Fish River Canyon

South Namibia Travel Region
Namibia

As well as being the largest canyon in Africa, the Fish River Canyon is one of the largest in the world, ranked just behind the Grand Canyon in North America. This wonder begins south of Seeheim and stretches some 161km south to the point where the Fish river joins the Orange, northwest of Aussenkehr. The Fish river is seasonal, flowing only after heavy rains; most commonly, from January to April.

The 90km Fish River Canyon Hiking Trail, stretches from Hobas down to Ai-Ais, where weary hikers can soothe their aching muscles in the resort’s hot springs. The hike is open in the cooler months, from May to September. One of the best places to view the Canyon is from the viewpoint near Hobas Restcamp.

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ACCOMMODATION:
Ai-Ais resort offers hot-water pools, chalets rooms and camping.
Hobas Restcamp has a swimming pool, self-catering chalets and a recently-renovated camping terrain. (2017).
Canyon Roadhouse Lodge is another popular stop in this region; here, visitors can view a collection of vintage vehicles.

FUEL:
While availability isn’t guaranteed, diesel and petrol is generally available at Ai-Ais, But be prepared to pay cash should the card machine be offline.
The Hobas Restcamp doesn’t have a fuel stop.
Although the Canyon Roadhouse Lodge accept credit cards, the fuel stop on the premises only accepts cash payments.

ROAD INFO:
The last 10km of the access road, the C10, is badly corrugated and features a few sharp bends. Slow down and be on the lookout for oncoming vehicles cutting corners.

Shops & Services:
The Ais-Ais resort has a restaurant, bar, and small shop selling basic necessities. Hobas Restcamp also has a restaurant.
The Canyon Roadhouse Lodge offers good meals at their restaurant.

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