The North of Namibia is the most populated of Namibia but also the one whose rural character is most asserted. The abundant vegetation that surrounds the villages and their traditional kraals contrasts with the arid vastness of Bushmanland… Further west, the territory becomes hostile – one of the last truly wild territories really wild of the continent: desert elephants and petrified forests animate breath-taking landscapes…

Advices:

• Apart from the Etosha National Park, if this region of Namibia is not the most visited it is that it addresses the most valiant... Here, more than elsewhere unexpected lands are really awaiting you! An itinerary that would take you from Kaoakoland to Victoria Falls through Etosha and the Caprivi Strip would not lack charm, provided you prepare well...!
• Most of the travellers who join Etosha make a stop in a stopover city to make provision, use Internet and enjoy good restaurants: Outjo coming from the south, Tsumeb coming from the east...
• It’s the ideal area to share some of the Himba culture. Himba women paint their bodies with a fragrant blend of butter, ochre and herbs, which gives their skin a dark orange hue.

The Great Namibia

Namibia, what else could we ask for? Almost permanent sunshine, great variety of landscapes with wild beauty, national parks rich in fauna and flora. In the West, the Namib desert, the oldest on the planet, the world highest dunes. In the South, the Fish River Canyon, the biggest after the Colorado. In the North, the largest national park in Africa: Etosha. A captivating country with extraordinary natural riches, Namibia deserves its nickname "Jewel of Africa".

When to go?

Subtropical and dry with warm days and cool nights. During the southern summer (from November to March), temperatures vary from 16 to 34°C and in desert areas they can reach 40 to 45°C. In winter (from June to August), they range from 4 to 22℃ and sometimes fall below 0℃ on the relief or in the desert.

The best season to go to Namibia is during the first weeks of November and April. Its not the peak season and the conditions of visit are good. If the high season (May to October) wins the prize of the best climate. Its not necessarily the best because tourists are the most numerous. The rainy season should be avoided if there are plans to explore national parks.

Formalities

The passport must include two blank pages and still be valid for 6 months after the expected date of exit from Namibia. The visa is not compulsory for French nationals. Holders of a French passport are granted tourist visa permits for a maximum of 90 days, which are issued free of charge upon arrival, in particular for immigration checks at Windhoek airport.

For any minor child: a multilingual extract of birth certificate (or an unabridged birth certificate translated into English - certified translation) is required to enter and leave Namibia (in the case of a child traveling with his 2 parents). Please consult the official sites for more information about all the requested documents according to your case.

Health

No vaccination is required for entry into Namibia.

Anti-malarial treatment is recommended (see your doctor). However, it is advisable to check the updating of your usual reminders and vaccinations as for any trip.

Currency

The currency in Namibia is the Namibian dollar (NAD).
Bank cards and traveller’s checks are widely accepted in Namibia, except for the purchase of gasoline especially inside the parks. Major credit cards are accepted in most shops, restaurants and hotels.
Banks and foreign exchange offices make the exchange of your currencies

For your payments, do not hesitate to use the South African rand.