Namibian ATM's & the Rains in Etosha

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dobermanndog
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Am flying to Namibia in 4 days time.

I have a few questions:

  • ATM's: In the smaller towns are these operational around the clock or located inside bank branches?

  • What is the typical withdrawal limit?

  • As I set out from Windhoek on Monday morning 27th December (a public holiday presumably), where should I stock up on supplies?

  • Any particular item experienced Namibian travellers would recommend that I should bring for a camping safari?

  • What has the rainfall been like over Etosha so far this wet season?

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am021169
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Businesses should be open on the 27th. Saturday is Christmas, Sunday Boxing Day and Monday is back to normal.

If you're in Windhoek there are plenty of options for sticking up on supplies (food I'm presuming)? Pick n' Pay, Checkers, Superspar and Shoprite are all supermarket chains in Windhoek - and it's a small city.

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getyoung
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Most ATMs don't take MasterCards so bring Visa. If you're coming from South Africa, bring South African Rands since it is accepted as local currency in Namibia. They'll give you change in Namibian Rand. And use all your Namibian Rand or exchange it before you leave the country because you will have tough time exchanging it outside of Namibia.

I was on a camping tour in Namibia in November. It had several major storms but was great for photography. That said, because of the rain, you should mosquito repellent and seriously consider taking malaria pills.

Have fun! Remember to try Namibian oysters. It is excellent!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/youngadventure/sets/72157625578378522/

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braaiseason
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I think the withdrawal limit daily is 3000 namibian dollars.

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