Border post · South Africa to Namibia
Alexander Bay
Short answer: Alexander Bay border post is open from 06:00 to 22:00 on the South African side (checked 7 October 2026). It crosses to Oranjemund in Namibia.
Hours06:00 to 22:00
Other sideOranjemund (Namibia)
Nearest townAlexander Bay
What to know
Crosses the Orange River mouth to the diamond town of Oranjemund. Driving north from Oranjemund through the Sperrgebiet needs a permit.
Bring your passport, the vehicle's registration papers and, for a hired car, the rental company's letter of authority to take it across. Check the rules for Namibia before you go.
StaySightsEat & drinkHikingFishing
Places to stay within 40 km
2- Annemarie's Guest farm10.4 KMGuest house
- Brandkaros Resort19.9 KMCampsite
Sources
- Border Management Authority, South African ports of entry (hours list) · OFFICIAL · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
- Namibia Tourism Board, border posts and points of entry (undated) · OFFICIAL · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
- Wikipedia, Namibia and South Africa border crossings table · SINGLE SOURCE · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
- Drive South Africa, South Africa border crossing guide (updated 29 July 2026) · SINGLE SOURCE · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026