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Huge collapsed canyon, spectacular views, mountain zebra
Fish River Canyon
Fish River Canyon is one of the world's largest. Tectonic faulting collapsed the earth's crust to create a broad, deep valley running for 100 kilometres. The sharp, dramatic drop exceeds 500 metres in places.
The view at Hobas is truly spectacular as the plateau suddenly opens into the vast gorge. Far below, Fish River is the longest in Namibia but flows only occasionally.
Surrounding landscape is dry and stony, broken up by occasional vibrant rocky outcrops. Sparse plant life is dominated by the quiver tree, a distinctive succulent with hollow branches used by San people to carry arrows.
Experienced hikers can enjoy the Fish River Hiking Trail which runs from the Hiker's View to the hot springs at Ai Ais. High temperature and flash floods close the 3-5 day trail in summer. The initial descent to the valley floor takes an hour in itself.
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