Namibia, clothing & personal care., Namibia

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Skincare:

It is recommended that you wear sun block at all times.

Bring a hat and sunglasses – Namibia has sunshine throughout the year.

Clothing:

As Namibia has hot days and cool nights, warm clothing is necessary no matter what part of Namibia is visited.

When visiting during the summer it is advisable to pack cotton clothing.

Electric:

Points for electric shavers (current 250VAC) are available at most hotels, resorts and the airport.

Diseases:

Northern Namibia is a Malaria-endemic zone.

Travelers must have the necessary medication/prophylaxis, insect repellent lotions or sprays.

It is advisable to sleep under a mosquito net at night when visiting Northern Namibia.

If windows and doors are not screened with mosquito netting, keep them closed.

Extreme caution should be exercised when considering bathing in African rovers. Most carry Bilharzias patho-gene and harbor crocodiles and hippos.

Photographers:

Keep film in a cool box, especially while traveling.

It is advisable to have all lenses fitted with UV filters due to harsh light.

Security:

When traveling by road, keep your vehicle locked at all times.

Visible articles of value should be locked in a safe place and kept out of sight so as not to tempt petty thieves.

Be aware of handbag snatchers and pick pockets.

Road travel:

Traffic in Namibia is drives on the left side, as in the United Kingdom.

Distances and speed are measures in kilometers.

Gas stations are available throughout Namibia and are located approximately 200 miles apart. However, they do not accept credit cards as form of payment for gas. Ensure that you have cash (Namibian Dollars or South African Rand).

The distances in the desert are always double what you bargained for. Off the motorway most roads are gravel and as such dangerous to negotiate above 35 m/ph.

It is advisable not to drive at night as wild animals become more active at sunset/sunrise.

Switch on your vehicles headlights to be more visible in dusty conditions on the road.

Permits must be obtained when traveling to National Parks or Game Reserves.

Water:

Water is Namibia’s scarcest commodity.

Tourists can contribute positively to water-saving efforts by using the shower.

It is illegal to wash a car using a hosepipe. Use a bucket of water and a cloth instead.

Minimize on leaving water running while shaving, brushing teeth or washing hands.

Namibia’s tap water is drinkable.

When traveling by road ensure you have adequate drinking water.

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