Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Officials in Namibia aren't as sensitive about photography as in some other African
countries, but it still isn't a good idea to photograph borders, airports, communications
equipment or military installations without first asking permission from any uniformed
personnel that might be present.
If you're still shooting print and slide film, it's best to bring extra rolls from home.
Memory cards for digital cameras are widely available in Windhoek and Swakopmund,
and most internet cafes can burn your photos onto CD. Prices are generally very cheap for
these services, and shouldn't cost more than a few US dollars.
For pointers on taking pictures in Africa, look out for Lonely Planet's
Travel Photo-
graphy
book.
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Country code
264
Area codes
Namibia uses 3-digit area codes
International access code
00
Emergency
10111
Post
Domestic post generally moves slowly; it can take weeks for a letter to travel from Lüder-
itz to Katima Mulilo, for example. Overseas airmail post is normally more efficient.
Public Holidays
Banks, government offices and most shops are closed on public holidays; when a public
holiday falls on a Sunday, the following day also becomes a holiday.
New Year's Day
1 January
Good Friday
March or April
Easter Sunday
March or April
Easter Monday
March or April
