Welcome to the land of endless horizons and awe-inspiring landscapes – Namibia!
If you’re planning a self drive holiday in Namibia, you’re in for a real treat I promise. To ensure your journey is nothing short of effortless and amazing, we’ve got some information to get you excited for your self drive escapade.
Firstly, why Namibia you ask?
Open space, landscapes and scenery – truly breathtaking. And then of course wildlife. Everyone knows Etosha National Park which is always a highlight. We also encourage guests to explore Damaraland famous for desert elephants and rhino (certain areas). Sightings are not guaranteed, but the thrill is in the chase and tracking!
With a population of just over 3 million, locals are extremely friendly and you will not come across many, if any begging or harassing which is something that many of our guests are nervous about.
Infrastucture is excellent with all levels of accommodation catered for, budget to luxury. Roads are brilliant with few potholes – but be prepared. There are some gravel roads with dips and washboarding, so a 2×4 or 4×4 is certainly our preference when travelling.
Self drive holidays in Namibia are a great safari experience and it can help keep the budget in check.
Top tips for self drive holidays in Namibia
- Work with Encompass Africa to research and plan your route to make the most of your time on the ground and see the very best the country has to offer
- We make sure the vehicle is robust to navigate Namibia’s diversity of terrains and roads.
- Safety first – we prioritise your safety with the holiday itinerary creation, but when you’re on the road it’s up to you to adhere to speed limits and drive carefully
- Stay connected with nature, and the best way is to drive into regions and then we choose accommodation where you can camp out, or get the full immersive experience
- Navigation mastery is key so we recommend a GPS system and offline maps because in remote areas, there’s little to no reception
- Interact with local cultures is a key highlight and we love to design time for you to engage with local communities
- Sunrise and sunset safaris are awesome in and allow you to catch the magical moments the light brings. We help to schedule your drives so you can maximise sunrise and sunset light and safaris!
- Pack essentials for the road. It’s important to always carry lots of water, certainly snacks too for those long stretches of roads!
We could talk for hours, but this is just a handful of top tips to get you even more excited!