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Namibia is a safe, clean and exciting tourism destination, and we trust that you will enjoy your stay in our beautiful country.
Kindly help us to ensure that your visit wil1 be safe and pleasant by taking the following precautions:
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Speed is the cause of most accidents.
We have a good road network in Namibia. The speed limit in urban areas is 60 km/h, on tarred roads outside urban areas it is 120 km/h and on gravel roads outside urban areas its is 100 km/h. Keep in mind, however, that gravel roads can be unpredictable. When driving too fast on them, it is easy to lose control of your vehicle. It is therefore advisable to drive no faster than 60-80 km/h. Watch out for drivers overtaking you, heavy cross winds and blowing dust that may impair your vision. Be on the safe side and slow down! Enjoy our country at a relaxed pace.
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In Namibia, we drive on the left side of the road.
- Passengers in the back as well as the front seats must wear seat belts.
- To operate a motor vehicle in Namibia, you need a valid driving licence and must carry it with you when driving.
- Before leaving on your self-drive tour, please make sure your vehicle's brakes and tyres are in good working order. Your tyres must have the correct air pressure for the roads on which you're planning to drive, and also for the amount of luggage and number of passengers in your car. Always carry at least one spare tyre. When visiting remote areas, it is advisable to carry a second spare tyre and a tyre repair kit.
- In Namibia, 4x4 vehicles are recommended when travelling through remote areas. Your car should carry a well-equipped first aid kit.
- Plan your trip carefully. Always make sure you have enough fuel for the journey you have planned. Fill your tank at every available opportunity, even though you may not be in immediate need.
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Always carry WATER with you when you travel. Plan your trip so that you have enough water for the journey and also in case you break down or become stuck.
It is a good idea to leave your itinerary with your tour operator, hotel or friends. In the unlikely event that you should become lost, authorities will be able to find you if they know your plans.
Make sure you have a current, authoritative map BEFORE you leave on your trip. When you leave the official roads marked on your map, there may be no signs to direct you and the condition of the road can be unpredictable.
Please take the time to listen carefully to the safety
briefing given by your car hire company. Ask advice on the condition of the roads in the areas you plan to visit. If your car has extra fuel and water tanks, use them.
Make sure you have appropriate insurance.
Namibia's wildlife is marvelous. But take care. Animals often cross the roads or graze near the roads. Both wild and domestic animals frighten easily and can jump directly in front of your moving car.
Avoid driving at night. Wildlife is most active at dusk, and the possibility of a collision at this time of day is vastly increased.
When entering any game park or other area where there are wild animals, read the safety guidelines available. It is dangerous to leave your vehicle in a wildlife area. No matter how beautiful or gentle an animal may appear, the only safe way to look at it is from the safety of your vehicle.
When travelling in remote regions of Namibia, it is recommended that you hire a tour guide who is familiar with the local conditions. Also, tour guides will take you to interesting places you might otherwise miss, and they have a wealth of information on the area in which you are travelling to share with you.
We kindly ask you to dispose of your litter properly. Also, it is important to respect local people and cultures, particularly when travelling in their areas.
Finally: Use your common sense at all times! Take the same precautions in Namibia you would anywhere else in the world. Look after your personal items. Do not leave your valuables visible in a car or hotel room. Lock your hotel room door when you enter and when you leave. Do not carry large amounts of cash on your person. Never pick up hitch-hikers. Avoid displaying flashy jewelry and carry your camera in its pack on your shoulder rather than around your neck.
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