Travel information for Namibia:
Driving Guidelines for Namibia
 1) Always keep your drivers' license, ID Document and
Passport with you as it might be required at any time.
2) It is compulsory by Law for all occupants of a vehicle
to wear safety belts. 3) Never exceed the speed limit enforced by Law in urban
areas(60km/h), on gravel roads(80km/h) or on sealed roads(120km/h). These
are general speed limits – always observe road signs to ensure that you
are driving within the applicable speed limit.
Always obey warning signs
indicating e.g. road conditions, mild or sharp bends, the occurrence of
animals in the area you are driving or road works. Make sure that you slow
down to a speed enabling you to deal with unexpected circumstances
4) Always be aware of wild animals that constantly roam from
one area to another and inevitably cross roads on their way. Animals are
not used to vehicles and a sudden scare can cause an unpredictable reaction.
Always be on the look-out for animals on the roadside and maintain a speed
that enables you to avoid them. Avoid driving between sunset and sunrise
– animals are particularly active during this period and low light limits
visibility.
5) Never cross a river unless you are sure of the depth
of the water and the stability of the riverbed. Flash floods in the rain
season can cause water levels to rise rapidly. Avoid any riverbed where
a fresh flow of water can be observed – rather wait for the level to decrease
– in most cases it takes an hour or two.
6) Always drive with your headlights on to make yourself
more visible. Keep on the left side of the road but avoid driving on the
shoulder of the road as loose gravel and sand might cause the vehicle to
become unstable and/or uncontrollable. Reduce speed when approaching a hill
or oncoming traffic – in both cases drive as slowly as possible and move
as far as possible to the left side to prevent the oncoming car from throwing
gravel and damage your lights or windscreen. Prevent overtaking on gravel
roads at all costs – if you find it necessary to overtake, make sure that
the driver in front of you are fully aware of your actions. Only overtake
on long, visible stretches of road and make sure that you create a clearance
of at least 50 meters before moving back to the left side of the road.
7) Keep both hands firmly on the steering wheel at all
times and focus on the road at all times. Avoid sudden motions and excessive
turning of the steering wheel as this will most certainly make the vehicle
unstable – especially on gravel roads. Do not apply the brakes to hard as
the vehicle will start skidding and will be difficult to control.
8) Credit cards are not acceptable for refuelling purposes. Only cash will be accepted at filling stations 9) Always make sure that you have sufficient fuel to
reach your next destination. Before starting the vehicle in the morning,
make sure that the tyre pressures are correct, all fluid levels including
coolant and oil levels are checked and controlled and that there are no
visible spillage underneath the vehicle.
 Namibian Travel Facts:
A diverse range of facilities allows you to visit Namibia’s marvels by
means of self drive travelling or by means of a scheduled group tour.
Here is some practical information that will assist you to enjoy a smooth visit to Namibia:
The Country
Namibia is truly a country of remarkable contrasts situated along the
South-Western coast of the African continent, locked between the Namib
Desert in the west and the Kalahari Desert in the east, being the two
desserts with the highest density in fauna and flora. Namibia presents
a host of scenic spots which includes:
The Etosha Pan (which can be rated as a saline desert
on its' own) is included in the Etosha National Park . Extremely rich
in wildlife, this world renowned national park presents excellent opportunities
to encounter the widest range of animal species possible
The Fish River Canyon, second biggest in the world after
the Grand Canyon, USA and nearly 60kms in length, 8kms in width and 550m
deep
Epupa Falls , in the arid Kaokoveld, often referred to
as the last wilderness in Africa .
Sossusvlei – situated in the centre of the Namib Desert
with monumental red dunes reaching the height of a 60-storey skyscraper
The Caprivi Strip, bordering with Angola , Zambia ,
Botswana and Zimbabwe . This area hosts rivers that never run dry, sustaining
tropical forests and a diverse wildlife population.
Its People
Namibia 's biggest asset is its friendly, peaceful and inviting people.
With an estimated population of about 2.2 million people(2.66 heads/km²),
it is one of the most sparsely populated countries in Africa where human
intervention has been restricted to the minimum. Namibia 's population
is diverse and includes bigger cultural groups like the Owambo, Herero,
Nama and Damara. The smaller cultural groups include the tradition bound
Himba tribe of the Kaokoveld region, Mafwe and Masubia of the Caprivi
region, the Basters, San, Coloureds, Tswanas and Whites of European descent.
Rule and administration often changed hands in Namibia until independence
on 21 March 1990. English is the official language with German and Afrikaans
also to be widely used as a communication medium.
Climate Being the most arid country south of the Sahara , an average rainfall
of 270mm per annum can be expected. More than 70% of the country's rainfall
can be expected between December and March. Its' pleasant climate makes
it a favoured destination for sun seekers. During winter time, temperatures
can drop below zero during night time but allow sleeves to be up during
mid morning. Summer temperatures can reach 35°C or higher in the extreme
south and north. Fog occurs along the coastal belt but lifts during mid
morning and settles again during the evening | 
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