Tsau //Khaeb (Sperrgebiet) National Park
Wildlife & Animals
Namibia Parks
Anthony is a renowned Africa expert and author of many Lonely Planet guidebooks, including the 'Botswana & Namibia' guide.
Tsau //Khaeb National Park (formerly Sperrgebiet National Park) isn’t known for its wildlife, but lucky visitors might encounter a few species. There are small populations of gemsbok, springbok, grey rhebok, leopard, aardwolf, black-backed jackal, brown hyena and even cheetah. Some of the smaller creatures that might be encountered are the African wild cat, bat-eared fox and clawless otters.
Wildlife Highlights
Most of Tsau //Khaeb’s wildlife can be found offshore. Thirty five species of whales and dolphins have been recorded. Heaviside's dolphins, which occur in the region, are one of the rarest dolphin species in the world. There are two seal species in the park, the enormous southern elephant seal and the more common Cape fur seal.
Best Time for Wildlife Viewing
Tsau //Khaeb can be visited throughout the year, as wildlife viewing is hit-and -miss at any time. The cooler winter months, from May to October, offer the most pleasant conditions for a visit. It can rain at any time, but it never rains much.
