Overview
Rehoboth is a small town in Hardap Region, Namibia, home to the Rehobother Baster people of mixed African and European ancestry. It serves primarily as a transit stop on the B1 highway between the capital Windhoek to the north and Mariental to the south, but offers Lake Oanob Resort 8 km north for outdoor recreation.
Budget Travel · Day Trips · Nature · Transit Hub
Before you go
Connectivity
Area code is 062. Both MTC and Telecom provide cellphone coverage in town and along the main road.
Money
ATMs are widespread in Rehoboth. The local currency is Namibian Dollar (NAD), pegged to the South African Rand.
Safety
At Lake Oanob, wear proper shoes when walking in bush areas as the area has scorpions and snakes.
Shopping
Pick-n-Pay supermarket complex is located just off the road from Windhoek. No tourist-specific shops exist in town.
Transport
Rehoboth sits on the B1 highway and railway line between Windhoek and Keetmanshoop. Rail service runs 4 times weekly.
