4X4 Rental
Let’s start this list of how to rent a car in Namibia with the number one question: Do I need a 4×4 car to drive in Namibia? the answer is YES, you do need to rent a 4×4 car for a road trip in Namibia.
While you may be able to drive the major roads with a sedan car, the rule of thumb is that you are not visiting Namibia to drive around the urban areas. You will be visiting and driving in challenging terrains, from the desert to safaris.
Beyond the city limits, the going can get rough in Namibia, and most of the roads are gravel and slippery when wet. A 4WD car rental in Namibia will get you where you want to go and ensure you get the most out of your trip.
As you may know, a 4WD car will have sturdier tires than a sedan. These sturdy tires will be the difference between spending time dealing with flat tires from gravel roads or being stuck in the sand, and being able to travel and make the most of your time in Namibia.
Safety & Driving
Driving on Gravel Roads
- Ensure that vehicle is 100% roadworthy before travelling on any gravel road.
- Ensure that the spare tyre is 100% & take an additional spare tyre with.
- Drive on the left side of the road – minimise driving on the right side of the road because of extreme, adverse and hazardous road conditions & only as a last option.
- Keep both hands on the steering wheel at all times.
- Adapt speed as per road conditions.
- The speed limit is normally 100km/h on gravel roads unless otherwise indicated but remember it is not a target.
- Always be aware of loose gravel & sand on road surface & protruding rock.
- Don’t jerk or cause sudden movement on the steering wheel.
- Avoid sudden acceleration and deceleration & no harsh braking.
- Move over to the left when a vehicle is busy overtaking & monitor mirrors.
- Avoid driving in a dust cloud – reduce speed & maintain a safe following distance.
- If you are unable to see the road ahead clearly, reduce speed.
- Reduce speed well ahead of any river crossings.
- Don’t accelerate when a vehicle is busy overtaking you.
- For a smoother drive and better control adapt, tyre pressure.
- Always drive with the headlights on.
- Always move to the left when a vehicle as approaching but in the same breath, keep safe distance from the roads edge.
- Monitor the dust trail of approaching vehicles.
- Never stop on the other side of a blind crest.
- Road conditions might change overnight due to traffic volumes & weather conditions.
- Always be on the lookout for game / animals on the road.
Camping Checklist
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GoCamp Camping Equipment Rentals is an online rental store in Windhoek that introduces an online rental booking solution that provides convenience, time saving, at an affordable price, to all adventurers through an easy rental process. GoCamp Camping Equipment Rentals is an online rental store in Windhoek that introduces an online rental booking solution that provides convenience, time saving, at an affordable price, to all adventurers through an easy rental process.
GoCamp Camping Equipment Rentals is an online rental store in Windhoek that introduces an online rental booking solution that provides convenience.