Riding in Great Namaqualand | Namibia

Fish River Canyon

Not suitable for beginner riders Not suitable for intermediate riders Suitable for experienced riders

These adventurous expedition rides were originally created by Waldi Fritzche. In 2010, the company was taken over by Sarah Jane Gullick (formerly of Equus Trails in South Africa and African Horseback ... more »

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Location:

In the Southern Namib close to the border of South Africa. Nearest airport is Windhoek.

Weather:

Dry arid climate, days are warm to hot. Winter nights can be near freezing in the Canyon.

The Riding

You should be a fit and experienced rider, competent at all paces.

The pace depends upon the terrain and temperatures but there are many long fast trots, canters and gallops. Rider weight limit of 85 kgs.... more »

Tracy van der Merwe
Namibian riding specialist

Tracy van der Merwe says: Very challenging ride, combining visiting the second biggest canyon in the world with the wild horses of the Southern Namib.

My top tip: Remember to take enough woolies for the desert nights.

call me on 01299 272 240

email tracy@inthesaddle.co.uk

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  • Suitable for experienced riders only
  • Open April/May/June and September
  • 11 nights / 9 days riding
  • 4- 8 hours riding per day
  • Price from £3,114 excluding flights
Detailed Prices

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Fish River Canyon Ride

16 Sep - 27 Sep 2010 Book

Fish River Canyon Ride

21 Apr - 01 May 2011 Book

Fish River Canyon Ride

08 May - 18 May 2011 Book

Fish River Canyon Ride

26 May - 31 May 2011 Book

Desert Horse

31 May - 05 Jun 2011 Book

Fish River Canyon Ride

07 Jul - 12 Jul 2011 Book

Fish River Canyon Ride

30 Jul - 04 Aug 2011 Book

Fish River Canyon Ride

26 Aug - 31 Aug 2011 Book

Fish River Canyon Ride

03 Sep - 08 Sep 2011 Book

Desert Horse

29 Sep - 04 Oct 2011 Book

Fish River Canyon Ride

08 Oct - 18 Oct 2011 Book

Fish River Canyon Ride

27 Oct - 01 Nov 2011 Book