PG-NBR66/5210


Namibia  -  Swakopmund Ride

In a landscape of dunes and granite at the edge of the Namib desert lies the riding and guest farm. The large ranch area borders partially with the famous Namib-Naukluft Park and the dry river Swakoprivier. 
The landscape is diverse and includes high elevation mountain chains, desert valleys and high dunes as well as deep gorges and tidal lagoons. Far off the beaten track visitors get to know the true magic of the desert. The riding safaris vary and can be extended by farm stays and daily hacks. During the safaris you ride an average 25 miles per day with possible sightings of leopards, springboks, oryxantilopes, kudus, warthogs, zebras, baboons, and jackals. The ranch also offers drives through the semi desert with sightings of unusual rock formations and wildlife near watering holes. There is an exceptional level of comfort with nights spent on privately owned farms, inns and hotels. When far from civilization you stay in luxury tent camps with real beds, showers and washrooms.
The 6 day tours can be extended by adding extra days at the farm with daily rides or game safaris. You can put together your individual 6-15 days riding program with a minimum of 2 participants.
The farm has a swimming pool, 5 cozy guest rooms with private baths and a dining area - half open "Lapa" with a grass roof and a bar. 

PG-NBR6
Included: Accommodations at the lodge and luxury safari camp, all meals, 5 riding days
6 days/ 5 nights  $ 1,095 
non riders $ 95 per day
-- based on € 895 / € 75
2004 Dates: 
All Year - any time with minimum of 2 
riders starting on Monday
Meeting: near Swakopmund - 40 miles south of Usakos
Airport: Windhoek
Transfer: $245 (€ 204) per car load return - best to rent a car 
Level:  Novice to Strong Intermediate-20 miles per day 
Tack: English trekking 
Horses:  Hanoverans, Arabians, Trakkhener
Pace: Moderate with trots and canters

Note: a number of different 6 day safari rides can be combined with extra days at the lodge - you can make up your own itinerary from 6 to 14 days; November to February is quite hot and rides have to be limited to early morning and late afternoon hours.

Tour 1
A 4 day ride through our contrasting farm land with a stop over at Tsaobis Leopard Park.
Tour 2
A 4 day ride to farm Davetsaub - a stud farm where Hanoverians are bred using imported stallions from Germany.
Tour 3
A 4 day ride from our guest farm through the Khan river and down to Swakopmund. This quaint town lies on the shores of the west coast of Namibia.

Itinerary Tour 1:

DAY 1
On arrival in Windhoek, we will be waiting to meet you. After 3 hour drive you will arrive at our guest farm, there you will be introduced to your mount and will be able to relax at the swimming pool or at the bar under our spacious lapa.

DAY 2
Your journey on horse back begins, taking you through our private nature reserve, past mountains, over plains and through incredible canyons with sheer rock walls, towards our second guest house Horebis located in the Swakop river. There, awaiting your arrival will be a tall cool drink, home cooked meal and comfortable accommodation.

DAY 3
12km of unrestricted territory leads you along the Swakop River, under high Anna trees past the Rooi Kuiseb, a tributary of the Swakop River. Travelling along the Swakop, you will be enchanted by the contrast and variation of the landscape unfolding before you in the Tsaobis Leopard Park. By dusk, you will have arrived at the Tsaobis Leopard Park camp site, where the night will be spent in bungalows. After a refreshing swim in the pool, you can relax at the camp fire and enjoy a real barbeque under the star studded African sky.

DAY 4
The trail continues along the Swakop River, this time in the direction of Dorstrivier. Vegetation in this area is much lusher and leads you under overhanging cliffs. In Dorstrivier, our team will be waiting for you with a cool drink and delicious meal. The night will be spent at the farm house.

DAY 5
From the farm house in Dorstrivier a ride of 34km guides you over plains and marble mountains in the direction of the base camp - Sphinxblick Guest Farm. Back home the evening will be spent relaxing in the comfortable lapa, where you will be able to reflect upon your newly found impressions and enjoy the last evening in the company of your host & hostess Doris and Günther Kleemann.
DAY 6:
Departure, or more riding on trail and at the farm.


Skeleton Coast
Skeleton Coast

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Itinerary Tour 2

DAY 1
On arrival in Windhoek, we will be waiting to meet you. After 3 hour drive you will arrive at our guest farm, there you will be introduced to your mount and will be able to relax at the swimming pool or at the bar under our spacious lapa.

DAY 2
Your journey on horse back begins, taking you through our private nature reserve, past mountains, over plains and through incredible canyons with sheer rock walls, towards our second guest house Horebis located in the Swakop river. There, awaiting your arrival will be a tall cool drink, home cooked meal and comfortable accommodation.

DAY 3
12km of unrestricted territory leads you along the Swakop River, under high Anna trees past the Rooi Kuiseb, a tributary of the Swakop River. Travelling along the Swakop, you will be enchanted by the contrast and variation of the landscape unfolding before you in the Tsaobis Leopard Park. By dusk, you will have arrived at the Tsaobis Leopard Park camp site, where the night will be spent in bungalows. After a refreshing swim in the pool, you can relax at the camp fire and enjoy a real barbeque under the star studded African sky.

DAY 4
Our ride once again takes us through the Otjimbingwe Reserve, where you will meet the indigenous Damara people. Here you will have the opportunity to see how these people live their every day lives. This night will be spent out in the open, sleeping in tents and our team will be waiting for your arrival with the camp already set up and a camp fire crackling its warm welcome. Although out camping, luxuries such as shower and toilet facilities are also available for your comfort.

DAY 5
Our trail leads us in the direction of farm Davetsaub. Here Hanoverian horses are bred, sired by a stallion imported from Germany. You will spend the night in a comfortable guest room and will be served with a hearty meal from the kitchen. All good things must come to an end and so to does our tour. We will return you to the ranch.
DAY 6:
Departure, or more riding on trail and at the farm.

 

Itinerary Tour 3

DAY 1
After meeting you at the airport, you are more than welcome to accompany us on a drive around the farm, cool down in the swimming pool or simply relax in the spacious lapa.

DAY 2
A longish ride through our private Nature reserve should give you enough time to acquaint yourself with your mount. During the ride you will probably meet up with some of the inhabitants of the nature reserve such as Springbuck, Oryx etc. A diversity of fauna, flora and geological sites will also accompany you during your ride. By evening you will find yourself back at Sphinxblick where a comfortable evening can be spent.

DAY 3
We head off in the direction of the Chous mountains which forms part of the border of our farm. After crossing a vast expanse, we descend into the Khan Canyon (approx. 32km). The Khan river will be our home for the night and towards dusk we will set up our camp. The tents are furnished with comfortable camping beds and shower and toilet facilities are also provided for.

DAY 4
Morning comes and we find ourselves moving along the Khan canyon where high rock walls guide us along the route at times. Our destination is Haichamgab (approx. 30km) once there our day comes to an end and we once again set up camp. Dinner will be served in the relaxing atmosphere of the camp fire.

DAY 5
The last leg of our journey to Swakopmund begins (44km). We travel past an oasis, Goanikontes, and along the Swakop river, passed the small holdings in the Swakop river until we reach Swakopmund around early evening. Once in Swakopmund, you will spend the night in a comfortable bed & breakfast.
DAY 6:
After your stay with us, you have the possibility of lengthening your visit and may choose to rent a car in Swakopmund. Alternatively, we will be more than willing to take you on a guided tour of our beautiful country Namibia.