Namibia drives on the left side of the road, and so does South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique.
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Essential Driving Tips for Exploring Namibia
There’s nothing quite like exploring Namibia by road, its one of the best ways to experience the country’s vast landscapes, remote wilderness areas, and hidden gems.
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…
Namibia’s Quirky Roadside Stops
One of the great joys of driving through Namibia is that the journey itself becomes just as memorable as the destination. Sure, the country is famous for its soaring dunes, epic wildlife, and endless horizons, but in between those bucket-list highlights are the kind of quirky, surprising roadside stops that make you pull over, laugh, and say, “Only in Namibia.”