Namib Desert Ride 8-18 October 2014

The Namib Desert Ride is without doubt our most challenging ride and is not for the faint-hearted.  The fittest riders undoubtedly find it easiest and all guests must be comfortable enough to spend long days in the saddle, be able to ride at all paces and still have the stamina to water, feed and groom their horses before thinking about themselves and a hot shower.  There are some stretches of the ride when we have to lead your horses over rocky ground.  For those who come physically prepared and are up for the challenge, this is one adventure that is undeniably the ride of a lifetime.
Special attractions:
World renowned red dunes of Sossusvlei
Hugely contrasting landshapes
Unrestricted riding across endless desert plains
Kuiseb Canyon (described by Henno Martin in his book “The Sheltering Desert” – an inspiring read before your trip through this impressively rugged area where they lived and somehow survived)

Since this is one of the toughest rides in the world a high degree of physical fitness is essential as well as extensive riding experience since we could spend several hours a day in the saddle.  We reserve the right to rest horses should rider’s fitness level not be adequate to support an independent seat.  A good sense of humour to get you through the tough times would be an added bonus! Please note that this is a desert so routes can change due to unpredictable weather and other unforeseen circumstances.

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