Fish River Canyon is the second largest canyon in the world and a highlight of riding in Namibia. The canyon is part of the Ai Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park and is the largest canyon in Africa, second in the world only to the Grand Canyon in the States.

The Fish River Canyon is 160 kms long and stretches south from Seeheim down to the Orange river which forms the border between Namibia and South Africa. The main access road is the C12 which runs west from the B1 road near Grünau (between Keetmanshoop and the border with South Africa) and connects with the C37 towards the Fish River Canyon access road to the main viewpoint. The C12 also runs south from the B4 road between Keetmanshoop and Lüderitz. A 10km drive from Hobas gate takes you to the main viewpoint. Usually, the main access roads are in a good conditions and well maintained. The last section to the main viewpoint is of a lower quality though.

Are there any accommodation or camping options along the way?
Accommodation in the form of hotels and huts can be found in the towns around Fish River Canyon. There are also campsites in Hobas (situated at the gate – (max 8 persons @ N$100-850), Aussenkehr, Ai Ais, Canyon Roadhouse and at the Naute Dam where visitors can stay overnight. Wild camping is also an option if it is not too hot.

What is the best time of year to travel the route?
The best time to visit Fish River Canyon is during the cooler winter months from May to October. It can be extremely hot here in summer and extra care must be taken if you are planning you ride here then.

Fuel
Fuel is available in the nearby towns of Keetmanshoop, Karas, Helmeringhausen, Noordoewer, Rosh Pinah, Ai-Ais, Aus and Lüderitz.

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