Skeleton Damara Expedition

Get ready for an adventurous and fast-paced expedition! From the formidable Skeleton Coast into the remote western Damaraland and back onto the wild Atlantic Coast, this exhilarating riding safari takes you through contrasting landscapes and is adrenaline-guaranteed.

Best period
March, October
Price
From € 6.770
Ideal length
11 days/10 nights
Level
Experienced

Highlights

Combine contrasting and truly unique landscapes in one single expedition.

Spot shipwrecks at the Skeleton Coast from horseback.

Enjoy the thrill of unlimited, fast-paced riding on incredibly fit and well-trained horses.

Sleep out under the stars every night with memorable Milky Way views.

Quick facts

11 days/10 nights
Experienced
Groups up to 12
5 - 7 hours/day in the saddle
Windhoek Hosea Kutako / Walvis Bay


At a glance

This expedition starts in colourful Swakopmund at the Atlantic Ocean. From there you’ll head to the almost inaccessible Damaraland region. This is a truly breath-taking part of Namibia with ancient craters, endless open plains and delicate patterns of colour. Then you’ll descent into the lower reaches of the Ugab river, before reaching the lichen-covered coastal plains of the Skeleton Coast. On your ride you may expect to spot numerous shipwrecks on the golden beaches of the Skeleton Coast, as well as desert-adapted wildlife in rugged Damaraland. Get ready for some fast-paced riding through unlimited landscapes in-between all the sightseeing.

 


More information

Eat, ride, sleep, repeat. That’s the rhythm of this epic expedition through the Skeleton Coast and Damaraland. You’ll camp wild for eight nights with all the essential camp life luxuries: ice in your sundowners, hot bucket showers, delicious food around companionable campfires and incredible Milky Way views. Living with your horse 24/7 in wild, remote areas is a life-changing sensation and is most likely why these Namibian expeditions have such a high return rate. Close bonds are built with your fellow travel companions and four-legged friends as you live this adventure together.

The first night of the trip you’ll stay in hotel in Swakopmund. The final night is spent in a luxury beach house. Your luggage is transported in vehicles each day.

 

 

What do others say?

I’ve always dreamed of a riding holiday abroad. After all, with a horse you get to places you never reach otherwise. Determined to embark on this journey alone, I stumbled upon Outside the Corral. Instantly, it felt right. Their website exuded clarity and honesty, instilling a sense of trust within me. What truly resonated was that Laure-Anne, the founder, had personally experienced the destination. She had witnessed the people, interacted with the horses, and ensured impeccable organization and care for these majestic creatures. This attention to detail gave me a comforting sense of security. Before the trip, I reached out with a few questions, and the communication was fantastic. Laure-Anne shared a brief account of her own experience, fostering a sense of familiarity. It also reassured my loved ones back home. I also liked the idea that you can communicate in your own language in case something happens. There are far too many incredible moments to recount them all, but the entire experience was an enchanting tapestry. The horses were exceptionally well-cared-for, reflecting the passion and devotion of the knowledgeable duo who led our journey. And great travel companions, with whom I visited special places, saw beautiful views and had a lot of fun.
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I recently had the privilege of embarking on an authentic riding holiday in Botswana, organised by the fantastic team at Outside the Corral. I cannot express enough how extraordinary this experience was! I would like to express my sincere thanks to Outside the Corral for putting together such a unique and enriching experience. This trip went beyond a holiday, it was an immersion in the beauty and authenticity of Botswana. If you are looking for adventure, connection and memories that will last a lifetime, look no further. Thank you Laure-Anne for making my riding holiday in Botswana truly incredible!
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Amber de Tollenaere
Very nice experience! Laure-Anne makes all the time for you, discusses your wishes and then gives options that suit you. As a result, the trip suits the person booking it. But also afterwards, Laure-Anne is easy to reach for questions and thinks along with you. For example, my flight got changed and she immediately thought about how to solve the transfer. Also the personal aspect, with a message before your trip, but also checking in afterwards to see how your trip went. Makes it a nice and personal travel agency. And because she only offers riding holidays and visits them herself, she knows what she is selling. Laure-Anne, thanks again for the service and the fantastic trip I made thanks to you. I will definitely book here more often!
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Amazing trip! Exceptional experiences! No words needed. So grateful to get to know ‘Outside the Corral ‘. Thank you for letting me know this way of traveling. Perfect organisation. Thank you so much!
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Sofie Renier

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