The Namibia Mountain Biking Safari is a 5 night / 6 day camping safari, taking in the wildlife and spectacular desert scenery on the way, using a combination of mountain bikes and safari vehicles. This is a unique way to experience the wilds of North-Western Namibia, and the famous desert-adapted elephant and black rhino can be seen en-route, whilst the wonders of Damaraland captivate cyclists and hikers alike. There is a real sense of achievement from pedaling one's way through this vast, changing landscapes, the rewarding and relaxing day's end culminating in a refreshing sundowner in the cool desert air.

• A support vehicle will accompany the cyclist's at all times. The advantage of back-up vehicles means that if the biking gets a bit tough on a particular stage, then climb into the safari vehicle and continue the final kilometers by road.
• A wide variety of people can join these tours, providing there is a reasonable level of fitness.
• There is no age limit, just a desire to see Namibia and burn some calories.
• The tour is not a race. On any cycle stage of the safari, the faster cyclists can go ahead whilst the slower one's go at their own comfortable pace.
• There is time to enjoy the beautiful scenery and take photos en-route.
• There are surprisingly few punctures, as the surfaces are firm and the time of day chosen to cycle makes it a pleasant and extremely enjoyable ride.
• The lure of a comfortable bed and good food will be awaiting you at the end of every day's ride.
• Accommodation used is of a high standard

Camping Safaris | Namibia

Days 1 & 2: Save the Rhino Camp, Ugab

After arrival in Windhoek, cyclists are met by their guides and driven to the stunning monolith of Brandberg, on the banks of the Ugab River. There is a warm-up ride of some 40km to the Save the Rhino Campsite, an Adventurer campsite that is pre-erected under the shade of huge acacia trees. On Day 2 the group cycle to the old zinc mine, with it's steep climbs, thrilling downhills and exhilarating mountain biking challenges en-route. The afternoon is spent relaxing at the camp and exploring the wildlife-rich Ugab riverbed.
Meals: Lunch & Breakfast
Accommodation: Pre-errected camp

Day 3: Damaraland Camp, Damaraland

The longest stage of the tour - a route of 90km. In this region early morning mists, generated by the clash between the icy Atlantic Ocean and the warm desert air of the Skeleton Coast, drift inland along the river valley, providing sustenance to the flora and fauna of the region. Rare succulent plants can manage to eke out an existence in this harsh environment, due to this meteorological phenomena. Therefore, there are wonderful opportunities to game view, plus an interesting array of flora, such as euphorbias and shepherd's trees to lookout for on the way as well. The camp is situated on the northern face of the Huab River Valley, and looks south towards the imposing Brandberg Mountains. This comfortable and friendly camp offers walks and drives in one of the best wilderness areas in Namibia. The search for desert-adapted elephant are a great favourite here and gemsbok, greater kudu, springbok, and occasionally lion, cheetah and black rhino can be spotted. Damaraland Camp also attempts to integrate the community, environment and wildlife on a sustainable basis. Overnight in comfortable tented rooms, with en-suite facilities.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Breakfast
Accommodation: Damaraland Camp

Day 4: Palmwag Campsite, Palmwag Concession

Damaraland has a desolate, volcanic landscape with small rock-strewn plains where long-ago glaciers once moved. Todays 80km ride traverses an incredible panorama and cyclists are in the heart of black rhino country, creating a highly rewarding ride that has the possibility of seeing this endangered animal.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Breakfast
Accommodation: Camping near Palmwag Lodge

Day 5: Desert Rhino Camp, Palmwag Concession

After a short exciting ride of 40km through black rhino country, the afternoon is spent tracking rhino on foot, with the specialist Save the Rhino Trackers. The days activities end with refreshing sunset drinks, whilst admiring the isolated beauty of Damaraland.
Desert Rhino Camp is situated in the 450 000-hectare private Palmwag Concession in north-west Namibia, between Etosha and the Skeleton Coast - and it boasts a high level of privacy and wilderness experience. This private concession has a number of freshwater springs that support healthy populations of animals, including desert-adapted elephants and black rhino, not forgetting large populations of the Hartmann's Mountain Zebra, giraffe, gemsbok, springbok and kudu. The predator population is the largest outside of the Etosha National Park, with cheetah, leopard, and brown hyena and spotted hyena also resident in the area. Birdlife is prolific and diverse, with most of Namibia's endemics present.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Breakfast
Accommodation: Palmwag Rhino Camp

Day 6: Transfer to Windhoek

After a hearty breakfast, there is a transfer by road to Windhoek and a fond farewell to the mountain biking adventure.
Meals: Breakfast

Included

Accommodation and meals as listed on the itinerary
Park entrance fees
Passenger liability insurance

Excluded

Beverages
Items of a personal nature
Tips
Travel Insurance

Features

Original active adventure journey
Innovative combination of activities: biking, tracking on foot, hiking and wildlife viewing
View spectacular desert life such as elephant and black rhino
Unique features include riding the Brandberg monolith, tracking black rhino on foot, up-close observation of Save The Rhino Trust activities in the area
Direct contribution made to the Save The Rhino Trust from guest fees
Camps situated in huge private concessions, providing unmatched wilderness experience

Route & Accommodation

The itinerary above is a guideline only and whilst we try to adhere to it there may be circumstances when it may change - for example weather and/or road conditions, seasonal daylight hours etc. Overnight stops on occasion may be altered from those indicated.

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