Riebeek-Kasteel to Lephalale

• Road Conditions

  The N1 is well-maintained but busy.
• Fuel

  Fill up in major towns along the route.
• Rest

  Plan an overnight stop in Bloemfontein or Johannesburg.
• Traffic

  Expect heavy traffic near Johannesburg and Pretoria.
• Safety

  Keep your doors locked at all times.

• Night Driving

  Avoid driving at night on the N1.
• Security

  Park in secure areas.
• Emergency

  Keep a list of emergency contacts handy.
• Awareness

  Stay alert for trucks on the N1.

• Is Lephalale safe?
  Exercise standard safety precautions.
• Best time to visit?
  Winter is mild and pleasant.
• Are there flights?
  No commercial flights to Lephalale.
• Is the N1 safe?
  It is a major route, but stay vigilant.
• What to pack?
  Comfortable clothing and a camera.

• From Riebeek-Kasteel, Western Cape, South Africa
• To Lephalale, Limpopo, South Africa
• Modes

April to September for pleasant weather.