Canyon Village

Canyon Village
Fish River Canyon lodge
Thatched bedrooms
Village main swimming pool
Beatuiful suites
Donkey cart tours
Main dining room
Canyon bar area
Fish River Canyon
Village dining at sunset

Village And Activity Highlights

  • Fish River Canyon
  • Walking trails
  • Desert photography
  • Sunset walks and drinks
  • Nama culture
  • Views from lodge
  • Hikes and walks
  • Cold beer and good wine selection

General Village Information

  • Lodge type; Nature Lodge
  • Location; Fish River Canyon, Namibia
  • Lodge size; 42 Thatched Rooms
  • Recommended stay; 2-5 nights

The Village Is The Perfect Place To Relax And Take In The Beauty That Surrounds The Fish River Canyon

Canyon Village is a lovely lodge located in the Fish River area of southern Namibia. The lodge is set in a horse-shoe design around a celebration of young quiver trees and the sprawling thatched central area, which serves as a restaurant, bar, lounge, curio shop and reception.

The restaurant depicts the history of southern Namibia through murals on the wall, and a vibrant depiction of life in the golden time of missions adorns the reception area wall.

A well-preserved horse cart has been placed amongst the boulders in the cosy bar, and an ox wagon with hundreds of years of history etched into its wood stands in the buffet area.

The lodge offers guests plenty of opportunities to take walks through the rocky hills and enjoy stunning views of the Gondwana Canyon Park. There are also numerous mapped trails for hiking and cycling, as well as opportunities for fishing, bird watching and desert photography.

Guests can relax by the pool or take a sunset drive to enjoy beautiful views of the landscape. There is also a good wine selection and cold beer on offer at Canyon Village.

Rooms And Suites

All 42 of the rooms and suites at Canyon Village offer air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms with showers, hand basins, and enclosed toilets.

Beds with mosquito netting keep you safe from those pesky summertime mosquitoes.

The rooms are decorated in a classic Cape Dutch style, with white walls and thatched roofing.

The verandahs provide a cool and relaxing space to enjoy the view out over the lodge and surrounding desert vistas.

Tea and coffee facilities are included so you can enjoy a hot drink whenever you like.

Cuisine And Wine

The food at Canyon Village is really something special.

Not only do they have their own dairy, butchery and smokehouse, but they also have a greenhouse, so you can be sure that everything is fresh and delicious.

Their dinner and breakfast buffets are amazing, with an incredible variety of dishes to choose from. And if you are looking for a light or heavy lunch, a small but complete menu with some great options is available.

Village Facilities

The restaurant and bar area at Canyon Village is a great place to relax after a long day of exploring.

The thatched lounge with fireplace is perfect for cosying up to in the evenings, and the reception area and curio shop are great places to pick up souvenirs.

The restaurant serves a range of options, from buffet breakfasts to wholesome lunches, light snacks all the way through to full three-course dinners. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor dining locations.

There is also a bar where visitors can enjoy a range of Namibian beers and South African wines.

The swimming pool is a great place to relax and cool down in the summer months.

Wi-Fi is available throughout the village (although it is not free), and there is also mobile connectivity for those who need it.

Secure parking is provided for those who bring their own vehicle.

Safari Activities

There are plenty of safari activities to enjoy at Canyon Village. One popular option is the morning hike, which offers guests a chance to explore the area's natural beauty while getting some exercise. There are also plenty of additional mapped hiking trails in the area, providing opportunities for more adventurous guests to explore the surrounding landscape.

Additional popular activity options include game drives to the edge of the Canyon, flights over the Fish River Canyon, horse riding, and sundowner drives.

Family Friendly

Canyon Village is a great place for families with a host of activities for families. The village is located in a beautiful setting, and there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures.

In Conclusion

Canyon Village celebrates the history and beauty of southern Namibia.

With 42 thatched rooms, a restaurant, a bar, a swimming pool, and a curio shop, it offers guests everything they need to relax and enjoy their stay in this stunning part of the world.

The cuisine on offer is really something special - with their own dairy, butchery, smokehouse, and greenhouse on-site, one can be sure that everything is fresh and delicious.

There are plenty of safari activities to choose from in the area and within the Gondwana Nature reserve itself.

So if you're looking for a place to celebrate your love of nature and history, look no further than what is on offer here!

Rates From

Rates from NAD$ 1 827.00 per person

Rates Information

Canyon Village Rates
Per person per night sharing
Rates are in Namibian Dollars (NAD)
*Rates may vary according to season

Rates Include
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • VAT
Rates Exclude
  • All other meals
  • All drinks
  • Transfers
  • Activities
  • Travel insurance
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