Brandberg White Lady
White Lady
Namibia's most famous rock paintings, in a rock shelter in the Tsisab Gorge of the Brandberg, where the 'White Lady' figure and herds of antelope are vividly drawn.
The paintings were made by San people about 2,000 years ago, and the figure is actually a male shaman whose body was covered in white pigment. Visitors must set out from the parking area with a community guide and walk about 2.5 km along the Tsisab Gorge, which takes 40 to 60 minutes one way. The route passes boulders and dry riverbeds, and desert elephants may be encountered. Entry including the guide costs about N$150. The site is about 25 km from Uis, so bring plenty of drinking water.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Brandberg Mountain
- Doros Crater
- Burnt Mountain
- Messum Crater
- Organ Pipes
- Twyfelfontein Rock Engravings
- Damara Living Museum
- Huab & Aba-Huab River Desert Elephants