Windhoek, Namibia
Republic of Namibia
As the capital of Namibia, this city offers museums, historic sites, and local cuisine.
📖 About Windhoek
Windhoek is the capital and largest city of Namibia.
It is located in central Namibia in the Khomas Highland plateau area, at around 1,700 m (5,600 ft) above sea level, almost exactly at the country's geographical centre.
The population of Windhoek, which was 486,169 in 2023, is constantly growing due to a continued migration from other regions in Namibia.
Trip Settings
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Total Budget
$1,540
$110 per day × 7 days × 2 travelers
Accommodation
$60 per night
Food & Dining
$24 per day
Local Transport
$10 per day
Entertainment
Budget Tips for Windhoek
- Group safaris are more affordable than private tours
- Dry season is best for wildlife viewing
- Local matatus/minibuses are very cheap
- Negotiate prices for most services
Namibia Facts
🏛️ Capital
Windhoek
🌍 Continent
Africa
📐 Area
825,615 km²
📞 Phone Code
+264
💰 Currency
Namibian dollar
$ (NAD)
🗺️ Region
Southern Africa
🗣️ Languages Spoken:
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
2 sites in Namibia
Twyfelfontein or /Ui-//aes
Twyfelfontein or /Ui-//aes has one of the largest concentrations of ... petroglyphs, i.e. rock engravings in Africa. Most of these well-preserved engr...
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