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Windhoek

Copyright: Andy Fuchs
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The postal service in Windhoek is operated by NamPost, which is the national postal service provider in Namibia. NamPost has several post offices located throughout Windhoek, offering a range of postal services, including mail delivery, parcel delivery, registered mail, and international courier services. In addition to traditional postal services, NamPost also offers financial services such as savings accounts, money transfers, and bill payments. Postal services in Windhoek are generally reliable, although delivery times for international mail may vary. Visitors to Windhoek can also access postal services at some of the larger hotels and resorts in the city. The Central Post Office of Windhoek is located in Independence Avenue, but there are several branches across the city.

Tourist Information

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National Parks
If you are planning to visit any of Namibia's spectacular national parks, remember that an entry permit is required, and a daily fee needs to be paid to the Ministry of the Environment and Tourism. Permits are issued at the MET office in Windhoek, which is located inside the Phillip Troskie Bulding (+264 61 …
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Passport / Visa
Citizens of multiple countries in Western Europe, North America, Russia & CIS, Southern Africa, as well as Australia and Japan (and more) do not require a visa to enter Namibia for a period of up to 90 days. Everyone entering Namibia must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months. Citizens of most …
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Best Time to Visit
Travellers intending to spend the majority of their stay in Windhoek can plan the trip for nearly any time of year. However, if you plan to include Namibian destinations further afield into your itinerary, consider April and May, when temperatures are moderate and rainfall relatively low. Juny, July and August are the driest months …
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Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH)
The Hosea Kutako International Airport is Namibia's primary air hub. It is located around 45 km away from Windhoek, so allow for enough time to reach the city. Although public transportation to and from the airport does exist, most visitors will be better off pre-booking a private transfer, as these tend to cost just as …
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Eros Airport (ERS)
Eros Airport is a small airport located in the capital. It primarily serves domestic flights within Namibia, as well as flights to some nearby destinations in South Africa and Botswana. The airport is operated by the Namibia Airports Company and has one runway. Although it's a small airport, Eros offers a number of services and …
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Public Transport
Although public buses do run in Windhoek, the easier way to get around is by means of either a shared or private taxi. Shared taxis are used widely by locals, and can be flagged down anywhere along Independence Avenue (it's easiest to get one by the Gustav Voigts Centre in Independence Avenue, known as Windhoek's …
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Taxi
Taxis can be hired off the street (many tend to cluster along Independence Ave, especially by the corner next to Zoo Park), fares are either metered or need to be agreed on in advance. There are plenty of taxi companies offering private taxi transfers upon phone order. Windhoek City Cab has a solid …
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Pharmacy
Pharmacies in Windhoek are widely available and offer a range of prescription and over-the-counter medications, as well as health and wellness products. There are both chain and independent pharmacies located throughout the city, with some open 24 hours a day. Most pharmacies have trained and licensed pharmacists who can offer advice. Mediclinic Windhoek on Heliodoor …
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Post
The postal service in Windhoek is operated by NamPost, which is the national postal service provider in Namibia. NamPost has several post offices located throughout Windhoek, offering a range of postal services, including mail delivery, parcel delivery, registered mail, and international courier services. In addition to traditional postal services, NamPost also offers financial services …
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Telephone
+264 (country code for Namibia) 61 (city code …
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Electricity
Three-pin plugs, type D or M 220 V, 50 …
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