AYIVOO Journal

Stories, ideas and useful things to know.

Discover places worth knowing, things to do, people to meet, food to try and ideas to make everyday life a little easier.

From travel and local discoveries to practical guides, events and inspiration, the AYIVOO Journal is where we share what we find interesting, useful or simply worth experiencing.

Practical Guides

Clear, useful guidance for planning, choosing and getting things done.

Practical GuidesSep 18, 20267 min

Luderitz: stay, eat and move around guide for travellers

Luderitz, Namibia: a practical stay, eat and move around guide for travellers. Plan timing, local providers, safety checks and Ayivoo links.

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Practical GuidesSep 6, 20267 min

Fish River Canyon: stay, eat and move around guide for travellers

Fish River Canyon, Namibia: a practical stay, eat and move around guide for travellers. Plan timing, local providers, safety checks and Ayivoo links.

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Practical GuidesAug 26, 20267 min

Zambezi Region: stay, eat and move around guide for travellers

Zambezi Region, Namibia: a practical stay, eat and move around guide for travellers. Plan timing, local providers, safety checks and Ayivoo links.

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Practical GuidesAug 15, 202614 min

Skeleton Coast: stay, eat and move around guide for travellers

Skeleton Coast, Namibia: a practical stay, eat and move around guide for travellers. Plan timing, local providers, safety checks and Ayivoo links.

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Practical GuidesAug 3, 20268 min

Damaraland: stay, eat and move around guide for travellers

Damaraland, Namibia: a practical stay, eat and move around guide for travellers. Plan timing, local providers, safety checks and Ayivoo links.

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Practical GuidesJul 23, 20267 min

Walvis Bay: stay, eat and move around guide for travellers

Walvis Bay, Namibia: a practical stay, eat and move around guide for travellers. Plan timing, local providers, safety checks and Ayivoo links.

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Practical GuidesJul 11, 20268 min

Swakopmund: stay, eat and move around guide for travellers

Swakopmund, Namibia: a practical stay, eat and move around guide for travellers. Plan timing, local providers, safety checks and Ayivoo links.

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Practical GuidesJul 9, 202615 min

When to visit Namibia: choosing your season and route

Safari, desert, coast, birds or hiking: choose your travel period in Namibia with a decision calendar, vehicle and pricing questions, and checked sources.

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Practical GuidesJul 4, 202618 min

What to pack for a trip to Namibia

Layers, shoes, day bag, plug adapter, soft bags for light aircraft, safari, self-drive and camping: a modular list to confirm with your providers.

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Practical GuidesJun 30, 20269 min

Sossusvlei: stay, eat and move around guide for travellers

Sossusvlei, Namibia: a practical stay, eat and move around guide for travellers. Plan timing, local providers, safety checks and Ayivoo links.

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Practical GuidesJun 23, 20263 min

Your first trip to Namibia: from ideas to an itinerary

Dunes, wildlife, cities and rivers: a starting point for choosing your stops, allowing for distances and planning a first visit to Namibia.

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Practical GuidesJun 18, 20267 min

Etosha National Park: stay, eat and move around guide for travellers

Etosha National Park, Namibia: a practical stay, eat and move around guide for travellers. Plan timing, local providers, safety checks and Ayivoo links.

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Practical GuidesJun 7, 20268 min

Windhoek: stay, eat and move around guide for travellers

Windhoek, Namibia: a practical stay, eat and move around guide for travellers. Plan timing, local providers, safety checks and Ayivoo links.

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