Rental cars in Namibia

With an abundance of highways and open roads, many travelers opt to turn their Namibia vacations into driving adventures. If you're embarking on a road trip to remember, you'll need to know which destinations to add to your bucket list. Here are the most popular regions in this magnificent place:

• Windhoek (population of 268,100)
• Rundu (population of 58,200)
• Walvis Bay (population of 52,100)
• Swakopmund (population of 25,000)

Below we've listed our top tips and tricks to help you save:

• Look into as many different bargain car rental deals as you can (we make that task a breeze!);
• By entering only your email address into our Price Drop Alert, you'll stay up to date with all the unbeatable offers for your destination;
• Before you get behind the wheel, take a look at both airport and non-airport pickup and drop-off outlets to make sure you're getting your hands on the best deal in town;
• If you don't mind which day of the week you pick up the keys to your car and your schedule is flexible, play around with days and dates to find the best deal;
• Nobody likes getting charged a late fee. Avoid the trouble of having to pay for another day by making sure your pickup and drop-off times are similar;
• Sometimes car rental companies offer discounts if you pay right away, so keep an eye out for these penny-pinching offers;
• The early bird catches the worm, along with the hottest deals! Book as soon as possible to score some impressive savings.

A dream to drive and fuel-efficient — it's hardly surprising that compact cars are the most booked rental vehicle in Namibia. And if you intend to hit the lively streets of Windhoek or Rundu, you'll be relieved you chose a smaller ride too. Weave through traffic, squeeze into small parking spots, and navigate tight one-way lanes — find out why bigger doesn't always mean better!From impressive rock formations to canyons and desert landscapes, Namibia has some striking views. Why not venture out and marvel at one or two of them? Escape the city limits and embark on some fun excursions. An SUV is perfect for longer drives. Able to cope with all types of terrain, these bigger vehicles make it a pleasure to get off the beaten path.