What Past Clients Wish They'd Known Before Their Namibia Trip

9 July 20256 min read

We surveyed returning travellers. Twelve answers came up over and over — here are the most useful.

Distances

'Every single day was longer than I expected.' Build in slack on every leg.

'I packed for Africa heat. I froze at 05:00 at Deadvlei.' Bring layers, even in October.

'I expected a guided park. I drove myself and it was the best part.' Don't be intimidated — Etosha self-drive works.

'I assumed I'd have data. I didn't between lodges.' MTC SIM at the airport — solves it.

'I assumed lodges would be basic. The food was better than I eat at home.' Lodge dining is excellent country-wide.

'I was scared. After day 2 it was the best driving holiday I'd ever had.' First 90 minutes is the steepest learning curve.

'I cheaped-out on the vehicle and regretted it. Should have spent more on the 4x4, less on lodges.' Vehicle is the spine of the trip.

One enquiry → vehicle, lodges, activities and park fees in a single quote from our Windhoek team.