Namibia Country Quickfacts
| Area: | 825,615 km² 318,696 sq mi |
| Capital: | Windhoek |
| Country Code: | 264 |
| Country Population: | 2,113,077 |
| Credit Cards: | Visa and Master Card are the popular credit cards in Namibia. In more remote areas, payment may take a little longer due to connectivity. |
| Currency: | Namibian dollar (NAD) |
| Departure Tax: | There is no departure tax when leaving Namibia |
| Drives on the: | Left |
| Electricity: | 220 - 240 V |
| Ethnic Groups: | 86% African (50% Owambo, 9% Kavango, 7% Herero, 7% Damara, 5% Nama, 4% Caprivian, 3% San, 2% Baster, 0.5% Tswana) |
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| Location: | Eastern Coast, bordered by Angola to the north, Botswana to the east and South Africa to the South |
| Official Language(s): | Languages spoken include Ovambo, Damara, Kavango & Herero, although the official language is English, with German and Afrikaans being widely spoken |
| Religion: | Christian, Lutheran, native religions |
| Time Zone: | WAT (UTC+1) |
| Tipping: | Tipping is accepted in Namibia with 10% as an average for a good meal. |
Namibia Travel Information
At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy-to-navigate travel information section dedicated to Namibia.
Learn about the history and culture of Namibia, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Namibia's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information, will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Namibia for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Namibia tours today!
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