Fish River Hike

3 Day Hiking Safari

Safari Description:

The Fish River Canyon is reputedly the second-largest in the world, at 161km long, and up to 27km, a canyon lies within a canyon and reaches down 550m in places. Marvel at the vast rock-strewn landscapes and experience peace and solitude. Fish River Canyon. Hiking in Namibia is always exceptional and you can choose from guided or self-guided trails

Safari Highlights:

Hiking in the Fish River Canyon

Main Attractions:

Namibia: Fish River

Map & Short Itinerary:

Camping

Camping on Trail

Map & Itinerary
Length 3 days
Safari Type Hiking Safari
Price From NAD 0
Countries Namibia
Accommodation Accommodation, Camping
Group Size Minimum 2 people
Single Supplement No
Please Note A variety of options from 3-6 days
Departures Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Comfort Level:

Accommodation Comfort2 Star
Camping Comfort1 Star

Detailed Itinerary:

There are a couple of good Fish River Canyon hikes available, from a fully–guided to a self–guided option. Both are on private concessions and land near the magnificent national park and vary in length – you can enjoy

2–6 Day Guided hike:

Your first night will be spent in a lovely lodge overlooking the splendour of the canyon and can choose from a 2–6day trip, how long you want to hike is up to you. You’ll only need to carry a small day pack each day and your guide will escort you down to the base of the canyon watching out for animals and appreciating the scale and changing geology in this extraordinary landscape explaining how the canyon was formed and making it come alive. A private chef will prepare your meals and bush dinners are served by the fire, sleep either under the stars or if you prefer in dome–style tents with stretcher beds. During the day hike along the river bed traversing rocks and thick dunes, crossing gorges and enjoying spectacular views whilst observing a variety of water birds from herons, fish eagles and goshawks. You’ll hike back to the lodge for a final night and in comfort.

3–5 Day Self–guided hike:

A 5day hike offering and incredible opportunity to explore and experience the stark beauty of the canyon. The first night is spent at Base Camp with introduction and thereafter each night is spent in huts, and your food and belongings transferred to each hut/cabin during the day ensuring you only need to carry a day pack. Days are spent following tributaries of the Lowen River the main artery flowing to the mighty Fish River and hikers traverse along the rim and descend into the canyon along the route taking in rocky cliff faces, gorges and sandy beds. This hike offers good value for money option whilst support is still offered. Note; with both of these hiking options, road or flight transfers can be added, alternatively, they can be incorporated into a self–drive or private–guided itinerary.

Hikers may also want to contact us to add the Etendeka Hike and Walking Trail to their Namibian Adventure.

How we rate our safaris

Namibia, Botswana and some other African destinations do not have a set star system that is familiar worldwide to many countries, however, as this is widely used, we have tried to replicate this format to give you an idea of the level of comfort during your safari. For example, a mobile camping tour in Namibia is given 1* and luxury accommodation increasing to 5*. Depending on your tour, there may be a bit of a mix of levels of comfort so please check if you are not sure.

1* or 1–2* Rated Safaris – Camping tours:

These are generally scheduled/small group or self–drive safaris (though a private–guided safari can also fall into this category if you wish to camp); the scheduled trips generally involve client participation where you may be expected to put up/take down your tent and assist with camp chores, dome tents and a ground mattress is supplied. For self–drive options this will often mean roof tents on the vehicle and all camping equipment. There may be the occasional night in simple accommodation but majority of nights are spent camping and most camp sites will have shared ablution facilities. If there is a good mix of both camping and accommodation, this may be rated at 1&2*. These are the most basic level of safaris offered and scheduled safari group sizes vary according to the trip and company – 1* tours are the most affordable option and geared for adventurous travellers who do not mind a bit of discomfort.

Accommodated Safaris

Standard/Mid–range safaris 2–3.5*

Standard accommodation style trips generally have no camping included (though on occasion with a specific activity such as a Delta or Serengeti excursion, or perhaps hiking, a couple of nights may be included). As a general rule this is not the case. With most small group/scheduled tours accommodation is generally 2/3* level – clean and affordable but generally without too many frills; rooms will have en–suite facilities, most will offer air con/fans in the rooms, swimming pools etc (not guaranteed), restaurant/bar facilities, though location can be a little further away from main place of interest this option offers excellent value for money for those seeking a bed each night! We try to indicate on each trip the level of comfort for the particular tour

Superior/Luxury Safaris 3.5–5*

A superior style of accommodation. Most lodges at this level will have air–conditioning or fans in the room though some accommodation establishments are technically “camps” as they may be partially build of canvas – these “camps” are permanent fixtures, generally built on a platform, and will have full and comfortable facilities – the occasional trip may have a more basic night or two involved depending on location to ensure clients can fully appreciate the region they are experiencing. Service is generally very good and most places (outside of towns/cities) will have just a few rooms/chalets. Tours in this bracket include very small group safaris (up to 8 clients), self–drive and private–guided options which are tailored to suit you. The luxury options offer a high standard of accommodation, facilities and service in the region with attention to detail – some “camps” /lodges will have private guides and vehicles, but all accommodation is the best available with personalized service and a quality or unique experience perhaps unavailable elsewhere or in a more moderate price bracket. Tours include fly–in safaris, self–drive and private–guided options.

Please note: this is a guideline only and each destination can vary – some areas in Southern Africa do not always have 5* accommodation (there are limited hotels outside of cities that have the same * grading accommodation) but will be best in the area, have limited volume of rooms and some of the best locations and experiences for clients that is outside of the normal “tourist/travel” route. This can include exclusive conservation regions and emphasis is place on clients having a unique experience rather than offering hairdresser type of facilities that may be found is hotels in cities in other countries. Please also remember that some of these locations can be remote so wifi may not always be available, nor a huge menu range.

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Opening Hours

Monday to Friday
08.00 – 17.00
Saturday
08.00 – 13.00
Sunday & Public Holidays
Closed

Address

7 Voigt St,  Windhoek