Know before you Go: 14 Ultimate Namibia Travel Tips & Tricks
In all honesty: we had not prepared our trip to Namibia down to the last detail. Although we like to travel this way, there were some things that were necessary to know in advance to prepare ourselves for this incredible road trip. In this guide, we have listed some important Namibia Travel tips and tricks that can be very useful to make your trip to this incredible country even better!
Tips for Renting a Car and Self-Driving in Namibia
Namibia is home to some of the widest landscapes that literally change every hour as you drive through. Discovering Namibia by driving around yourself is undoubtedly the best way to enjoy the beautiful landscapes. The country is also so sparsely populated, that you can drive for hours without meeting anything or anyone. That is exactly why it is important to prepare your Namibia road trip well. To ensure that you can fully enjoy these ‘alone in the world’ moments in this beautiful landscape, we have listed our tips for self-driving and renting a car in Namibia.
Perfect Namibia Itinerary for an Epic Road Trip
Ever-changing landscapes, some of the world’s highest sand dunes, incredible wildlife and driving without seeing a single soul for hours: this is Namibia.
A road trip is without a doubt the best way to explore Namibia. For 2-3 weeks, we have been driving through this country from one beautiful places to another, exploring the most interesting and fascinating places. We have created the perfect Namibia itinerary along the most scenic places and unique National Parks. With this itinerary, we hope to get you on your way to plan your own unforgettable road trip in Namibia.
Visiting Kruger National Park: A Complete Guide
Going on a safari in the Kruger National Park is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a lot of people. It is one of the most famous national parks in Africa and covers around 20.000 square kilometers in the northeast of South Africa. The park is known for its wide variety of wildlife, which means that the chance of seeing many unique animals here is very high. To help you find the best way to explore this gigantic park and further increase your chance to see a lot of fascinating animals, we have written down all information you need to know on visiting Kruger National Park in South Africa.
3x Great Self-Drive Safari Parks in South Africa
South Africa is home to some of the largest and oldest game reserves of the African continent. With this wealth of national parks and private reserves, it is one of the best destinations on earth to go on safari and spot wildlife. From the famous Big Five to antelope, zebra, hyena, hippo, giraffe and countless unique bird and marine species, you can be sure that you will see a wide variety of wildlife. Roughly, the country has a total of 42 game reserves and you can explore most parks on a self-drive or during a guided safari. Both ways have their pros and cons. In this blog post, we tell you more about 3 of the best safari parks in South Africa for a self-drive safari.
9x The best places to visit in South Africa
South Africa is a very large, but also very varied country. You’ll find plenty of unique landscapes and things to do. From discovering vibrant Cape Town and meeting African penguins, to spotting the Big Five and hiking in the Drakensberg Mountains, you will never be bored in South Africa. In this blog post, you can read more about the 9 best places to visit in South Africa.
Hiking to Drakensberg Amphitheater and the Tugela Falls
Located in the majestic Drakensberg mountain range, you find the Drakensberg Ampitheater and the Tugela Falls. With its 983m height, the Tugela Falls is said to be the tallest waterfall in the world. The hike to the summit of this impressive amphitheater and waterfall takes you through an incredible landscape with numerous breathtaking views. It is quite a challenging hike, taking you along some narrow edges and 2 high chain ladders, but we can assure you that every step is worth the effort.
The Best Stops along the Garden Route
The Garden Route is one of the most beautiful and popular routes in South Africa. This 300-kilometer stretch of coastal road runs through the southwest tip of South Africa, which is said to be the most beautiful region of the country. There are plenty of activities along the Garden Route such as whale watching, snorkeling with seals and hiking in the Tsitsikamma National Park. In this blog post, we have listed the best stops for you to help you decide where to stop on the Garden Route, South Africa.
What to do in and around St Lucia, South Africa
St Lucia was definitely one of our favorite places during our South Africa road trip. It is a quiet and cozy town, located on the east coast of the country. This small town rests on the edge of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and is home to one of the largest hippo populations in South Africa. There is only one access road to this village, making it one of the safest places in the country. The only danger and the reason why St Lucia is so famous are the hippos that roam the streets here at night and graze in the front gardens. If you are in search of tranquility away from the bustling urban South African life, St Lucia is your place to be. In this blog post, we tell you about all the things you can do in the lovely town of St Lucia, South Africa.
5 Unique Experiences for Your South Africa Bucket List
To say that South Africa is a unique destination is still an understatement. Not only the landscape, but also the things you can do here are truly unique. There are endless things to do, but if you are looking for real bucket list experiences, then this blog post is the right place for you. We have listed our favorite 5 favorite and most unique experiences to add to your South Africa bucket list.