Wondering what it’s like to self-drive in Namibia? Read through our tips below:
Self-drive in Namibia!? Is it safe?
What are the roads like? And how do I drive on them?
Do I need an international driving license?
Does Namibia drive on the right or the left?
What if I’m used to driving on the right – do you have any tips on learning to drive the other way?
How do I prevent my car or its contents from being stolen?
Self-drive in Namibia!? Is it safe?
Yes!! Namibia has one of the most extensive and best-maintained road networks in the region. Navigation is easy, as all junctions are sign-posted, and crime is very low along all routes. Namibia has the second lowest population density of any country in the world, which means that you will often…
What if I’m used to driving on the right & do you have any tips on learning to drive the other way?
Rest up! If you’ve just arrived on a long-haul flight, it might be better to rest for a night or at least a few hours, rather than picking up a car immediately from the airport while trying to learn how to drive the other way. Familiarize yourself with the positioning…
What are the roads like? And how do I drive on them?
In total, Namibia has 27,600 miles (44,400 km) of roads, most of which (56%) are gravel, but many are also tar and dirt, and 90% of the major highways are tarred. A few roads, like the C34 along the Skeleton Coast, are even salt. [caption id="attachment_570" align="aligncenter" width="690"] The D707,…