Safety tips for travelling Namibia Road risk, wildlife, petty crime basics, and when to call NamPol. Practical safety notes for namibia.na self-drive visitors. Last checked: 2026-10-14 Roads are the main risk For most visitors, vehicle accidents outweigh crime risk. Speed on gravel, night driving, fatigue, and animals on unfenced roads cause serious incidents. Share your route, drive daylight hours, and check Roads Authority notices after rain. Wildlife & parks Stay in the vehicle where required, never feed animals, and keep food locked away at camps. MEFT prohibits leaving indicated roads and disturbing game. Predators and elephants deserve distance—even along park roads. Town common sense Use hotel safes, avoid leaving valuables visible in cars, and be discreet with cameras/phones in busy areas. Prefer known ride services at night in cities. Check with your accommodation for neighbourhood-specific advice. If something goes wrong NamPol lists national emergency 10111 (24/7) on official pages. Save your rental company’s emergency line and medical insurance contacts. Know how to share GPS coordinates from your phone. See the Emergency numbers guide for a fuller list—and verify any private ambulance numbers with your insurer. Q: Is Namibia safe for self-drive? A: Many travellers complete self-drive loops without incident when they respect gravel speeds, daylight driving, and park rules. Preparation matters more than bravado. Q: What about solo travellers? A: Solo travel is common on main circuits. Tell someone your nightly stops and avoid very remote tracks alone without recovery gear and experience.
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