Travel in Namibia is safe and relatively uncomplicated ; the infrastructure is excellent with well-maintained roads, frequently situated fuel stations and a wide variety of shops, it is comparatively cheap and offers excellent safari experiences. Namibia is a popular self-drive destination ; although most Game Reserves are easily accessible, parts of the country remain only accessible to authorised tour operators where either guided safaris or fly-in safaris are recommended.
Towns and lodges are linked internally by scheduled or charter flights serviced via Fly Namibia on direct routes from Windhoek. Namibia has a good system of major highways, and an extensive network of well-graded, smaller gravel roads. The country is well geared for self-drive tours and is also a convenient option from the neighbouring countries. See Border Post Point of Entry details here. Hosea Kutako International Airport Windhoek caters primarily for international and regional air traffic while Eros Airport, situated within the municipal boundaries of Windhoek, handles domestic flights.
Although Namibia has over known airfields, travellers are cautioned not to land at unlicensed airfields, as the condition is not always known. Aircraft fuel is usually not available at the landing strips, and landings must be arranged in advance.
Domestic transport services available include bus service and commercial flights. Private transport available includes hired car, 4x4 vehicle or light aircraft. Please note: Gondwana Travel Centre discourages clients from using public transport. A two-wheel drive vehicle is adequate for a self-drive holiday; but we recommend a vehicle with high ground clearance. The country has a well-established road network , of which some 5 km is tarred and 37 km consists of gravel and earth roads, providing access to the majority of towns, parks, nature reserves and tourist attractions in the country.
Road conditions are good and well signposted. Regular flights also operate between Windhoek and Swakopmund. Scheduled flights from Maun and Victoria Falls to Windhoek are also available. A light aircraft shuttle flights are available into the Sossusvlei and Etosha areas, but most areas necessitate a private charter from Windhoek. These charter flights are relatively costly but save time for the busy traveller. See our selection of Fly-In Safaris. Namibia is an ideal self-drive destination although distances between major centres are considerable.
