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Fish River Canyon

Fish River Lodge

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About Fish River Lodge

A room with a view: on a canyon's vertical edge.
Follow a long, dusty road, cross rocky turf and climb a mountain to reach the dramatic Fish River Canyon and a welcome sight – the lodge on its very edge. Fish River Lodge is the only accommodation on the rim of the canyon, the second-largest in the world. Surrounded by Canyon National Park – 45,000 hectares of ancient kokerboom trees and 60 kilometres of river frontage – the lodge offers unbeatable views. It's easy to overdo the adjectives here as this is one of the planet's most amazing geological phenomena. Fine accommodation and good food complete your stay.
Fish River Canyon , Namibia
From $220 per person/per night
Safari
20 Rooms
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The property

Beyond the slightly barracks-like exterior, the main area is comfortably furnished with modern pieces combined with hand-crafted tables and accessories made by indigenous San and Nama communities. The seating area is dominated by the unique four-metre songololo (millipede) couch, the perfect place to relax and gaze at the view. Meals are fresh and creative; sundowners and candlelit dinners are served on the deck as the full moon rises. There's a curio shop, a pool, a library and convenient power points.

The rooms

Twenty spacious stone-walled chalets are strung along the canyon's rim, with enormous windows offering dramatic daytime views and, at night, the sky dense with stars. Each chalet has comfortable beds facing the canyon, an en-suite bathroom with double basins and shower, and an outdoor shower that overlooks a small rock garden and, again, those splendid views. Fancy sleeping beneath the stars? Outdoor sleeping areas are great for catching the breezes when the summer heat strikes.

Activities

Explore the canyon by safari vehicle or on foot. The lodge offers several overnight guided hikes of varying lengths, accompanied by a chef. Take a morning or afternoon game drive to enjoy the canyon scenery and sip champagne while watching the sun set. Record your memories on a photographic safari, or explore the area's archaeology and history by visiting sites with Stone Age tools and rock art. For a change of pace, head out on fat bikes and discover a rugged world of natural beauty. At day's end, soothe your aching muscles with a massage administered by a professional masseuse.
Plan your stay

How to book Fish River Lodge

How do I book Fish River Lodge?

Fish River Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Namibia trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Namibia trips featuring Fish River Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Namibia specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Fish River Lodge?

Stays at Fish River Lodge start from around $220 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Fish River Lodge

Namibia

Fish River Canyon

Hike across the chasms, admire the view and discover the history behind the geographical masterpiece.