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We travelled with two mini buses, which was fine! Many of the streets are not in good condition, but rather dirt "pads"!To get to Namibia of course, we flew with South African Airlines. Frankfurt - Windhoek via Johannesburg. Very comfortable!
There are not many international flights available into Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport. Air Namibia flies 4 or 5 times a week from Frankfurt, daily from Johannesburg and Cape Town and some flights from Luanda, Vic Falls and Maun. South African Airways has several daily flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town and LTU flies once a week from Munich to Windhoek.
If you are planning on driving from South Africa to Namibia, the Trans-Kgalagadi highway is what you'll take. it's almost impossible to do in one day, so stopping over in either Kang or Lone Tree is recommended. There are usually speed traps at regular intervals, and they are not scared to hand out BIG fines. And make sure your co-driver keeps you awake, cause the scenery wont...
Our time was very short in Namibia. We had 10 days, and 6 of those were taken up with the safari. We wanted to see the dunes and therefore decided to hire a car for what seemed to be a relatively straightforward journey.There are many car hire companies in and around Windhoek. Our's was organised by the safari company, and the representative of the car hire company came in person to drop off the car at our hostel, and to complete the formalities. At the end of the hire, he came and picked us up and dropped us back at the airport. Couldn't have asked for better service!Car hire though in Namibia takes a couple of issues into account that other car hires I have done do not. Our coverage did not include replacement tyres or windscreen: apparently there are frequent problems with these because of people driving too quickly and tyres burting and road chips breaking or scratching glass! You...
Namibia is enormous, and travel needs to be thought about carefully. We opted for a tour in a small group (7) which offered safaris of varying duration and themes. I do havea bit of an allergy to organised groups of any kind, but this was an excellent and enjoyable solution to the large distances and the lack of time and local knowledge. As can be seen from the pages here, we had experiences, notably the Himba village, that would have been impossible any other way. There is one corner of Namibia which is accessible only by aeroplane: the northern part of the Skeleton Coast. it is surrounded by diamond mines and therefore is forbidden to traffic. I would have gone had we had more time.For the sheer joy of dealing with them, the value for money, the great food en route (all made as a group effort under the supervision of our guide) and the unfailing effort to satisfy our expectations...
I chose to travel with Drifters for their 24 day overland camping safari from Cape Town thru Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe to Johannesburg.I highly recommend it. You will find yourself with like minded individuals from around the world sharing some amazing experiences in Southern Africa. Our group was small, 15, and our vehicle was perfectly suited for the rough terrain and for excellent viewing of wildlife and scenery.
If part of the reason you're going to Namibia includes viewing and photographing game, then you really do need to have a vehicle with some sort of "pop top". The only way to get real 360 access to everything that happens around you will be to pop up through the roof. Working around windows will result in many, many missed photo opportunities.And, I'd suggest 4WD if you're really going out in the wild.We actually traveled with a guide, who brought her own company vehicle. But, such vehicles are available for hire, and are best obtained in Windhoek. For this type of vehicle, book early.
Air Namibia is the national airline of Namibia. For flights within Namibia, it's really the only choice. And, it's one of only two choices for non-stop travel to Namibia from Europe (Germany). (The other is LTU International)Air Namibia flies a huge B747-400 combi on its flights from Germany to Windhoek, operating twice a week. The service is truly outstanding, and reflects the tourist-friendly attitude of Namibia as a whole. The food is above-average, and the airline prides itself on offering a bit more legspace in coach than usual. THIS IS NOT A TYPICAL AFRICAN NATIONAL AIRLINE. Their service and safety record is good, as is their pilot and attendant training.We flew Air Namibia to Windhoek from Germany, and highly recommend it. It can be tough to make reservations on the 'net in the US or Canada for Air Namibia. I'd suggest dealing with www.ebookers.com. Their service is excellent.
Namibia is not an easy place to access from the US or Canada. There are no non-stop flights, and most "direct" flights involve going to South Africa, and then on to Windhoek, via South African Airlines. These flights tend to be very pricey. My advice? Book separate flights, travelling through Europe. (Germany) Be sure to schedule a day or two in between your flight to Europe and the continuing trip to Africa. For flights on to Namibia from Europe, LTU International and Air Namibia offer non-stop service. (I've flown both, they're quite good). And, from almost anywhere in Europe, you can get a decent fair to Windhoek, connecting through J'burg in South Africa. I know that British Airways, South African Airways and Lufthansa all have these connecting flights.How much will you save? Here's what it meant for us to split the trip...My fare quote from Atlanta, Georgia to Windhoek, Namibia, via...
There are only two airlines offering NON-STOP service to Namibia from Europe. They are Air Namibia and LTU International. At the present time, both fly out of Germany.The LTU flights occur twice a week, with the actual day(s) varying by season. (Check the website below) LTU uses a modern fleet of Airbus jumbo jets for the ten-hour flight to Hosea Kutako airport in Windhoek. The LTU flights depart from and return to Franz Josef Strauss airport in Munich.
Hotel Heinitzburg Windhoek
1 Review and 63 Opinions We only stayed for one night sadly, as on our return to Windhoek we travelled on to a game farm. But...
Rostock Ritz Namib-Naukluft Park
1 Review and 15 Opinions It is a desert Motel - in the middle of nowhere but the accomodation is great. Make your...
Hansa Hotel Swakopmund
1 Review and 65 Opinions the hotel was well located and the rooms that I had to pass by on the way to mine looked good. Mine...
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Q: Hi, I've been looking into planning a trip to Namibia and Botswana, but I haven't been finding much useful information as to how...
A: The two countries share a huge border. I've been through the crossings at either end of the Caprivi Strip so could offer general comments (although better travelled...
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