Overview
Pioneering new trails where none existed before, this is real adventure! From the great dune sea of the central Namib to the very edge of the Sperrgebiet (German for restricted area) National Park this ride covers some extraordinarily diverse desert terrain. Immense grassy plains, signature inselbergs (island mountains) and the rugged Mountain Biosphere Reserve of Tiras. Ending at Klein Aus Vista near the home of the Wild Horses of the Namib. This adventurous ride includes some of the most breathtaking desertscapes in the world.
Special attractions:
The iconic red dunes of the Namib
Pathless adventure into hugely contrasting desert terrain
Kolmanskop, the old diamond “Ghost Town” near Luderitz
The wild horses of the southern Namib
Riding pace:
20 – 60 km riding per day
All paces over uneven terrain
Not suitable for unfit nor inexperienced riders
Details
Windhoek to Windhoek: 11 days, 10 nights, 7 days riding. Excursion to Kolmanskop and the Wild Horses at Garub.
Itinerary
Day 1: You will be met at the Windhoek International Airport and transferred to your overnight accommodation. Meet the rest of your riding group for dinner where a representative will brief you about what to expect on your adventure.
Day 2: After breakfast a 4-hour commute to our lunch spot in the quaint town of Maltahoe, then a descent down the Zaris Pass to the Wolwedans Private Reserve – approximately 2,5 hours. Settle in and explore your surroundings, meeting your crew and horses before enjoying sundowners in the soft fading evening light with the spectacular Milky Way arching overhead.
Day 3: Today we set off into the wide expanse of one of the largest Nature Reserves in Southern Africa. Riding across vast plains of truly unspoiled countryside with exceptional panoramic views where sentinel inselbergs (island mountains) dot the desertscape. Herds of Oryx, Springbok and Zebra are a common sight. Tonight we overnight at Boulders Camp nestled amongst huge granite boulders adding to the spectacular desertscape stretching as far as the eye can see.
Day 4 - 9: Setting off across open country where good going allows some fast-paced riding. Lunch is enjoyed under a convenient tree or interesting spot with a good view. We reach our overnight camps in time to enjoy sundowners in the pastel light the Namib is known for, sleeping under the magnificent starry sky. Few places on earth afford so little light pollution and an incomparable view of the southern constellation. Our route may vary depending on weather conditions or other circumstances but be assured, every day will be memorable
Day 10: Today we set off for our excursions to the Wild Horses of the Namib and Kolmanskop, the old German diamond mining town and explore the coastal town of Luderitz. We end with our last memorable dinner together around the camp-fire.
Day 11: After breakfast and fond farewells the (about 7 hour) transfer to Windhoek departs arriving in the late afternoon (approximately 17:00). It is also possible to fly out from Luderitz (1 hour transfer) at an additional cost.
