Khan River & Swakop River Hike

A 35 km Namibian Wilderness Adventure

Join us on a 3-day, 2-night hiking journey through Namibia’s breathtaking landscapes with the Khan & Swakop River Hike along the Moonlandscape of Namibia.

This unique wilderness trail offers an unforgettable experience, combining adventure, tranquility, and top-notch support for your comfort and relaxation. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers, this hike lets you immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of the Namib Desert.

Culinary Highlights

At the Khan & Swakop River Hike, we take immense pride in serving meals that are not just nourishing but bursting with flavor. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared with care and creativity, ensuring that whether you’re a herbivore, carnivore, or somewhere in between, your palate will be delighted.

We use the freshest, locally sourced ingredients to craft our menus, featuring a mouthwatering selection of local game meats alongside (organic) chicken, beef, and pork.

Enjoy three hearty meals a day, served at a proper table—no soggy lunchboxes or uninspired on-the-go packs here! Each meal is a celebration of good food and great company, carefully crafted to satisfy and proven to impress.

Worried about losing weight? Not with food this good! Even on extended journeys through the rugged landscapes, our chefs work their magic with well-stocked fridges and freezers, surprising you with the variety and quality of their culinary creations. From the first bite to the last, you’ll savor every moment of this foodie adventure.

 

Bring

  • Warm clothes for cold mornings incl. beanie / keep your head and ears warm 
  • Comfy hiking boots / shoes plus spare footwear
  • Blister Kit
  • Sleeping bag (and extra blanket if needed)
  • Torch or Head Lamp with enough batteries
  • Mozzie Spray 
  • Hat 
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun Block
  • Wet Wipes
  • Daypack backpack 
  • 2 x 1 Litre water bottle/water bladder
  • Snacks
  • Cool drinks & sundowners (enough:-))
  • Swimwear
  • ⁠Hot water bottle (for cold nights)
  • Toiletries, personal items, meds etc. 
  • Something for the afternoons under the tree / next to the pool  (book, music, sudoko, coloring book, cards etc.) 
  • Binoculars (for the birders & wildlife enthusiasts)
  • Hiking poles (if you like them)
  • Gaiters (useful)

 

Inclusions:

  • Camping equipment (tent, stretcher, side table, tent light)
  • Mattress and mattress cover
  • Pillow and pillow case (bring your own sleeping bag)
  • 2 nights camping (spotless clean ablutions with flushing toilet & shower)
  • Communal Camping facilities (tables, chairs, etc.)
  • Back-up vehicle, trailer and 3 staff
  • Meals made with love (dinner & breakfast 2 x, lunch 1 x)
  • Drinking water
  • Ice
  • Firewood
  • Guide / Hiking guide
  • Permit National Park

 

Exclusions:

  • Airport Transfers  or transport from/to the venue (on request)
  • Visa Fees
  • Beverages
  • Tip & Gratuities
  • Personal Insurance
  • Items of a personal nature

 

Exclusions:

  • Airport Transfers  or transport from/to the venue (on request)
  • Visa Fees
  • Beverages
  • Tip & Gratuities
  • Personal Insurance
  • Items of a personal nature

Testimonials: From Our Tours to Their Hearts – Guest Reflections

Walk and explore different areas of Namibia

Oct 2025 • Friends
Just returned from a fab adventure with Wild Cherry. They could not have done more for us. Staff friendly and helpful delicious food great tents. Felt we really got to see Namibia and see a variety of areas. Could not recommend them enough. 
 
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A fabulous experience

Aug 2025 • Friends
Just returned from a fantastic tour experience organised by Ellen & team. Guided through magnificent landscapes with a range of perfectly selected campsites where the support team provided first class care & catering - the food was outstanding! All of were excellent but a shout out to Uno for providing support on some of the more mentally challenging parts of the trek & to Reuben for always making sure my wine box & glass were on hand 😳🤣. Recommended.
 
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Magic in the desert

Oct 2025 • Friends
We had a wonderful trek in the Naukluft National park and the moon valley and khan river valley. My favourite camp was at Spitzkoppe although it’s so hard to choose. The scenery and magical places were spectacular. Ellen and her fantastic team all worked so hard to enable us to camp and eat in style. Fancy having pancakes in the middle of a desert. Sockets in trees at one camp. The tents were large and spacious and the bed comfortable.
I wouldn’t have made the olive grove boulder walk without Uno who helped us all. There were challenges which make you feel proud of yourself.
 
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A special hiking experience in a stunning desert wilderness area

Aug 2025 • Solo
I hiked the 200 km Kaokoveld Camino with Wild Cherry, what an exceptional experience it was with many special touches and oodles of joy.
Nothing was too much effort for the team despite it being such a remote area.
Will surely join other hikes on their programme.
 
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Aug 2025 • Friends
After last year's Kunene Camino, we decided that we definitely need to go back for the Kaokoveld Camino this year and so we did! The beauty of the Kaokoveld were breathtaking. Such an experience to see that part of Namibia as well and to our surprise we saw a couple of the famous stonemen!!!

The camino walks will be without a doubt not so life changing if it was not for Ellen and her team. Steve, George, Ruben, Uno and Ellen...thank you for giving us the time of our lives. Your passion in what you do for our hikers are highly appreciated.
 
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