Questions & answers

Namibia is a good destination throughout the year. The Kalahari has a typical desert climate: sunny, warm days and cool, clear nights, always accompanied by a gentle breeze. Rather than four distinct seasons, there are warmer and cooler months, with a generally summery feel. You can enjoy Kuzikus at any time of year; the slightly cooler months from March to October are best for horse riding.

Namibia is a truly sunny country, with more than 300 days of sunshine a year. The climate is dry, clear and usually pleasantly warm, with large differences between daytime and night-time temperatures. The southern summer, from December to February, can be hot; this is also when most of the often brief rain showers occur. The dry season, from March to November, is the classic safari season: sparse vegetation, excellent wildlife sightings and pleasant daytime temperatures. Winter nights can be chilly or cold, however, so always pack a jacket.

Applying for a visa:
- E-visa (recommended): apply online through the Namibian government’s official e-services portal.
- Visa on arrival: available on arrival at international airports and border crossings.
- Embassy: apply in advance at a Namibian diplomatic mission abroad.

Fees & validity: NAD 1,600 (approximately €80); free for children under 6. Stays are usually granted for 30 days and can be extended to a maximum of 90 days per calendar year.

Required documents: A passport valid for at least 6 months with 3 blank pages, a return or onward flight ticket, proof of accommodation and sufficient financial means.

Travelling with children: an international birth certificate in English is required, along with certified consent from any parent not travelling, where applicable. 

Follow this link to the Namibian government’s e-services portal

If your passport is lost or stolen, copies give you a clear advantage: immediate proof for the authorities, easier issue of a replacement document, and help with rebookings and emergencies. Our tip: keep one or two paper copies separately from the original, as well as a digital copy.

Kuzikus is not in a malaria-risk area: it lies in the heart of the Kalahari, far from the risk zones. Namibia’s low-risk malaria area only begins in the northern part of the Etosha Pan region. Tropical medicine institutes nevertheless often recommend prophylaxis as a precaution. In our own experience, however, there has not been a single case of malaria since the company was founded. More important than prophylaxis is knowing the symptoms and taking stand-by medication if needed.

Yellow fever is only relevant when arriving from a yellow-fever area. Otherwise, no vaccinations are compulsory and routine vaccinations are recommended. It is best to check briefly with your GP.