Over millions of years, the intermittently flowing Fish River carved out a spectacular canyon through the semi-desert landscape of Southern Namibia. Over 160 km long, up to 27 km wide, and at places more than 550 metres deep, this breathtaking attraction, located in the Ai-Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park, ends at the hot springs resort, Ai-Ais.
A variety of accommodation types is available at the Ai-Ais Resort, including 50 campsites laid out along the Fish River in this arid and rough landscape.
Accommodation at Ai-Ais Camping
Due to the semi-desert landscape of the area, the campsites are not grassed, and it is advised that campers bring their own groundsheets along. Shared ablution facilities with hot water showers, toilets, and basins are available.
Accommodation Options at Ai-Ais Camping
- Campsites
Campsites
The fifty spacious campsites accommodate up to 8 persons each, and a tap, electrical connection point, and barbecue facilities are available at each site. The demarcated sites accommodate up to 8 persons each. Shared ablution facilities are offered.
Campsite Facilities
- 50 campsites for a maximum of 8 persons
- Electrical connection point
- Water tap
- Shared ablution facilities with hot water showers and toilets
Ai-Ais Camping Amenities
The healing properties of the hot water springs draw visitors from all over the world to relax, rejuvenate, and heal in the pools and enjoy the spa facilities. A restaurant provides meals throughout the day, and the supply shop has basic necessities available.
List of Facilities
- Hot water springs
- Spa facilities
- Indoor thermal swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Supply shop
- Curio shop
What to Do at Ai-Ais Camping
The Fish River Hiking Trail is high up on the to-do list of every avid hiker, and this world-famous trail ends at the Ai-Ais Hot Springs Resort. Being 85 km long, this is not a hike to take lightly and must be booked well in advance. The hike can only be undertaken during the dry winter months from May to September as the route follows the flow of the river, and seasonal rain might make it impossible to complete during the rainy season.
Activities
- Spa treatments
- Swimming in hot water pools
- Fish River Canyon Hiking Trail
- Guided nature drives
- Guided nature walks
- Mountain climbing
- Sightseeing
Things to See
- Fish River Canyon Viewpoints