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ome and experience the most complicated geological formation in Namibia! Two of the original guest farms in the south still belong to the same families after several generations, and provide a variety of activities to fill a tenday holiday. No wonder they call it the Naukluft Experience. Formed in 2005, it is the brainchild of the Sauber family of BüllsPort and the Schulze-Neuhoff family of Ababis. One of the farms is surrounded by the Naukluft Mountains, the other lies at the foot of the escarpment, where the Namib Desert plain stretches west into eternity. Together these farms provide a platform from which to experience the essence of the Namib’s mountains and gravel plains, its intriguing biological diversity and abundant wildlife. Not least the interesting geology of a mountain range that is still sliding south. It is a little more complicated than that, but the mere thought is enough to make you look twice. Taking the route to the Namib via Remhoogte Pass, turn south to find BüllsPort or continue north-west to Ababis. Both are situated along one of the popular roads to the iconic Sossusvlei. Add “pause” to your itinerary. If geology is your interest, this area is the place to start the journey. If off the beaten track vistas and landscapes bring you joy, the variety on both of these farms are breathtaking. For photographers, the scope, scenes and settings are astounding. Hiking in the Naukluft mountains is a challenging, rewarding and extraordinary experience. The Naukluft offers enough variety and options to give true hikers a lifetime of opportunities. Don’t miss the Quiver Tree Gorge with the spectacular view from the Naukluft plateau. Johanna Sauber has bred Namibian Warmblood horses on BüllsPort for the past two decades. Riders and children have the extraordinary opportunity to explore on horseback, coming close to the mountain zebra, kudu and springbok in this rugged mountainous terrain.
Tel: +264 63 6933 71/ 63 Email: naukluft@iway.na Web: www.naukluft-experience.com Tel: +264 63 293 362 Email: info2@ababis-gaestefarm.de Web: www.ababis-gaestefarm.de Tel: +264 63 693371/693363 Email: info@buellsport.com Web: www.buellsport.com
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In the desert water is life. Ababis with its springs was inhabited by pre-historic hunter-gatherers who built rock shelters and left evidence of their existence in the form of stone tools and artefacts as well as rock art. Ababis guest farm holds special treats in store for guests. Game meat, vegetables from the garden and products from neighbouring farms, prepared according to recipes inspired by the region’s Nama people, are served at the large dining table. Where else than on a farm would you be able to enjoy freshly baked bread, home-made marmalade and smoked beef for breakfast? Need to up your driving skills while having fun? Ababis has the only off-road Driving Academy to prepare you for the challenge of gravel roads. And when you say goodbye, be pleased to know that you have contributed to the Naukluft Foundation, backed by Ababis and Büllsport, that supports the local community and especially the primary school at Nabasib.