Hiking

We offer excellent marked hiking trails on our farm and multi-day hiking packages which go through widely varied landscapes.

Day hiking trails

As a overnight visitor or as day we offer several well-marked day hiking trails ranging from 1 hour to 6 hours.

Day visitors will have to pay a conservation fee of 200 NAD per Person.

Weekend trails

Ombota Wildernis Trail is a weekend trail, here you can hike from the main house to an overnight shelter called Khomas Eck Basecamp with basic overnight facilities (see further down). After a wonderful night in the basecamp you can either hike back the next day, but also continue a different trail. The basecamp is very inviting to spend more than one night and as a highlight you can hike up the top of the Khomas Eck (1850 m). The way up offers beautiful unspoiled views into the mountain landscape, you even pass a dry waterfall. From the top you have the most fantastic 360 degrees view.

Long distance trails

Together with neighbouring farmers, we offer the Khomas Hochland Hiking Trail (KHHT), a scenic route spanning either 100 km over 6 days or 54 km over 4 days. The trail, which has already gained significant popularity, starts and ends at Düsternbrook. Find out more about the KHHT here

Hiking Packages

Düsternbrook Hassle-Free Hiking Package

Our flexible hiking packages are designed for nature lovers who want to experience the African landscape on foot – at their own pace and with comfort.

Base Package – 5 Days (4 Nights)

Our 5-day package includes:

  • ✓ Pick-up at Hosea Kutako International Airport (Windhoek)

  • ✓ 5 days / 4 nights in our two-star or three-star accommodation (DBB – dinner, bed & breakfast)

  • ✓ 2 x Activities included ( e.g. 1x morning game drive, 1x afternoon game drive)

  • ✓ 4 hiking days (from a choice of 7 different trails, well-marked and suitable for all levels)

Optional: Return airport transfer can be added (from 2 people)

Make It a 6, 7 or 8-Day Adventure!

Our hiking packages are modular – simply extend the base package by 1–3 days, and you’ll unlock special nature experiences:

Package Nights Included Experiences 2★ Accommodation 3★ Accommodation
5 Days 4 nights  2 Activities €711.52 €755.48
6 Days 5 nights +  Sundowner Hike €833.95 €877.35
7 Days 6 nights +  Breakfast in Nature €956.37 €999.78
8 Days 7 nights + Wilderness Overnight with BBQ (or Chalet-Hopping, see below)

+ 1 Activity

€1140.01 €1208.74

Optional Return Airport Transfer:
Price: €58.38 per person (min. 2 persons)

Extra: Non-Hiking Companion
Accommodation per night incl. Half Board & Activity
• 2★: €135.78
• 3★: €151.09

More Hiking Packages:

Weekend Hiking Getaway

(2 nights / 3 days)

Ideal for beginners and short trips.

Includes:

  • Optional airport pickup

  • Night 1: River Chalet accommodation (incl. DBB)

  • Day 2: Hike to Khomas Eck Basecamp (3 hrs)
    Afternoon hike to the dry waterfall and canyon

  • Night 2 at Khomas Eck Basecamp (Slack-Pack Comfort): mattress, sleeping bag, simple shower

  • Meals: Self-cooked using braai packs (game meat, salad, bread etc.)

  • Day 3: Return hike via a different route back to the farmhouse

Chalet-Hopping Adventure

(4 nights / 5 days)

Multi-day hike from chalet to chalet

Route suggestion:
Farmhouse (River Chalet) → Khomas Eck Basecamp → Davisdraai Chalet→ back to the Farmhouse 

Includes:

  • Comfortable lodging with beds and showers

  • Slack-Pack luggage transport available (shared cost)

  • Trail variety and scenic overnight stops

Ideal for couples or friends who love nature and comfort.

Long Weekend Getaway

(3 nights / 4 days)

For active travellers seeking longer trails.

Same as Weekend Hike Getaway, plus:

  • Day 3: Full-day hike (e.g. hike up the Khomas Eck (1850m), the highest mountain on the farm) 

  • Night 3: Basecamp

  • Day 4: Return hike on an alternative route

Hiking people

Tailored to Your Preferences

All packages can be customised based on your arrival, fitness level, and group size – whether you’re hiking solo, as a couple, or in a small group.

Let us know what kind of experience you’re looking for – and we’ll create your personal hiking adventure in the Namibian highlands.

Would you like to enquire about one of the packages?

Email: j.vaatz@duesternbrook.net

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