As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads across the world, it has caused major disruptions and uncertainty in many industries, but few as vivid as in the international travel and tourism industry. This situation remains fluid and can continue to change dramatically. Gondwana Collection Namibia is fully aware of the current situation and will continue to monitor the state of affairs and the resulting changes to our industry and guests’ needs.

On 14 March 2020, President Hage Geingob confirmed the first two cases. On 17 March, he declared a state of emergency, followed by restrictive measures in response to the COVID-19 outbreak and a lockdown of the whole country until 4 May 2020. Namibia has 21 confirmed COVID-19 cases thus far. Stage 2 under the State of Emergency started on 5 May 2020 and will most probably continued until 1 June 2020.

In support of the Government’s efforts to fight the Covid-19 pandemic Gondwana Collection Namibia’s lodges, The Delight Hotel Swakopmund, as well as our bars and restaurants will remain closed until further notice. For Gondwana’s stance on the Covid-19 pandemic please click here.

However, the various campsites, as well as Camping2Go facilities are available for bookings. Klein-Aus Vista Eagle’s Nest, Geisterschlucht Cabin and campsites are also bookable as self-catering accommodation. Please note, that day visitors are not permitted.

The opening of the new lodge Etosha King Nehale has been postponed to 10 June 2020.

The Ministry of Health has made availability for a toll-free phone number within Namibia for queries with regards to COVID-19. The toll-free number is 800-100-100 or alternatively 911.