Is it your first time in Namibia?
Namibia is one of the most beautiful places on earth. The sights are nothing short of mesmerizing and the people are so inviting, it is easy to feel so at home that you will never want to leave when your Namibia tour has ended.
To make the most of this holiday destination, you will want to make sure that your trip is well planned and to help you do just that, we have a list of top tips that will ensure that you have everything covered before you go on your adventure of a lifetime.
Steps to make sure you are ready for your trip:
1. Find the country on the map
Okay, this sounds like a silly thing to be doing when planning a Namibia tour, but there is a reason for doing this. Often, when Namibia is brought up in a conversation, such as when you are planning a trip and excitedly telling your friends about it, the mere mention of the country’s name can be met with rather blank stares and some confusion.
Namibia is not a well-known country, which is why travelling here is truly magnificent. It being off the beaten track means you just about have the country all to yourself.
Namibia is found in the south-eastern corner of Africa, just above South Africa and just to the left of Botswana. The country is best known for its ancient desert landscape and magnificent mountain ranges.
2. Decide if it is worth the effort
Getting to Namibia can take some determination, given that the country is quite a distance away. And if you are on the fence about travelling here, we’re here to tell you that a trip to Namibia is one that you won’t ever regret.
Travelling around Namibia can leave you in awe of the work of nature. You are never going to find another place like it, and standing in the middle of the desert, with nothing around you, no signs of life and no trees, can make you feel insignificant, it is a spiritual experience.
3. Go Slowly
There is no way that you could possibly rush your trip through Namibia. Not only does the landscape and the people encourage a laidback vibe, but you literally can’t travel fast between destinations, because the distances are just too vast.
Namibia is known for having the second lowest population density on the planet and so the surrounds, once you leave the towns and cities, are completely empty.
Away from the hustle and bustle, it is easy to fall into the habit of a slower lifestyle, even if it is just for the week or two that you are visiting.
4. Money
The official currency is the Namibian Dollar, but given Namibia’s close relationship to South Africa, many businesses in Namibia will accept Rands as payment. This is helpful if you have some change left over from your South African holiday.
Most businesses also accept cards of all kinds, but it helps to be on the safe side and always have some cash on you, especially if your Namibian tour takes you deep into the desert.
