Etosha

Staying in Etosha Park, Namibia

Staying in Etosha Park, Namibia

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  1. How many days do you need in Etosha National Park?
  2. Is Etosha malaria free?
  3. How far is Etosha National Park from Windhoek?
  4. How far is Etosha from Cape Town?
  5. Can you drink water in Namibia?
  6. Can you self drive in Etosha?
  7. What is the best time to visit Namibia?
  8. Is there malaria in Windhoek?
  9. Is Botswana malaria free?
  10. How long to drive from Windhoek to Etosha?
  11. How do I get from Windhoek to Etosha National Park?
  12. How do I get to Etosha National Park?

How many days do you need in Etosha National Park?

An absolute minimum time you need in Etosha is, in my opinion, two days. Ideally, you spend 3-4 days in Etosha or even more.

Is Etosha malaria free?

Malaria in Etosha

The general consensus would seem to agree that although using some form of repellent is always wise, the winter months are entirely malaria-free.

How far is Etosha National Park from Windhoek?

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Etosha is approximately 6 hours from Windhoek by road. The road is good tarmac and can easily be driven in one day. By the Eastern route, Etosha is 553km north of Windhoek.

How far is Etosha from Cape Town?

The distance between Cape Town and Etosha National Park is 1677 km.

Can you drink water in Namibia?

Can I drink the tap water in Namibia? Tap water is purified in hotels, lodges and other public places so is safe to drink. If you are worried about drinking the tap water, bottled water is available to purchase throughout Namibia.

Can you self drive in Etosha?

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Like most of the top African Safari destinations, Etosha National Park is well suited for self-drive. Apart from a couple of roads near the entrances, the vast majority of the driving in Etosha is on gravel tracks.

What is the best time to visit Namibia?

The best time to visit Namibia is from July to October, when the temperatures are just above 70°F and the chance of rain is low. This is also the best time for wildlife viewing, making it peak travel season — you will need to plan well in advance.

Is there malaria in Windhoek?

Windhoek remains malaria free.

Is Botswana malaria free?

Malaria is a risk in some parts of Botswana. If you are going to a risk area, fill your malaria prescription before you leave, and take enough with you for the entire length of your trip. Follow your doctor's instructions for taking the pills; some need to be started before you leave.

How long to drive from Windhoek to Etosha?

Etosha National Park is around a 4-5 hour drive from Windhoek and fairly easy to navigate (in comparison to the rest of Namibia). We recommend staying in one of the Park's main campsites - Okaukuejo and Halali are two great options, with Halali having an impressive wildlife viewing platform over the Moringa waterhole.

How do I get from Windhoek to Etosha National Park?

Travelling from Windhoek to Etosha by plane is a shorter route - the journey from Windhoek to Ongava Lodge's airstrip will take approximately an hour. Air Namibia also offers daily one-hour flights from Eros Airport, also located in Windhoek, to Ondangwa Airport, which is located just north of Etosha National Park.

How do I get to Etosha National Park?

Most people arrive in Namibia at Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH), located 40km/25mi east of Windhoek, and start their trip from there by 4x4 vehicle. Fly-in trips are also common, consisting of chartered flights taking travelers from park to park.

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