Experiences in Fish River Canyon

What to do in Fish River Canyon

As the second largest canyon in the world, the opportunities for hiking are endless, whether you enjoy an enthralling view from the top of the canyon or set out to explore its depths. Along the way, keep your eyes peeled for rare mountain zebra, klipspringer, oryx and kudu, as well as black eagles as they ride the thermal updrafts. If you have the chance, taking a dip in the Ai-Ais Hot Springs is a real treat!

Go on a hiking trail in Fish River Canyon

One of the most popular activities in Nambia is a five-day hike from Hobas to Ai-Ais through the Fish River Canyon. The magical 85km route, which follows the sandy riverbed past a series of ephemeral pools, is open from 15 April to 15 September, though you will have to book in advance.

Champagne sunset over Fish River Canyon

Take a full day's drive exploring the canyon, the many viewpoints and spectacular pools on the canyon floor, and end it off the old fashioned way - an epic sunset over the red dusty horizon, glass of champagne in hand.

Bath in Ai-Ais hot springs at Fish River Canyon

The hot springs at Ai-Ais are the perfect remedy after a long hike or dusty drive in the canyon, where you can relax in the thermal baths and heated swimming pool, which makes perfect sense as the name '/ai-/ais' means 'burning water' in the local Nama language.

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