Located in the sea of rippled red Kalahari sand dunes, the small town of Aranos is surrounded by nature reserves and commercial livestock farms. The Natural Namibia Meat Producer’s (NNMP) abattoir in town is an approved export facility for lamb, mutton and beef to South Africa and the EU. Livestock roams freely between the dunes, giving the meat a uniquely natural flavour and taste.

For more information visitors to the town can contact Aranos Town Council.

The dry Nossob River Basin, originating in the Anas Mountains near Windhoek, passes south of the town before entering the Kgalagadi Game Reserve in South Africa. Wildlife flourishes in the area and ostrich, springbok and gemsbok (oryx) are regularly seen.
Aranos offers all basic facilities as well as an information centre. Note that the fuel station closes at 16:30.

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 accepted at most fuel stops in the larger and touristy towns. Just always take extra cash with in case they only accept cash!

KGALAGADI:
The border post at Union’s End is closed - travellers from Aranos who wish to visit the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park will have to travel south to the Mata Mata border post to enter South Africa. Note that the border post opening and closing times (07:00 and 15:30) differ from the park gate times, and visitors making use of the Mata Mata border post have to stay two nights in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park before exiting at Twee Rivieren.

MECHANICAL REPAIRS:
If you are in need of mechanical repairs, you can phone +264 (0)63 272 644.

USEFUL NUMBERS:
Aranos Village Council (tourist information): +264(0)63 272 051.
Agrimark: +264(0)63 272 375.
Spar Food Store: +264(0)63 272 016.
Strauss Butchery: +264(0)63 272 251.

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