How to Plan a Trip to Windhoek
The complete 2026 guide — flights, hotels, things to do and airport transfers, all in one place. Everything a first-time visitor to Namibia needs.
Your 4-step Windhoek plan
Step 1 — Book flights to WDH
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) is the main gateway to Windhoek. Compare fares across major airlines and OTAs before locking a date.
See flight deals to WDHStep 2 — Pick a neighborhood
Base yourself in Katutura Township tour for the best first-time visit — Historic apartheid-era township on Windhoek outskirts.
Where to stay in WindhoekStep 3 — Plan your itinerary
Start with Christuskirche + Alte Feste (Old Fort), then build outward. Most first-time visitors need 3-5 days to see the highlights of Windhoek.
Things to do in WindhoekStep 4 — Sort your airport transfer
Airport shuttle (SafariCar) is NAD 300-450 (~USD 16-25) and takes 45-60 min. Pre-book a private transfer for stress-free arrival.
WDH arrival guideBefore you book — visa check
Visa-free for most nationalities up to 90 days (US, UK, EU, AU, CA, JP). Some African + Asian nationalities need visa. YELLOW FEVER CERTIFICATE required from endemic countries.