Travel Recommendation: Walvis Bay, Namibia to Malmesbury, South Africa
Transport Mode
Proposed transport mode: Air travel followed by road transfer.
Air Travel
- Companies: Air Namibia, South African Airways
- Duration: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes (Non-stop flight from Walvis Bay to Cape Town)
- Distance: 1,000 kilometers (623 miles)
- Costs: Approximately 2,000 PLN for a round trip ticket
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable for this segment.
Pro Tip: Book your flight well in advance to take advantage of lower prices, especially during peak tourist seasons.
Road Transfer
- Companies: Intercape, Greyhound (for long-distance bus services), or rent a car through Avis or Hertz.
- Duration: Approximately 1 hour (Cape Town International Airport to Malmesbury)
- Distance: 70 kilometers (43 miles)
- Costs: Bus ticket approximately 100 PLN or car rental starting from 150 PLN per day.
- Roads/Routes: N1 National Road.
Pro Tip: If renting a car, consider downloading a GPS navigation app, as it will help you avoid traffic and find the fastest route.
Overall Travel Summary
- Total Duration: Approximately 4 hours (including transfers and potential waiting time)
- Total Distance: 1,070 kilometers (665 miles)
- Total Costs: Estimated at around 2,200 PLN for both air and road travel.
- Combined Routes: Flight from Walvis Bay to Cape Town followed by road travel to Malmesbury.
Recommendation: For a seamless journey, opt for early morning departures to maximize your time in Malmesbury. Make sure to double-check operation hours for both flights and bus services to ensure a smooth transition between travel segments.