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?
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Do I need an international driving license?
Posted in: Driving GuideIf your driver’s license has a photo and is written in English, you can use it in Namibia. Otherwise, you will need to apply for an international driving license or an official translation, which could take a few weeks. [contact-form][contact-field label='Was this helpful?' type='radio' options='Yes,No'/][/contact-form] ← Previous ↑ Back to…
Self-drive in Namibia!? Is it safe?
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What are the roads like? And how do I drive on them?
Posted in: Driving GuideIn 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,…