Windhoek, Namibia – 16 July 2026 – Namibia Wildlife Resorts is pleased to confirm that the Fish River Canyon Hiking Trail will reopen on Friday, 17 July 2026. A water assessment found that river levels and flow have dropped to conditions suitable for hiking.

 

Hikers should take extra care during river crossings, as rocks and other surfaces may still be slippery. NWR and its partners will continue to monitor the weather and river conditions throughout the hiking season.

 

For full details, please read the full notice here: 2026 07 16 – Re-opening of Fish River Hiking Trail.