This small village between Goageb and Walvis Bay is the site of one of Namibia’s oldest European settlements. Back in 1814, the London Missionary Society sent a German missionary, one Reverend Heinrich Schmelen, to the area to minister to the Kai/khauan.
His house, the Schmelenhaus, was built on his arrival and is currently a national monument and a small museum. Unfortunately for Schmelen, his ministries met with few conversions and he departed in despair some eight years on.
With this and other stories to tell, Bethanie is one for the history buffs.

While it’s clear that Bethanie has fair tourist potential, it remains more a farming town, not that this doesn’t allow it a certain charm. Even though this is a small town, you’ll find most basic services here.

HEALTHCARE:
The clinic number is +264(0)63 283 026.

FUEL:
Take note: Garage or Petrol cards will no longer be accepted as a legal tender for purchase of fuel, spares or repairs in Namibia.
Cash, Debit and Credit cards are legal payment instruments, but many fuel stations choose NOT to accept Debit and/or Credit cards. But generally credit cards are accepted at garages in bigger and touristy towns. Take extra cash with still in case!

SHOPS & SERVICES:
Even though this is a small town, you’ll find most basic services here.

TOW-IN SERVICES:
Tow-in service is provided by Polka, based in Okahandja: +264(0)81 129 7490. Alternative tow-in numbers are +264(0)62 500 132 or +264(0)62 504 250.

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