Hiking Namibia
Having wandered along these paths once during 2019, we could not envision the lush greenery that would await us at Sun Karros Daan Viljoen some 9 months later. Proof once again that our Namibian soil still does not hold back in gratefully responding to some very welcome summer showers. This was our first venture for …
Fellow hikers, it has been quite a while indeed! Our country received some wonderful showers during recent weeks, all the more reason to get out there and show some gratitude and appreciation.. • Saturday 14 March • Sun Karros Daan Viljoen 9 km • Meet 6h45, start hiking 7h00 • Done 10h00-10h30 • Can travel …
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Elisenheim memories..
Herewith an invitation to Stok-en-Hoed’s last hurrah of 2019. We are grateful for opportunities to get out and explore during the last few months and are looking forward to end the year on a high. Please join us as we set out looking for the moon this time round.. Elisenheim 8 km full moon hike …
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Setting foot in unfamiliar territory this past weekend certainly did not disappoint in any way. Düsternbrook offers great trail potential with a variety of wildlife, interesting vegetation and geology, as well as a proper test for physical endurance all on offer. The area varies from hilly terrain typical of the Khomas Hochland to meandering riverbeds …
An invitation to Stok-en-Hoed's last trail scouting of the year. Take note that this will be a longer day hike than usual and is not recommended for the unfit! However, if you are a regular hiker looking for a good few hours out and away in a special part of the Khomas Hochland, please be …
In spite of the severe drought in the country, Saturday’s outing proved again that there are still many signs of vibrant life around us. Those who made the effort to get up for an early morning hike were not disappointed; it remains rewarding to see and experience wildlife out in the open. The impromptu talk …
With the upcoming hike on Saturday in mind, a reminder that we will also visit Narrec’s vulture restaurant, a special feature of the area. The first such restaurant was built in South-Africa during the 1960’s. To this day they serve as safe-food sources for vultures threatened by factors like indiscriminate poisoning, high-voltage power lines and …
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3 eager hikers braved the cold this past weekend as we set out exploring lone riverbeds, some striking mica-schist rock formations in the early morning sun and game tracks leading the way to great views over the landscape below. A visit afterwards to the bird sanctuary once again proved insightful and well worth the stay. …
Join us this coming Saturday as we continue our efforts to establish new trails close to Windhoek. We have been day hiking this particular area for more than a year and came to know its potential. The route for Saturday will be relatively easy going apart from one decent hill leading up to great views …
The prospect of a pleasant day hike conveniently close to town against the backdrop of a striking blue winter sky is certainly worth considering to those who appreciate nature. We were a group of 7 hikers who visited this familiar trail last Saturday with enough 'oohs' and 'aahs' along the way to indicate everyone's surprise …
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Hikers from Windhoek joined in over the weekend and in summary shared the following: There is a distinct serene and quiet atmosphere to this trail, unexpectedly so less than 20 kilometres from the capital. Unbeknownst to many, there is a surprisingly large dam en route. Its viewpoint offers scenic mountain views and also serves as …
