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Explore Namibia

Capital City

Windhoek

Language

20+ languages

Currency

Namibian Dollar

TimeZone

Central African Time (GMT +2)

Why travel to Namibia with Stay Wild?

Going solo can be expensive

Namibia can be a tricky country to travel solo. With limited public transport and huge distances between destinations, having your own vehicle is often essential to experience the best of the country. However, hiring a car and covering these costs alone can quickly turn into an expensive adventure.

Be a passenger princess

There’s a lot of driving involved when exploring Namibia, but joining a group trip means you don’t have to worry about being behind the wheel. Instead, you can sit back, take in the scenery, and fully enjoy the journey.

Share the experience

We’ve been told countless times that our group trips are life-changing experiences. The destinations and adventures are a big part of that, but it’s the incredible women who join us that create the real magic.

FAQs: Everything you need to know

Get to know a destination before you go! Here are answers to the most common questions we get. If you need more info, feel free to reach out.

Namibia is generally considered one of the safer countries in Africa for travellers. It has a stable tourism industry, friendly locals, and many visitors travel independently or on road trips without issues.

The main things to be aware of are petty crime in some urban areas, keeping valuables secure, and taking care while driving long distances, especially on gravel roads and in remote areas.

Namibia is absolutely worth visiting, especially if you’re looking for a destination that feels wild, remote, and different. It’s home to some of Africa’s most dramatic landscapes, from towering desert dunes and rugged coastlines to vast open plains filled with wildlife.

It’s a place where you can sleep under some of the world’s clearest skies, explore ancient landscapes, and have the feeling of being fully immersed in nature. It’s particularly special for travellers who enjoy road trips, camping and nature.

Namibia uses the Namibian Dollar. Most places accept card, including campsites, accommodation, petrol stations and supermarkets. That being said, it's always handy to have cash on you for tipping parking attendants, visiting villages, and for emergencies if your card isn't working.

Namibia is a very multilingual country, with over 20 languages and dialects spoken across its communities.

The main languages include English (the official language), Oshiwambo, Afrikaans, Khoekhoegowab (Nama/Damara), Otjiherero, German, and several San languages. Many Namibians are multilingual and speak more than one language.

Namibian cuisine is a mix of African, German, and South African influences, with a strong focus on hearty meals, grilled meats, game, and fresh seafood along the coast.

The best time to visit Namibia is between May and October, during the dry season when temperatures are cooler, skies are clear, and wildlife viewing is at its best.

This is the ideal time for exploring the desert landscapes, going on safari, and camping under the stars, with July to September offering some of the best game viewing as animals gather around waterholes. Expect chilly mornings and nights, especially in the desert

Most countries, including citizens from the UK, US, EU, Canada and Australia, require a visa to visit Namibia. You can check whether you need a visa here

A 90-day tourist visa costs N$1,600 (approximately £75) and can be obtained either by applying online for an e-visa or on arrival in Namibia. 

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