Most Namibia safaris are done in the comfort of a 4×4 vehicle.
The roads are for the most part ungovernable without an off-road capable vehicle, but only those roads that are well outside of the urban towns and cities. So it makes sense to use a tough and rugged vehicle to get you to where you need to be. But if you are one of those sorts of travellers who likes to really get a feel for the place you are visiting, taking a trip on foot is probably high up on your list of travel requirements.
Namibia is home to all sorts of hiking trails. Some of the trails are quite easy to navigate while others pose a lot more of a challenge, and will also require a lot more time to cover.
It should be said that hiking in Namibia is not a conventional sort of safari experience and as such you are not likely to find such a holiday option on just any Namibia safari package you look at. If you want the focus of your Namibia safari to be on the hiking trails, you need to make sure that you book the most appropriate holiday package. If you can’t find one, you can always ask an agency to tailor a hiking tour for you.
To inspire your trekking adventure, here are 5 picturesque trails that you can consider booking.
Fish River Canyon
If you do any amount of research around hiking in Namibia, the Fish River Canyon trek is bound to pop up first. And for good reason, since this is an incredibly popular trail although it is one that will take it out of you if you are not ready to take on such a steep uphill journey. The good news is that the trail is split up into segments, so you can pick an option that will be short and easy.
Olive Trail
This trail starts out at the Naukluft Camp, and although it is just a 10km trek, it can take up to 5 hours to complete. The scenery that you will encounter will make each and every step you take worth it. The trail will take you quite high up, so it might not be the best option if you are a little fearful of heights.
Waterberg Plateau Park
While most of the Namibia trails will take you through the dry and dusty parts of the country, this trail is different because it is green and full of lush life. This trail looks out over the Kalahari and offers hikers the most beautiful panoramic views. The trail is easy for most to complete and it covers some 10km.
Tok Tokkie Trail
The arid and majestic Tok Tokkie Trail is found in the NamibRand Nature Reserve. It is one of the longer trails and will take 3 days and 2 nights to complete. The trail will take you through some of the most incredible landscapes and you can expect to see a wide variety of plants and wildlife along the way. Unlike many of the other trails, which can be a little bit more challenging, the Tok Tokkie Trail is family friendly.
Trans-Kalahari Walk
For the intrepid hiker who wants to push themselves, and who also wants to see the best of the countryside, this is the ideal trail to tackle. The trail takes a day and a half to do, and it will take you into the Kalahari where you will get to know the desert in a more personal way. The trail is available during the summer, but can be more comfortable during the spring or autumn months.
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