Participant Information

4th African Symposium on Mycotoxicology

Windhoek, Namibia

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Section 01

Accommodation

We have secured special rates at convenient hotels at the conference venue. ⚠️ Please note that availability is limited, so we recommend booking as early as possible. ⚠️
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How to Book

Email Reservations

Email your booking request directly to receive the special conference rate. Include the official code in the subject body.
🎫 Booking code:
4th African Symposium on Mycotoxicology (ASM)
Option A
MΓΆvenpick Hotel
Conference venue β€” utmost convenience
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4-Star
Room Type Description Occupancy (per night, Bed & Breakfast)
TWD/TWCGS Classic Twin β€” Pool/Garden View Single N$ 2150.00
TWD/TWCGS Classic Twin β€” Pool/Garden View Double (2 pax) N$ 2350.00
KGA Deluxe Room β€” King Bed Single N$ 2850.00
KGA Deluxe Room β€” King Bed Double (2 pax) N$ 3350.00
SKDGS One-Bedroom Suite β€” King Bed, Garden View Single N$ 3450.00
SKDGS One-Bedroom Suite β€” King Bed, Garden View Double (2 pax) N$ 3950.00
Option B
Mercure Hotel
Budget-friendly β€” also at the conference venue
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3-Star
Code Description Occupancy Rate (per night, Bed & Breakfast)
TWD/TWB Classic Twin Room β€” Twin Beds Single N$ 1650.00
TWD/TWB Classic Twin Room β€” Twin Beds Double (2 pax) N$ 1900.00
DBB/Privilege Luxe Room β€” King Bed Single N$ 2150.00
DBB/Privilege Luxe Room β€” King Bed Double (2 pax) N$ 2400.00
KGB Superior Room β€” King Bed Single N$ 2650.00
KGB Superior Room β€” King Bed Double (2 pax) N$ 2900.00
Option C
Malrose Guesthouse
10–15 minutes drive from the conference venue for participants seeking a more economical option
Budget

Breakfast is not included. Enquire directly for availability.

Single occupancy
N$ 590.00
per night
Sharing (per person)
N$ 350.00
per night
WhatsApp: +264 81 691 5035
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Section 02

Transport

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Getting from the Airport (Hosea Kutako International Airport)

The airport is approximately 45 minutes from the city centre. Pre-booking a shuttle is the most reliable option. We recommend researching and booking private shuttle services such as Shuttle Namibia in advance. A taxi from the airport can be expensive; it is often better to pre-arrange a transfer.
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Getting Around Windhoek

Several convenient and safe ride-hailing apps operate in Windhoek. We recommend downloading one or more of the following apps before your arrival:
Lefa Yango
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Section 03

General Information for Participants

Currency

Namibian Dollar (NAD)

Pegged 1:1 with the South African Rand (ZAR), which is also accepted as legal tender. Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted at hotels and restaurants.
Language

English (Official)

English is the official language. Afrikaans and German are also widely spoken, along with local languages such as Oshiwambo and Otjiherero.
Electricity

220–240V

Plug types are Type D (old British round three-pin) and Type M. We strongly recommend bringing a universal travel adapter.
Weather
Please check the weather forecast for Windhoek close to the symposium dates. The climate is generally sunny, but evenings can be cool. Layered clothing is advisable.