When travelling between Sossusvlei and Aus, which is on the way to the Fish River Canyon, Luderitz and Kolmanskop, there are two route options.
The first route goes through Helmeringhausen and also through the Tirasberg Conservancy.
Another option is to take the D707, which is known as the Namibrand road, offering spectacular views on the breathtaking landscape between the Tiras Mountains and the Namib Desert.

Along the Namibrand road and in the Tiras Mountains, are several working farms, amongst which is Ranch Koiimasis.
The name means "place where people meet" which is an apt description for this ostrich and horse-breeding ranch which is set between the granite rocks and vast and beautiful landscape.
Accommodation at Ranch Koiimasis
A variety of accommodation options are offered on Ranch Koiimasis, including exclusive campsites and secluded self-catering chalets, equipped with all necessities and conveniences and tastefully furnished.
Accommodation Options at Ranch Koiimasis
- Farm lodge
- Self-catering chalets
- Exclusive camping

Farm Lodge
The Fest Inn Fels Farm Lodge offers four comfortable and private chalets as well as the communal facilities, including the restaurant, sky-bar and pool.

Farm Lodge Facilities
- Double bed or twin beds
- Fans
- En-suite bathroom
- Safe

Self-catering Chalets
Schwalbennest and Chalet Virosa are two private chalets, fully equipped for self-catering. Barbeque facilities are available.
Schwalbennest is an open plan chalet, furnished with two single beds and a separate bathroom.
Chalet Virosa is a low-budget facility with two beds, which is situated close to the campsites, sharing the bathroom facilities with the campers.

Self-catering Chalets Facilities
- Schwalbennest:
- 2 Single beds
- Private bathroom
- Barbeque facilities
- Chalet Virosa:
- 2 Single beds
- Bathroom shared with campers
- Self-catering facilities
- Barbeque facilities

Exclusive Camping
The five exclusive campsites are situated amongst giant granite boulders. The sites are all fitted with their own barbeque facilities and clean drinking water.

Exclusive Camping Facilities
- Barbeque facilities
- Drinking water
- Shared ablution facilities

Ranch Koiimasis Amenities
The amenities at the Fest Inn Fels Farm Lodge are available for use by guests staying in the self-catering chalets or camping at the exclusive campsites.
Facilities at Ranch Koiimasis
- Reception
- Restaurant
- Swimming pool
- Mountain terrace
- Sky bar
- Lounge

What To Do at Ranch Koiimasis
The Ranch is a western styled working farm, handling 250 horses and focusing on wild-horse training.
Working holidays are offered where guests can enjoy the African version of a cowboy-lifestyle. Horses, cattle and sheep roam together with local wildlife on 40 000 hectares of diverse terrain.
Activities
- Ranching
- Horse riding
- Guided tours
- Photography
- Ranch hikes, including the Ostrich Hike, Plateau Hike and Namib Hike
- Stargazing
- Rock climbing
- Horse trails
- Ranch drives, including the Farm Drive, Wild Horse & Game Drive and a Night Drive

Things to See
- Ostrich breeding facilities
- Parrot breeding facilities
- San paintings
- Namibrand Park
- Tiras Mountain Conservancy
- Wild Horses of the Namib
- Helmeringhauzen
- Duwisib Castle
- Sossusvlei
