Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
SIGHTS & ACTIVITIES
Travelling by campervan and camping, or faking it in luxury tented lodges, are thrilling
experiences for young and old alike, while attractions such as the wildlife of Etosha Na-
tional Park or the world's biggest sandbox at Sossusvlei provide ample family entertain-
ment.
Full-scale safaris are generally suited to older children. Be aware that some upmarket
lodges and safari companies won't accept children under a certain age and those that do
may require you to book separate game drives. Endless hours of driving and animal view-
ing can be an eternity for small children, so you'll need to break up your trip with lots of
pit stops and picnics, and plenty of time spent poolside where possible.
Older children are well catered for with a whole host of exciting activities. Swakop-
mund is an excellent base for these. They include everything from horse riding and sand-
boarding to ballooning and paragliding. Less-demanding activities might include looking
for interesting rocks (and Namibia has some truly incredible rocks!); beachcombing along
the Skeleton Coast; or running and rolling in the dunes at Lüderitz, Sossusvlei, Swakop-
mund and elsewhere along the coast.
Customs Regulations
Most items from elsewhere in the Southern African Customs Union - Botswana, South
Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland - may be imported duty-free. From elsewhere, visitors can
import duty-free 400 cigarettes or 250g of tobacco, 2L of wine, 1L of spirits and 250ml of
eau de cologne. Those aged under 18 do not qualify for the tobacco or drinks allowances.
There are no limits on currency import, but entry and departure forms ask how much you
intend to spend or have spent in the country.
Automobiles may not be sold in Namibia without payment of duty. For pets, you need a
health certificate and full veterinary documentation; note that pets aren't permitted in na-
tional parks or reserves.
Discount Cards
Those with student cards score a 15% discount on Intercape Mainliner buses, and occa-
sionally receive discounts on museum admissions. Seniors over 60, with proof of age, also
receive a 15% discount on Intercape Mainliner buses, and good discounts on domestic Air
Namibia fares.
