Some fifty kilometers Northwest of the village of Noordoewer on the farm Aussenkehr
lies an undiscovered gem, the Norotshama River Resort.
Nestled in the great valley of the Karas region in southern Namibia and situated on the banks of the Orange River, this pristine, malaria-free resort offers a host of activities for the discerning traveler.
The Mighty Orange River
The great frontier that cuts between Namibia and its southern neighbor, South Africa, is the mighty Orange River a natural boundary that extends for some 500kms between the two countries
River Rafting
Norotshama River Resort offers peace and tranquility for those who really want to get away from it all. River rafting trips are available and vary in duration from one-day outings to three-day trips which overnight on the banks of the Orange.
Bird Watching and Fishing
Bird watching and fishing are practical alternatives for those who prefer the peace and quiet of the area.
Horse Riding
Horse riding trails are plentiful and are a superb way to take in the splendor of the beautiful surrounds.
Mountain Bike and 4x4 Trails
For mountain bike and 4x4 enthusiasts the farm Aussenkehr is a haven for those who appreciate the wide-open spaces. Set on 1000 square kilometers the farm has a 40-kilometer river frontage.
Discover Wild Desert Horses
From traveling along the Orange to exploring the challenging drives and onto some of the most captivating canyons, Norotshama will enchant and entice you. Guided tours to seek out the wild Namib horses that reside on the farm are a must.
Where these desert horses come from remains a mystery however it is largely thought that the horses are descendants of the horses from the German Schutztruppler. Abandoned after the invasion of the then German South West Africa in 1915. Extremely shy, these rugged beasts have adapted well to the demanding conditions of the desert.
A Photographer's Paradise
The clean pollution free skies make the area a paradise for photographers keen to take in the mesmerizing geological formations.
Explore Historical sites
Stooped in history the farm also has the relics of a German military battalion and a small graveyard of German Mounted Infantrymen that fell during the Nama rebellion of 1903 to 1906.
Visit the Cultural village
As a result of the innovative grape producing industry that has emerged in the region a developing community exists close to the Norotshama that serves the grape production project. A visit to this cultural village is a must see and one can't help but marvel at the enterprising construction of their village.
For further information contact Olaf Wijnen. norotshama@africaonline.com.na
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