Safari Holidays to South Africa and Namibia for independent travellers.

Water

Tap water is chemically treated and safe to drink in major cities and towns, but you can often taste the chemicals, so it is not particularly pleasant.  Bottled water is readily available and is a much nicer-tasting alternative! 

We also advise that you do not drink the water in more remote places such as Etosha and other National Parks, or on farms - the water may be safe to drink, but it simply is not worth the risk or being laid up with a dodgy stomach for the next few days.

Whatever you do, do not drink water from any river lake without firstly purifying the water.  Ask in your local camping shop specialist about buying water purification tablets and equipment to take away with you if you think you may need to do this during your trip. 

Always have a bottle in the car with you on a long journey to avoid dehydration.

Electricity

The Namibian power is 220 volts, 15 amps, which is delivered through either a 2 or 3 pin round socket. 

Most airport shops sell adapters for foreign plugs, or they can be bought in selected hardware shops in larger towns. 

Electricity supply is reliable in cities and towns, but you may experience problems in more remote areas, especially during heavy thunderstorms, and you should be prepared for a sudden power failure!