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Rim to River Hike

The guided route through harsh terrain descends steeply into the canyon via ‘jelly legs gorge’ and up again to the rim.  There are no demarcated tracks adding a sense of true adventure to the experience.  Whilst this hike requires significant levels of fitness – there is no need to carry heavy backpacks; a canvas bag with your personal belongings will be delivered each day to either Camp Eternity or Camp Edge where you will overnight.

You will pass intriguing desert-adapted quiver trees standing solitary against a fascinating 500 million year old geological fault. Or you might want to stop and watch a herd of the rare Hartman’s zebra as they disappear into a side canyon. On hot days you can cool off in permanent rock pools and swim between the rock faces while a Pied Kingfisher watches from a ledge above.

Camp Eternity and Camp Edge are as evocative as their names suggest. Carefully designed stone gabion shelters merge with the landscape. Meals are served under a trillion stars and when you retire to the comfort of your tent, nature’s elements – either harsh or heavenly – are close by and keep you company through the night.

The  Canyon Rim to River Hike includes:

  • An experienced guide for a minimum of 2 guests and a maximum of 8 guests per group
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner plus drinks on the trail
  • Night 1 at Fish River Lodge, Nights 2  and 3 at Camp Eternity and /or Camp Edge


The Rim to River Hike and the Canyon Day Hike can only be booked through res2@journeysnamibia.com or fishriver@journeysnamibia.com

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