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Namibia is considered an arid country with an average precipitation level of only 270mm. The climate is generally temperate to warm in the interior with a temperate yet very dry climate along the coast. Temperatures in the interior can rise to well above 35° in summer during the day and fall below freezing in winter during the night. Most precipitation in the coastal areas is in the form of fog that rolls a few kilometres inland from the Atlantic to dissipate in the heat of the interior. What rainfall there is, generally falls in summer with the highest rainfall areas in the country concentrated in the extreme north-east stretching from Rundu in Okavango Region to Katima Mulilo in the eastern section of Caprivi.

Average minimum and maximum temperatures in centigrade are as follows:

Summer Autumn Winter Spring

Nov-Mar Apr-Jun Jul-Aug Sep-Oct

Windhoek 17-30 13-26 06-20 15-29

Swakopmund 16-20 13-19 09-17 11-16

Keetmanshoop 18-35 14-29 05-21 13-31

Grootfontein 18-30 13-27 04-24 16-32

Rundu 19-31 15-30 06-26 18-35

Travel to Namib Region	Travel to Caprivi Strip
Travel to Central Namibia	Travel to Northern Namibia
Travel to Southern Namibia	Travel to Skeleton Coast Region

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	Sossusvlei Shuttle 2010 : Windhoek - Sossusvlei - Windhoek From US$678 per person per night	A 3-day trip that takes you from Windhoek to the spectacular dunes of the Sossuvlei and back to Windhoek. Stay overnight in the luxurious Namib Naukluft Lodge. *Tour Duration:* 3 days

	Royal Livingstone Hotel, Impalila Island Lodge & Susuwe Island Lodge From per person per night	A stunning 7 day trip to the mighty Victoria Falls, the north-eastern tip of Namibia and the remote Kwando River. This trip provides visitors with the opportunity to experience luxury and tranquility as well as a wild and untouched island stay. *Tour Duration:* 7 days

	Royal Livingstone & Ntwala Island Lodge From per person per night	An exclusive 5 day trip to the mighty Victoria Falls and the Mambova rapids. The Royal Livingstone is a 5 star luxury hotel situated on the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls, with a unique Zambezi River frontage. Ntwala Island Lodge lies at the confluence of the Zambezi and Chobe Rivers, 80 km upstream from Victoria Falls. This Lodge comprises four ultra luxury styled suites, each inclusive of a private plunge pool fringed by white sand. *Tour Duration:* 5 days

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Namibia - Tourist Information
Statistics Statistics Population: 2.0 million Area: 852 418 sq. kms. GDP per capita: US$ 7 000 Languages: English, Afrikaans, German		Introduction Incredible quiet is the overwhelming impression of this vast, sparsely populated country. Rugged mountains of sun-seared rock point their jagged edges into the vast expanse of blue African sky.... More »»
Climate Namibia is considered an arid country with an average precipitation level of only 270mm. The climate is generally temperate to warm in the interior with a temperate yet very dry climate along the... More »»		Currency and Credit Cards The currency in Namibia is the Namibian Dollar. The currency in Namibia is the Namibian Dollar. At this moment there are banknotes in denominations of $200, $100, $50, $20 and $10 and coins of $5, $1,... More »»
Electricity The Namibian power grid uses 220/240 volts AC 50 Hertz. Wall sockets (round 3 pin) are rated to carry a maximum of 15 amps. It is important to carry a 3 pin round adapter, which can be purchased in... More »»		Public Holidays 01 January - New Year’s Day 21 March - Independence Day Good Friday (Easter weekend) - April (variable date) Family Day (Easter weekend) - April (variable date) 01 May - Workers day 04 May -... More »»
Visas and Entry Requirements Valid passports are required by all foreign nationals to enter Namibia. Citizens of the following countries do not require visas to enter Namibia: United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland, Russia,... More »»		Economy Namibia is particularly rich in alluvial diamond deposits that are mined with earth moving equipment along the southern coastal areas, under the immense sand dunes along the coast, and from the seabed... More »»
Geography Namibia is situated between the Cunene and Kavango Rivers forming part of Angola’s border in the north and the Orange River, which demarcates South Africa’s border in the south, with Botswana forming... More »»		History The harsh and unrelenting nature of Namibia acted as a deterrent to an early European colonisation of this country. Isolated contact with European explorers, traders and hunters stretched back as far... More »»
Physical Features The Namib, the most ancient desert in the world, acts as a barrier between the central highlands and the cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Namibia’s long coastline is set against a backdrop of vast... More »»		Political Features Namibia is divided into thirteen regions and its official, yet least spoken language, is English. English is the language of business and government. The capital city is Windhoek, which is situated at... More »»
Accommodation Namibia provides a wide-range of tourist accommodation ranging from luxury hotels to bed and breakfast type accommodation to simple National Parks bungalows and campsites.		Banks and Foreign Exchange Banking hours in most centres are 09h00 to 15h30 Mondays to Fridays, and 08h30 to 11j00 on Saturday. Foreign bank notes and travellers cheques may be converted into local currency at most banks... More »»
Business Hours Most businesses and shops are open between 08h30 and 17h00 on weekdays and between 09h00 and 13h00 on Saturdays.		Dining and Drinking Namibian food reflects the agricultural and marine resources of the country. Superb meat products including beef, lamb and venison feature prominently. The countries rich marine reserves also reflect... More »»
Media and Television A small variety of daily and weekly English and other local language newspapers are available in Namibia. In addition regular periodicals produced in South Africa covering every conceivable subject... More »»		Medical Care Visitors are responsible for their own medical needs and it is advisable to carry comprehensive medical insurance. There are Public Hospitals in Windhoek and in most towns with services ranging from... More »»
Postal Services Post Offices are open from 08h30 to 16h00 on weekdays and from 08h30 to 12h00 on Saturdays.		Telephones A modern and efficient telephone service is available in almost all parts of the country. Direct national and international dialling is possible in almost all areas. Pay phones operating with coins... More »»
Tipping Tipping for service is standard practice in Namibia and usually ranges around 10% in restaurants and about N$5 for hotel porters. Cleaners and maids in hotels and Bed and Breakfast establishments... More »»		Air Travel Direct flights from Germany and the United Kingdom link Namibia direct to Europe. Flights from other European countries, North and South America, Australia, the Far East and the Middle East provide... More »»
Road Travel and Public Transport The road network is well developed and of a high standard. Most major international and a number of local car hire companies are represented in Namibia. Easy access to car hire from Windhoek airport... More »»		Security Namibia is a relatively crime free country. Petty thieving can be a problem and occasionally crime of a more serious nature does occur. Visitors should be aware of the following: · Avoid lonely and... More »»

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