Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
sphere. However, take comfort in the fact that this fog rolls up to 50km inland, and
provides life-sustaining moisture for desert plants and animals.
Note that there is a continuing programme of street name changes (eg Lazarett St to
Anton Lubowski Ave) around town which can be confusing - where possible we've used
new names (as signed in the town) or both in the text.
Dangers & Annoyances
Although the palm-fringed streets and cool sea breezes in Swakopmund are unlikely to
make you tense, you should always keep your guard up in town. Regardless of how re-
laxed the ambience might be, petty crime unfortunately occurs.
If you have a private vehicle, be sure that you leave it all locked up with no possessions
inside visible during the day. At night, you need to make sure you're parked in a gated
parking lot and not on the street. Also, when you're choosing a hotel or hostel, be sure
that the security precautions (ie an electric fence and/or a guard) are up to your standards.
Finally, although Swakopmund is generally safe at night, it's best to stay in a group, and
when possible, take a taxi to and from your accommodation.
Emergency
Ambulance
( 081 124 0019)
Police
( 402431, 10111)
Internet Access
Swakopmund Internet Cafe
(Shop 1, Atlanta Cinema Building, Nedbank Arcade; 30min
N$20; closed Sun morning)
Down the mall that is opposite the Garden Cafe.
Medical Services
Nujoma Ave)
For doctors' visits, go to this recommended centre.
Money
There are plenty of banks in the centre of town with ATMs - try around the corner of To-
bias Hainyeko St and Sam Nujoma Ave.
Post
Main Post Office
(Garnison St)
Also sells telephone cards and offers fax services.
