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DESERT TRAIL - HIKING SAFARI |
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The beauty of a Namib Trail is the fact that you experience so
many different aspects
of the desert – from mountainous terrain to sandy dunes. Walking is
conducted at a
leisurely pace
and normally does not exceed 12 km per day.
GENERAL OVERVIEW
This trail is not difficult, but challenging. Fitness & good condition is
essential as the
trails entail
7 to 8 hours walking. Bulk of the luggage will be transported by back-up
vehicle; you only carry
your day pack, including a lunch pack, water and your camera
equipment. As some
of the routes
lead through rough terrain & over sand dunes it re-
quires well balanced & secure
walking. Please
be aware of high temperature fluctuations,
which can reach a high of 35°C during
the day whilst
sometimes plummeting down to
-5°C at night, which can cause additional stress to
your heart &
circulation. We recom-
mend that you prepare yourself for the trail with some
fitness training.
To view a day-to-day itinerary of this hike, please click here.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
General:
· Curiosity and good humour
· Camera equipment and binoculars (bring plenty of spare films)
· Comfortable warn-in walking shoes - NOT new walking shoes, these will cause
great
discomfort and spoil your walk
· Sunscreen and insect repellent.
Clothing:
· Light and comfortable clothing
· Jacket and pullover for cool evenings
· Sport shoes or sandals for the evening
· A hat or cap is essential.
· Warm clothes in the winter months (beanie, scarf and gloves)
NOTES AND FULL DETAILS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
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