After an early breakfast we leave Windhoek and travel 5-hours across central Namibia into timeless Damaraland, home of the Spitzkoppe and Brandberg Mountains - the highest in Namibia.
We pass some fascinating rock formations in these vast uninhabited open spaces, where magnificent semi-desert flowers can grow after good rains. On arrival we check in to our riding camp near Twyfelfontein (meaning "hestitant spring") and meet the horses and staff.
NOTE: This is a tough ride in semi-desert conditions, so it is suitable only for fit and confident riders able to average 20 to 50 km per day at all paces, sometimes over rough terrain.
Although dome tents are provided, most riders chose to sleep out under the stars. Camp beds are provided and a bedroll (canvas bag with insulating mattress, down duvet and pillow), with bucket showers for ablutions. You are welcome to bring a fleece liner if you feel you might get cold at night, but extra blankets are available on request. Breakfast and picnic lunches are provided daily, with delicious evening meals cooked over an open fire. Tea, coffee and juice are always available in camp and chilled drinks, including beer and wine, are available in the evenings.