I visited Swakopmund in September 2008. It is a lovely place but because I was a single female there was no nightlife (I was too scared). Nobody speaks to you unless you reach out first. I'm doing it again in September 2009 with hubby, and hoping it will be more fun.
Swakopmund … If you go quad biking on the dunes in the month of June, take a warm jacket. I froze my backside off!
Dunes Backpackers Lodge in Swakopmund … A great welcome to Swakopmund. Very friendly. Jacu and Sharon do their very best to make you welcome. I live half way round the World from Swakopmund but I have a feeling I will be coming back.
The Cardboard Box Backpackers in Windhoek … At first i thought it was just a haven for smug travellers, but then I realised just how genuinely friendly the staff were. A really great bunch of people and a unique experience.
Mousebird Backpackers & Safaris CC in Tsumeb … it is a very low key and relaxing place to stay. clean, well equipped, and secure. there is a great shebeen down the street (not too far to stumble back from).
Dunes Backpackers Lodge in Swakopmund … Great food, location, and hospitality. I stayed here in July 2006. Really want to come back.
Desert Sky Backpackers Lodge in Swakopmund … a really good place to experience Swakopmund from. the owner Lofty is lovely and her assistant is very nice as well and helpful with arranging all kinds of activities (skydiving, sandboarding, all that). I remember one night in front of the fireplace with Biltong and a bottle of wine -- just the best.
Dunes Backpackers Lodge in Swakopmund … Really nice hostel--very clean. The staff are friendly, and the rooms are nice! There's an indoor swimming pool and pool table, plus a TV room with lots of videos. Recommended!
Villa Weise Backpackers in Swakopmund … This place is very clean and well-appointed.
Villa Weise Backpackers in Swakopmund … This is an excellent place to stay and meet and make new friends. Definitely a must stay place when you travel through Swakopmund.
The Cardboard Box Backpackers in Windhoek … it was my second time there, still an amazing place to stay. the staff and chad the owner are so friendly and concerned about giving you the best service they can. there are no words to describe how cool that place is! well done!
The Cardboard Box Backpackers in Windhoek … What a place!!! I stayed for a while and even ended up working there!!! The staff were great and so were the guests!!!
Villa Weise Backpackers in Swakopmund … This place is not your typical backpackers — but in a good way. The family who run the place make it the best place to stay in Swakup!
Chameleon City Backpackers in Windhoek … Brilliant place, I liked the tropical haven atmosphere. Even though the place always seemed to be full of people of all ages, I could always find quiet places when necessary. Being in the city centre made it easy to get supplies or go out. Funky bar and pool area, but I would advise to book ahead as the place seems extremely popular.
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