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The best self-drive destinations in Africa are South Africa and Namibia for the simple reason that these two countries have well maintained and extensive road networks. Although Namibia has many gravel roads, it is still easy to travel around.

South Africa and Namibia are ideal self-drive destinations. For other parts of Africa, we do recommend that self-driving is to be done only be experienced African travellers and preferably in more than one vehicle. Bear in mind that in Southern Africa, we drive on the left-hand side of the road and give way to the […]

Southern and Eastern Africa welcomes millions of international tourist’s year round and are safe destinations for travellers. It is wise to take standard security precautions, as you would whilst travelling anywhere in the world. Most safaris take place in remote wilderness areas and game reserves, away from villages, towns, and cities. When in towns and […]

Africa is a phenomenal destination all year round. Summer is from October through April and winter is from May through August. Summers tend to be quite hot with daily temperatures sitting at approximately 30°C. For beach holidays and birding, summer tends to be the preferred time to visit. Winter is the best for game viewing, […]

Banks in Southern Africa are generally opened on weekdays during traditional office hours or mornings only. Some countries have banks that open until about 11:00am on Saturdays.