Opuwo

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Geography and history

Opuwo is the capital town of the Kunene Province of Namibia. It is located in the North Western parts of the country and has a total population of approximately 15 000 residents. The name Opuwo means “it is enough for me” and this name was derived from what commissioner Mr. Hugo Hahn said when more land was offered to him. Pieter de Villiers of the Congress of Democrats is Opuwo’s current mayor.

The first office to be established in the area was the colonial administrator in Kaoko in 1997, which was located at the Swartbooi’s Drift on the banks of the Kunene River before the location's name was changed to Opuwo.

Accommodation

The town of Opuwo offers a great variety of tourist accommodation options. Visitors in the area will find some self-catering units, camping sites, bed and breakfasts, hotels and guest houses to suit their every need. Please visit our accommodation directory for more information on places to stay in the area.

Activities and attractions

Opuwo and its surroundings offer many fun-filled outdoor activities and attractions for the whole family. Everyone will be entertained during their stay in this town.

Things to do in Opuwo include the following:

Hiking and Biking Trails
Himba Culture (Huts, rondavels and traditions)
Kaokoland
Kunene River
Water Sports

Businesses

Although a relatively small business community, Opuwo still offers tourists all the essentials. There are souvenirs, local products, shops and stalls in the vicinity. Tourists are encouraged to try the local restaurants as they are loaded with local flavours. Please see our business directory for a list of all the businesses in the region.