About the hike

Namibia’s Fish River Canyon — 27km wide and 160km long — is the secondlargest in the world (after the Grand Canyon, US).

To access the 85km hike, you must book through Namibia Wildlife Resorts. Only 30 people per day are allowed to start the trail and hiking is only allowed between May and September (it’s too hot the rest of the year).

It starts at the view site at Hobas and finishes at the Ai-Ais resort. The cost is about R400, including the park access fee.

There are no accommodations during the hike. Either carry a tent or sleep under the stars.

Call 021 422 3761 or see nwr.com.na.

Picture: simplediscoveries.com JUST GRAND The Fish River Canyon hiking trail is about 85km of guts and glory.