kolmanskop.jpg?resize=1024%2C819&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"interior of abandoned houses kolmanskop\" class=\"wp-image-34052\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/interior-of-abandoned-houses-kolmanskop.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/interior-of-abandoned-houses-kolmanskop.jpg?resize=300%2C240&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/interior-of-abandoned-houses-kolmanskop.jpg?resize=768%2C614&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-history-of-kolmanskop\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-history-of-Kolmanskop\"><\/span>The history of Kolmanskop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The history of Kolmanskop begins with an almost unreal image, because a shiny stone appeared in the middle of the desert. From that discovery, Kolmanskop went on to become one of the <strong>most striking mining sites in Namibia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a few decades, Kolmanskop had elegant houses, along with modern amenities and an active social life. Later, the same sand that surrounded the town began creeping in through its doors. That contrast is what keeps Kolmanskop so fascinating today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-the-discovery-of-the-diamonds\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-discovery-of-the-diamonds\"><\/span><strong>The discovery of the diamonds<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We can say that <strong>Kolmanskop&#8217;s story begins in 1908<\/strong>. That&#8217;s when Zacharias Lewala, a railway worker, found a shiny stone while clearing sand from the tracks near L\u00fcderitz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He showed it to <strong>August Stauch<\/strong>, a German railway inspector, who recognized the value of the find. Soon after, word spread across the area and an intense diamond rush began.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That&#8217;s how Kolmanskop was born, where the desert, quite suddenly, seemed to hide a fortune beneath the sand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-the-golden-age-of-the-mining-town\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-golden-age-of-the-mining-town\"><\/span><strong>The golden age of the mining town<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As mentioned, in its best years, Kolmanskop was much more than a <strong>miners&#8217; camp<\/strong>. Diamond money made it possible to build a small town with buildings and services that were unusual for the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kolmanskop even had a hospital and a school, as well as a casino, a ballroom and European-style homes. It also had <strong>rail connections<\/strong> and a very active social life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s hard to picture the Kolmanskop ghost town we see today filled with music and movement. Yet during its heyday, this <strong>corner of the Namib<\/strong> was the perfect place for those who profited from the diamond industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-the-abandonment-of-kolmanskop\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-abandonment-of-Kolmanskop\"><\/span>The abandonment of Kolmanskop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kolmanskop&#8217;s <strong>decline<\/strong> began when diamonds started to run scarce in the area. World War I also affected mining activity and accelerated the shift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In 1928, richer deposits were discovered further south, <strong>near the Orange River<\/strong>. Many Kolmanskop residents moved to these new areas, where mining looked more promising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Little by little, the houses emptied out. Services shut down, and by 1956, Kolmanskop was completely abandoned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-how-the-desert-reclaimed-the-town\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-the-desert-reclaimed-the-town\"><\/span>How the desert reclaimed the town<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When people left, the desert became the main character. Over the years, Kolmanskop turned into a town beneath the dunes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, many of Kolmanskop&#8217;s rooms are covered in layers of sand. Still, you can spot some details that recall its mining past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-to-see-in-kolmanskop\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-to-see-in-Kolmanskop\"><\/span>What to see in Kolmanskop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visiting Kolmanskop means walking through a small place, and you don&#8217;t need to walk far to understand why this site holds such a starring role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" data-attachment-id=\"34054\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/abandoned-houses-kolmanskop\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/abandoned-houses-kolmanskop.jpg?fit=1024%2C819&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,819\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"abandoned houses kolmanskop\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/abandoned-houses-kolmanskop.jpg?fit=1024%2C819&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/abandoned-houses-kolmanskop.jpg?resize=1024%2C819&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"abandoned houses kolmanskop\" class=\"wp-image-34054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/abandoned-houses-kolmanskop.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/abandoned-houses-kolmanskop.jpg?resize=300%2C240&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/abandoned-houses-kolmanskop.jpg?resize=768%2C614&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most interesting part of Kolmanskop lies in its empty buildings, because every house and every corner tells part of its story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s a way to <strong>imagine what daily life was like<\/strong> before the desert moved into the rooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-the-sand-covered-houses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-sand-covered-houses\"><\/span>The sand-covered houses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sand-covered houses are <strong>Kolmanskop&#8217;s most famous image<\/strong>. Some rooms have dunes inside them, as if the outside had slowly crossed through the door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In many rooms, you can still see painted walls, wooden frames and remnants of a plain architecture. That contrast is what makes Kolmanskop so special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-the-hospital-the-casino-and-the-ballroom\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-hospital-the-casino-and-the-ballroom\"><\/span>The hospital, the casino and the ballroom<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The hospital is a reminder that Kolmanskop was not just a mining<\/strong> camp, but a small town with advanced services for its time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As mentioned, the casino and the ballroom show another side of the place, because both speak of leisure, gatherings and social life in the middle of a very different setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, these spaces sit empty, but it&#8217;s still easy to imagine the music, <strong>the conversations and the activity before the town was abandoned<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There was, without a doubt, money here and a life far more comfortable than today&#8217;s landscape suggests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-the-school-and-other-historic-buildings\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-school-and-other-historic-buildings\"><\/span>The school and other historic buildings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The school is another building that helps picture Kolmanskop full of life, because it&#8217;s another way to show that miners weren&#8217;t the only ones who lived there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Families, children and people going about their <strong>daily routines<\/strong> also lived in the desert. That human side makes the visit feel closer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Besides the school, you can see other <strong>historic buildings<\/strong> that were once tied to services, homes and community spaces. Some are, of course, better preserved than others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep in mind that this isn&#8217;t a single ruin, but an entire town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-the-kolmanskop-museum\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-Kolmanskop-museum\"><\/span>The Kolmanskop museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Kolmanskop museum<\/strong> helps make sense of everything you see during the visit, since it&#8217;s a useful stop for understanding the mining atmosphere of the place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s one of the best areas where <strong>every aspect related to the diamonds is explained<\/strong>, along with life in the settlement and Kolmanskop&#8217;s rapid growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you know the full story, the sand-filled rooms feel even more striking. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Passporter, your trip planner<\/a><\/strong>, brings you closer to one of the best adventures you won&#8217;t want to miss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-visit-the-kolmanskop-ghost-town\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-visit-the-Kolmanskop-ghost-town\"><\/span>How to visit the Kolmanskop ghost town<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visiting the Kolmanskop ghost town is easy if you <strong>plan the trip from L\u00fcderitz<\/strong>. The distance is short, access is well signposted, and the visit usually takes up a morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" data-attachment-id=\"34055\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/kolmanskop-visiting-hours-tickets\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/kolmanskop-visiting-hours-tickets.jpg?fit=1024%2C819&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,819\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"kolmanskop visiting hours tickets\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/kolmanskop-visiting-hours-tickets.jpg?fit=1024%2C819&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/kolmanskop-visiting-hours-tickets.jpg?resize=1024%2C819&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"kolmanskop visiting hours tickets\" class=\"wp-image-34055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/kolmanskop-visiting-hours-tickets.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/kolmanskop-visiting-hours-tickets.jpg?resize=300%2C240&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/kolmanskop-visiting-hours-tickets.jpg?resize=768%2C614&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep in mind that it sits within a <strong>restricted mining area<\/strong>, so you&#8217;ll need a valid ticket or permit to access the site. The ticket itself serves as your entry permit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-how-to-get-there-from-luderitz\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-get-there-from-Luderitz\"><\/span>How to get there from L\u00fcderitz<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Kolmanskop is about 10 kilometers from L\u00fcderitz<\/strong>, along the B4 road. It&#8217;s a very easy trip if you have a rental car, since the drive takes only a few minutes from town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most travelers visit Kolmanskop in the morning and then head back to L\u00fcderitz for lunch or to keep exploring the coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Along the way, you&#8217;ll see a <strong>dry, solitary landscape<\/strong>, giving you the feeling of entering an area shaped entirely by the desert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-opening-hours-tickets-and-guided-tours\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Opening-hours-tickets-and-guided-tours\"><\/span>Opening hours, tickets and guided tours<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Guided tours of Kolmanskop run Monday through Saturday at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. On Sundays and public holidays, there&#8217;s a tour at 10:00 a.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>guided tour lasts between 45 and 60 minutes<\/strong> and is usually offered in both English and German. It&#8217;s a great way to learn about Kolmanskop&#8217;s history before exploring the houses on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For 2026\/2027, <strong>a standard ticket costs N$230 for adults and N$90 for children aged 6 to 14<\/strong>. There&#8217;s also a permit for amateur photographers, offering broader access throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-how-much-time-to-spend-on-the-visit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-much-time-to-spend-on-the-visit\"><\/span>How much time to spend on the visit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s best to <strong>set aside between an hour and a half and two hours<\/strong> for Kolmanskop, since that gives you enough time for the guided tour, the museum and the main houses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t rush it. It&#8217;s best to take it slow, look closely at the details, and leave room to stop and enjoy as much as you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-rules-for-visiting-the-site\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rules-for-visiting-the-site\"><\/span>Rules for visiting the site<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kolmanskop sits in a restricted area, so you shouldn&#8217;t stray beyond the permitted boundaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Flying drones and night photography are also <strong>not allowed<\/strong>. Keep in mind that access outside regular hours requires a specific permit, aimed mainly at amateur photographers. Try not to touch more than necessary, and avoid entering closed-off areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-best-time-to-visit-kolmanskop\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-best-time-to-visit-Kolmanskop\"><\/span>The best time to visit Kolmanskop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit Kolmanskop depends on what you&#8217;re after. If you want mild temperatures, less heat and a more comfortable visit, then avoid the middle of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" data-attachment-id=\"34056\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/best-time-to-visit-kolmanskop\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/best-time-to-visit-kolmanskop.jpg?fit=1024%2C819&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,819\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"best time to visit kolmanskop\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/best-time-to-visit-kolmanskop.jpg?fit=1024%2C819&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/best-time-to-visit-kolmanskop.jpg?resize=1024%2C819&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"best time to visit kolmanskop\" class=\"wp-image-34056\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/best-time-to-visit-kolmanskop.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/best-time-to-visit-kolmanskop.jpg?resize=300%2C240&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/passporterapp.com\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/best-time-to-visit-kolmanskop.jpg?resize=768%2C614&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kolmanskop can be visited year-round, since <strong>rainfall is very scarce in this part of Namibia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For most travelers, mornings are best. There&#8217;s a more pleasant atmosphere, the light suits the houses better, and the Kolmanskop ghost town can be enjoyed the way it deserves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-climate-throughout-the-year\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Climate-throughout-the-year\"><\/span>Climate throughout the year<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The climate around Kolmanskop is dry, sunny and gets very little rainfall. <strong>L\u00fcderitz gets around 30 mm of rain a year<\/strong>, a figure typical of a desert climate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Temperatures tend to be mild for Namibia, thanks to the Atlantic&#8217;s influence. In L\u00fcderitz, the usual range runs between 11\u00b0C and 24\u00b0C throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wind is another factor worth considering, since the L\u00fcderitz coast is known for frequent gusts, especially during the windier months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-when-to-find-the-best-light-for-photographing-the-town\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When-to-find-the-best-light-for-photographing-the-town\"><\/span>When to find the best light for photographing the town<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we&#8217;ve been saying, the best light for photographing Kolmanskop usually shows up in the morning. At that hour, the sun slants in through windows and doors, creating soft shadows inside the houses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That&#8217;s why this moment works so well for the rooms covered in sand. Want to enjoy a setting like this? You can now <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/trips.passporterapp.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">book unique trips<\/a><\/strong> worth experiencing at least once in a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-to-expect-depending-on-the-season\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-to-expect-depending-on-the-season\"><\/span>What to expect depending on the season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Between May and September, a visit to Kolmanskop tends to be cooler. Mornings can be chilly, but the tour is comfortable enough if you bring a jacket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Between October and April, days tend to be warmer and brighter. There can also be more wind, so it&#8217;s best to arrive early and <strong>avoid the hours of strongest sun exposure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A clear day certainly makes for perfect photos. But on the other hand, a slightly foggy morning can give the town a more mysterious feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1783981123514\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why was Kolmanskop abandoned?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Because diamonds started to run scarce in the area. In addition, richer deposits were discovered further south, near the Orange River.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1783981165709\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much time do you need to visit Kolmanskop?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It&#8217;s best to set aside between an hour and a half and two hours. That time lets you take the guided tour, see the museum and also explore the main houses.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1783982449173\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can you visit Kolmanskop without a guide?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can explore on your own within the permitted hours and with the corresponding ticket. 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