One of the largest canyons in the world, in Namibia's deep south.
The Fish River Canyon is around 160 kilometres long and up to 550 metres deep, and it is often described as the second largest canyon in the world. From the viewpoints on the eastern rim near Hobas, the river winds far below through layers of rock, some of them more than a billion years old.
The canyon is at its best at sunrise or sunset from the main viewpoint, and lodges near the rim offer drives and walks. The famous five-day hike along the canyon floor is only open in the cooler months, from May to mid-September.
Sample itineraries with the Fish River Canyon. Each one is a starting point that we reshape around your dates and pace.
Camps and lodges we use in the Fish River Canyon. We will suggest the right one for your route and style.
Towering red dunes around a white clay pan deep in the Namib Desert.
A white clay pan of dead camel thorn trees ringed by giant red dunes.
The most photographed dune in the Namib, and a classic sunrise climb.
One of the tallest dunes in the Sossusvlei area, with Deadvlei at its foot.
A narrow gorge carved by the Tsauchab River, at the gateway to Sossusvlei.
One of Africa's largest private reserves, with dunes, mountains and dark skies.
Tell us your dates, who is coming and what you would like to see. A safari specialist in Namibia replies personally with a route to react to.
Every Secret Namibia safari begins with a private Safari Concierge consultation. We set aside 30 minutes; most travellers have everything they need in 5 to 10.
