61 days in Windhoek & Maputo Itinerary

Located in the heart of the country, Namibia's capital city Windhoek receives a constant influx of tourists, in part because of its international airport.

When in Windhoek, make a side trip to see Gross Barmen Hot Springs in Gross Barmen, approximately Gross Barmen away. There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Christuskirche, examine the collection at Trans-Namib Railroad Museum, sample the fine beverages at Naute Kristall Cellar and Destillery, and hunt for treasures at Namibia Craft Centre.

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London, UK to Windhoek is an approximately 16-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to Central Africa Time is 1 hour. Traveling from London in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Windhoek, with lows of 9°C. You'll set off for Maputo on the 17th (Thu).

Walking the broad, leafy avenues of Maputo, Mozambique's capital and bustling harbor city, you can discover numerous architectural gems and come to appreciate the area's Portuguese-influenced culture.

Maputo is known for sightseeing, shopping, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Maputo Central Train Station, head off the coast to Inhaca Island, walk around Maputo Elephant Reserve (Reserva Especial de Maputo), and pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception.

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Traveling by flight from Windhoek to Maputo takes 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of shuttle and bus. Traveling from Windhoek to Maputo, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Windhoek in August, plan for a bit warmer nights in Maputo, with lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.