Being at the edge of the desert where the Wild Horses of the Namib roam, the Ghost Canyon Cabin is the ideal place from which to explore the area around Aus and search for the elusive wild horses. Kolmanskop and Luderitz are within easy reach for day trips to these historical attractions.
For those who are more sporting or actively inclined, several mountain biking and hiking trails are mapped and marked for your convenience, guiding you through the stunning natural surroundings in these wide and mountainous landscapes.
Mountain Biking at Ghost Canyon Cabin Aus Namibia
The mountain bike routes cater for intermediate to advance riders and will lead you through the impressive biodiversity, geology and historical sites of the area.
Hiking and Trail Running at Ghost Canyon Cabin Aus Namibia
Various marked hiking trails guide you through the Aus Mountains to explore the fauna and flora of the Succulent Karoo desert. Both beginners and experienced hikers can enjoy these routes. Detailed maps and information are available at an Info Kiosk and you can start and complete your hike at several locations in the area.
Day Trips and Excursions at and from Ghost Canyon Cabin Aus Namibia
Guided excursions are offered where you’ll be shown the fascinating plant and animal world of this scenic drive through the Gondwana Sperrgebiet Rand Park.
Self-drive excursions can be undertaken from Klein-Aus Vista to the deserted diamond settlement of Kolmanskop. You can also look for the Wild Horses of the Namib on day trips from here.
View the land art in honour of the Wild Horses of the Namib –
the century-old population of horses whose future hangs in the balance.
This massive galloping horse has been set in stone on the desert plains
of Klein-Aus Vista Farm and can be seen from the viewpoint on the Vista
Trail or Schutztruppe Trail.
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Facilities at Ghost Canyon Cabin
- Self-catering cabin accommodating a maximum of 8 persons
- At times, the cabin may only be accessible with a 4x4-vehicle
- Indoor and outdoor braai areas with barbeque packs available on order
- Restaurant at the Desert Horse Inn, 6km from the cabin
- Marked and mapped Mountain Biking and Hiking trails
- Guided excursions through the Gondwana Sperrgebiet Rand Park
- Self-drive excursions to attractions in the area
- View of the land art in honour of the Wild Horses of the Namib
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Things To Do at Ghost Canyon Cabin
The rusty, bullet-ridden Hudson at the entrance road is a relic from a gunfight between diamond smugglers and police. It is said that their ghosts roam the valley in search of their lost diamonds. Further along the trail, a series of stone ramparts are visible from WWI days (1914-18), from when the German forces built fortifications here in the Aus hills to make a stand against the South African Union soldiers.
At the end of a fun-filled day, spend the evening sitting around the
kitchen table or camp fire, bonding with the other members of your group
while sharing stories of your own adventures and reminisce about days
gone by and the history of the glory and heartbreak of diamond dreams.
Namibia - Things to do at or near Ghost Canyon Cabin in Aus last updated in 2024