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Fish River Canyon · Every May to August
Fish River Canyon hiking season
The five-day trek through Africa's biggest canyon is only open from May to mid September.
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What happens when you set this watch
We track every fare from your airport into Windhoek or Cape Town for May 1 to August 25, 2027, round trips of 6 to 12 nights, across every airline. The moment one drops, you get one email with the dates, the price and a link to book. Free, and you can stop any time.
Know before you go
- Permits are limited and a medical certificate is required; groups of three or more only.
- Water is untreated river water; bring a filter and hike early in the day.
- Hobas is a seven hour drive south of Windhoek or about nine hours north of Cape Town; you need a car and a night at the rim before starting.
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