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Group A Southern Namibia

Ai-/Ais Hot Springs Game Park

A desert sanctuary where ancient hot springs meet the dramatic Fish River Canyon.

Best Time:April to September
Recommended Stay:2-3 days
Vehicle:2WD main routes; 4x4 for exploration

Overview

About This Park

Ai-/Ais Hot Springs Game Park sits at the southern end of the Fish River Canyon, one of the largest canyons in the world. The park is named after the natural hot sulphur springs that have drawn visitors for centuries.

Heritage

History & Conservation

Proclaimed as a game park to protect the fragile canyon ecosystem and its endemic species, Ai-/Ais has been a cornerstone of southern Namibia's conservation efforts.

Highlights

What Makes This Park Unique

  • Southern terminus of the Fish River Canyon hiking trail
  • Natural hot sulphur springs
  • Dramatic canyon geology spanning 500 million years
  • Exceptional stargazing

Our Perspective

The Grow Namibia View

Ai-/Ais rewards those who arrive with patience. The canyon reveals itself over days, through changing light and shifting shadows.

Practical

Visitor Information

Gate Hours

06:00 – 18:00

Road Conditions

Well-maintained gravel roads

Facilities

Hot spring pools, campsites, chalets, restaurant

Accessibility

Moderate

Official MEFT Fee Schedule

All fees for this park are calculated from the official Park Entrance and Conservation Fees document published by MEFT.

View Official MEFT Fee Document