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Namibia is a southern African country with a moderately developed economy wedged between the Kalahari Desert and the Atlantic Ocean. It shares borders with Angola, and Zambia to the north, Botswana to the east, and South Africa to the south. NAMIBIA is Africa's youngest nation, having gained independence in 1991. Together with the arid wilderness regions of Kaokoveld and Damaraland, the Namib Desert occupies much of the country. This desert is a result of the cold Benguela Current, which flows northwards from Antarctica and prevents the development of moist onshore conditions. Approximately three times the size of Germany, Namibia's total population is only 1.5 million. The famous Etosha National Park is among a number of well-managed wildlife reserves, and there are vast areas of complete wilderness.
Namibia has become a popular safari destination with remote intimate lodges offering unique opportunities to become involved with the cultural heritage of all its peoples.
The many national parks and game reserves offer a huge variety of wildlife from giraffes in the Etosha National Park, Oryx on the dunes of Sossusvlei and thousands of seals on the beaches of the Skeleton Coast.
Full Name:
Republic of Namibia
Capital City:
Windhoek
Climate:
Coastal temperatures are tropical, highland areas tend to be temperate. The hotter rainy seasons are March through May and October through December.
Area:
825,418 sq km
318,600 sp miles
Population:
1,800,000
Time Zone:
GMT/UTC +2
Languages:
English, Afrikaans, Herero, German, Osikwanyama
Currency:
Namibia Dollar (N$)
Electricity:
220V 50HzHz
Electric plug details:
South African/Indian-style plug with two circular metal pins above a large circular grounding pin
Country calling code:
264
Entry Requirements: All passengers require a valid passport to enter Namibia. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months and should contain enough blank pages for visas and immigration stamps.
It is the passenger’s responsibility to check the visa requirements for all countries you intend visiting.
For more Consular and visa information please visit: US State Department.gov or contact the relevant consular office or embassy at Embassy World.com
Health Requirements: Please contact your personal physician regarding vaccination requirements and recommendations for all countries you intend visiting. You can also access the Center for Disease Control website at: CDC.gov
Photography: Bring plenty of film and batteries as it is expensive and the hotels and lodges do not always stock all film types. For Digital photography bring plenty of memory cards and extra batteries. A small digital hard drive backup is also an excellent way to ensure that your pictures come home safe and sound!
Clothing/Packing: Generally throughout the year casual comfortable clothing is worn, cottons and linens are the best materials to pack. Sweaters and jackets are necessary for morning and evening game drives, as the weather is often chilly. Earthy colors such as khaki, olive green, and beige are more suitable for safaris while comfortable walking shoes are essential. Rain gear is always a good idea. Depending on the itinerary you choose we will provide you with an appropriate suggested clothing list however, sun block, hats, sunglasses, binoculars, a travel alarm clock, a small flashlight and insect repellent are a must.
Tipping: Tipping is discretionary however 10% is acceptable in restaurants.
Tipping guidelines for safaris are different. Please ask us for details.
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