Gobabis

Omaheke, Namibia

About Gobabis

Gobabis is the capital of the Omaheke Region, known as the "Wild West" town of Namibia. It is the centre of the region's cattle industry and a key transit point between Windhoek and Botswana.

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How to reach

By Plane

Nearest airport is Windhoek.

By Train

By Car / Road

Gobabis is on the B6 highway, 200 km east of Windhoek. The road is paved.

The town is walkable.

Things to do

  • Gobabis Museum — pioneer and cattle-farming history

  • Explore the "Wild West" character of the town

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Food & Dining

Namibian beef is excellent here.

Cafes & Nightlife

Refreshments.

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Places to Stay

  • Mid-range: Gobabis Guesthouse

What to buy

Supplies and fuel are available.

Go next

  • Buitepos (east) — Botswana border
  • Windhoek (west) — the capital

Nearby in Omaheke

More places to explore around Gobabis.

Portions adapted from Wikivoyage, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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