This ride combines the best of both the formidable Skeleton Coast and rugged Damaraland, with undulating, rocky landscapes and huge open plains. You’ll start from the coast and venture into the remote western Damaraland and back onto the wild Atlantic beaches. This is a riding trip for the true adventurous spirit.
Arrive at Windhoek, transfer to a hotel for sundowners and dinner with your guide.
Early breakfast and then the journey to the rugged Skeleton Coast – approximately 4 hours to the lunch spot in the charming town of Swakopmund, and then a further 3 hours up the coast to camp. Visit the Cape Cross Fur Seal Colony on the way. The abundance of oxygen will surely knock you out for a good nights sleep tonight while the Atlantic Ocean roars in the background.
The first riding day begins with a saddling, briefing and getting acquainted with your horse. The landscape changes all the time and the pace quickens as the terrain allows. As the soft evening light descends you get into camp in time to enjoy sundowners as the spectacular Milky Way appears overhead. Here, where there is no light pollution, the stars are simply magnificent and sitting around a companionable campfire with new acquaintances, sharing the experiences of the day is a joy. The aroma of dinner cooking in large black pots on the fire stirs the imagination of what could possibly smell that good
Negotiating a landscape which look like they belong on another planet – have your camera ready – you will cross undulating terrain, dry river washes and interesting geological formations. Damaraland has a violent geological history, leaving a legacy of unusual landscapes. Finally reaching the huge Ugab ephemeral river – these rivers only flow seasonally and sometimes not for years – but when they do flow, its best not to be in them as flash flooding is common here! You will see the well-known folded rock structures – called the Ugab Folds along the way before coming out of the river valley onto the wide plains above.
Now you can expect some fast riding in this wide open and varied landscape. Sometimes the going is rocky but often it is perfect for long slow canters and even a touch of real speed! Our last ride takes us across huge desert plains to the ocean at last – the Skeleton Coast, apparently so called for the wrecked hulks of stranded ships that dot this coastline.
After a final day of riding, spend tonight the small coastal town of Henties Bay in a wonderful private house with the most spectacular view over the Atlantic Ocean. What a trip THAT was
Early breakfast and transfer to Windhoek (just over 5-hour commute) arriving around 13:00 – in time for departure flights from Windhoek International Airport after 15:00
This itinerary is flexible and may be modified at the guide's discretion due to unforeseen circumstances.
Extra horse supplement: For riders over 85 kg (187 lb) in riding gear. Cannot accept riders over 93 kg (205 lb).
Extra horse supplement: For riders over 85 kg (187 lb) in riding gear. Cannot accept riders over 93 kg (205 lb).
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This ride for me was the best Equitours vacation I have taken so far. Very happy with all aspects - would be eager to go back and bring along some friends. A great ride - somewhat of a challenge - lots of trots, canters, gallops - wonderful well-conditioned horses. Loved it!
Pat Koford
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