Tours in and around Walvis Bay
Dunes, harbour, desert and coastline. Everything below runs from Walvis Bay or Swakopmund, and we can build it into a full trip, flights included.
27 tours and activities
Living Desert Tour
A memorable 4x4 trip into the Dune Belt south of Swakopmund with a guide tracking small desert creatures. Approx. 3-4 hours. Refreshments included.
- Pickup from accommodation.
- Refreshments included.
- Children under 12 - half-price.
- Minimum of 2 adults (AM) and 4 adults (PM).
- Singles can join existing tours.
- Afternoon tours weather permitted.
- Morning Tour (08H00) - N$1,000.00/pp
- Afternoon Tour (14H00) - N$1,000.00/pp
Sandwich Harbour Tour
A breath taking and awe-inspiring 50km 4x4 drive south of Walvis Bay to where the Namib dunes meet the ocean. Visits lagoon, flamingos and pink salt fields. Picnic and sparkling wine served. Approx. 4-5 hours.
- Pickup from accommodation.
- Refreshments, Snack Platters, Sparkling Wine Juice & Beer selection included.
- Children under 12 - half-price.
- Minimum of 2 adults.
- Singles can join existing tours.
- Morning Tour (Time TBA) - N$2,650.00/pp
- Afternoon Tour (Time TBA) - N$2,650.00/pp
Dune Quad Biking
Quad biking on the Namib dunes with experienced guides. Multiple durations available: 1h, 1½h, 2h and special Breakfast Run.
- Bottle of water included on 2-hour excursion
- Breakfast included on Breakfast Run
- Children 7-16: half price when lifted by an adult.
- Minimum of 2 adults for Breakfast Run.
- 1 Hour Quad Biking - N$590.00/pp
- 1½ Hour Quad Biking - N$690.00/pp
- 2 Hour Quad Biking - N$890.00/pp
- 3 Hour Breakfast Run - N$1,350.00/pp
Quad Biking and Sand Boarding Combo
Combo of quad biking and lie-down or stand-up sandboarding. Options for 2h or 3h combos.
- Pickup from accommodation in Swakopmund
- Cash only.
- Children 7-16: half price when lifted by an adult.
- Minimum of 2 adults. Singles can join existing tours.
- 2 Hour Combo (1h Quad + 1h Sandboarding) - N$890.00 per person
- 3 Hour Combo (1½h Quad + 1½h Sandboarding) - N$1,100.00 per person
Dune Sand Boarding
Lie-down or stand-up sandboarding sessions. Suitable for beginners. Pickup at 09h30 or 14h00 at your accommodation in Swakopmund
- Pickup at 09:30 or 14:00
- Cash only.
- Age limit: 10 years and up on their own boards. Younger kids are welcome to join the trip, but often choose to ride with guides.
- Lie-Down Sand Boarding - N$700.00/pp
- Stand-Up Sand Boarding - N$800.00/pp
Desert Camel Rides
A unique view of the Swakopmund desert on camelback. Short 30 minute rides are available on a first-come basis.
- 30 minute rides (first-come, first-served)
- First-come, first-served basis
- Children 4-6 yrs: N$200.00/pp
- Children 0-3 yrs: Free
- 30 Minute Desert Camel Ride - N$390.00/pp
Dolphin and Seal Sailing Cruise
Morning marine educational sightseeing tour from Walvis Bay Waterfront in search of dolphins, seals and seasonal whales. Snacks & refreshments served. Checkin at 08H30 for 08H45-09H00 departure. Expected back at approx. 12H00-13H00.
- Pickup can be arranged if available.
- Hot coffee/tea & snacks.
- Wildlife sightings: seals, dolphins, seasonal whales.
- Children 0-5 yrs: N$550.00/pp
- Children 6-12 yrs: N$675.00/pp
- Morning Cruise (08H30) N$1,350.00/pp
Pelican Point Kayaking
Meet at the Walvis Bay Waterfront office, departing at 08h00 by 4x4 on a 45 minute scenic drive along the Walvis Bay Lagoon and salt mines to Pelican Point with plenty of photo stops along the way. Enjoy 1½ hours guided sea-kayaking (weather permitting) on the protected side of the peninsula with breakfast afterwards. Back in Walvis Bay at approx. 12h15.
- Pickup can be arranged at additional cost.
- Meet at Walvis Bay Waterfront at 07H45
- Departing by 4x4 to Pelican Point at 08H00
- 1½ hours kayaking (weather permitting).
- Breakfast after trip.
- Return to Waterfront at approx. 12H15
- Children under 12: N$950.00/pp
- Minimum of 2 adults.
- Singles can join existing tours.
- Guided Kayaking (08H00) N$1,300.00/pp
Kayak and Marine Cruise Combo
Departs from the Walvis Bay Waterfront. You will enjoy a scenic 3½-hour adventure on the water, cruising out from the Waterfront to Pelican Point viewing one of the biggest Seal Colonies with almost more than 50,000 Cape Fur Seals. You will be treated with seals joining us on the boat and Dolphin’s swimming alongside the boat. After enjoying the kayaking from our Platform in the Lagoon and getting entertained by the seals and having some delicious food platters & snacks with drinks you will return back to the Waterfront looking for more animal and birdlife along the way. Possible wildlife sightings include: Greater Flamingos, Lesser Flamingos, Cormorants, and other birdlife, Cape Fur Seals, Dolphins, Whales, and the Mola Sunfish.
- Meet at Walvis Bay Waterfront at 08H45
- Departs from Walvis Bay Waterfront at 09H00
- Returns to Waterfront at approx. 12H30
- Includes food platters, snacks, and drinks
- Bring along a jersey or jacket, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
- Cash only.
- Children under 12: N$1,000.00/pp
- Bring along Jersey or Jacket
- Sunscreen recommended.
- Kayak and Marine Cruise Combo - N$1,400.00/pp
Swakopmund Cycle Tours
On our Scenic Desert Tour, you take in the silence and breathtaking scenery of the oldest desert in the world while feeling the fresh coastal air and enjoying the thrill of cycling up and down Namibia's famous dunes. For our Old City tour, we cycle down memory lane past some of Swakopmund's historic buildings and landmarks to convey a feeling of how our charming town started and why Swakopmund is still one of Namibia's favorite places to visit. Different tour times daily.
- Experienced guide
- Fat bike OR E-bike
- Helmet provided
- Minimum of 2 people for tours.
- Children under 12: 20% discount on all tours.
- Tour Times: daily at 8:30, 11:00 and 14:30
- For the desert tour, a relative level of fitness is required.
- Desert Cycle Tour (Fat Bike) - N$520.00/pp
- Desert Cycle Tour (E-Bike) - N$620.00/pp
- 8km Old City Tour (Fat Bike) - N$520.00/pp
- 8km Old City Tour (E-Bike) - N$620.00/pp
Bicycle Rentals
City and off-road bicycle rentals. Options for hours, half-day and full-day hires.
- Helmet included; children discount applies
- Children under 12: 20% discount on all tours.
- Full-Day rentals are between 08H30 and 17H00.
- Fat Bike (4-Hours) - N$400.00/pp
- Fat Bike (Full-Day) - N$580.00/pp
- E-Fat Bike (4-Hours) - N$480.00/pp
- E-Fat Bike (Full-Day) - N$800.00/pp
- City Bike (2-Hours) - N$120.00/pp
- City Bike (4-Hours) - N$180.00/pp
- City Bike (Full-Day) - N$250.00/pp
Township Tours
Departs mornings (09H00) and afternoons (14H00). Visit Mondesa township to meet local families, learn about traditions, visit craft shops and try local food (optional). Approx. 3½-4 hours. Transport included.
- Transport included
- Home visits with 3 families from 3 tribes
- Introduction to Herero traditions and culture
- Introduction to Damara traditional medicine
- Visit local Kindergarten (morning tours only)
- Optional: Taste traditional food (book in advance)
- Cash only.
- Children under 10: half-price.
- Township Tour - N$900.00/pp
Paragliding
We offers half day paragliding flights over the scenic Swakopmund dunes. All the necessary training is provided, and no experience is needed. Paul your instructor with 8 years of experience will guide you through all the necessary steps leading to an enjoyable and safe and SOLO flight. No Experienced needed, all necessary training is provided and its single flights, not tandem.
- Instructor training provided.
- Morning flights only (09H00-12H00).
- Solo flights only; no tandem.
- Weather permitting.
- Cash only.
- Children must be older than 8 years.
- Solo Paragliding Flight - N$1,800.00/pp
Skydiving
Take a scenic flight up to your selected altitude and see the unique Atlantic Ocean where it meets the Namib Desert Dunes. Your instructor opens the parachute, and you get to float over the oldest Desert in the world suspended from your parachute for ±7 minutes flying down for a safe landing back on mother earth.
- Tandem jumps with instructor; optional photo/video packages
- Maximum weight: 110kg.
- Weight Surcharge N$300.00 for 90-110kg.
- Weight Surcharge N$600.00 for 100-105kg.
- Weight Surcharge N$900.00 for 105-110kg.
- Participants under the age of 18 must have written parental consent.
- Tandem 10,000ft - N$4,700.00/pp
- Tandem 12,000ft - N$5,900.00/pp
- Tandem 15,000ft - N$7,400.00/pp
- SADC 10,000ft - N$3,700.00/pp
Ballooning
A hot air balloon flight is a real journey of discovery, and you will receive an equally unforgettable experience whenever and wherever you choose to fly. With a balloon to carry you, an experienced pilot to guide you and the Great Namib Desert Outdoors to amaze you, all you need is an appetite for adventure.
- 45-60 min flight
- champagne breakfast or soft-drinks
- retrieval service
- Maximum of 8 passengers per balloon.
- Passengers must be at least 10 years of age.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Children 8-11 receive a N$500.00 discount.
- SADC Nationals - N$5,500.00/pp
- International - N$7,550.00/pp
Horse Riding: Outrides
The outrides will be small excursions through the dry Swakopriverbed, over through some of the small canyons into the little moon landscape. The rides will take you past the burned mountain "Nuberoffkop", back into the Swakoprivervalley..
- Price depends on duration and group size.
- Rides depart Okakambe Stables.
- Cash only.
- Strictly no person over 85kg.
- Beginner riders max. 80kg.
- 1 Hour (Single) - N$1,150.00/pp
- 1 Hour (Group) - N$970.00/pp
- 3 Hour (Single) - N$1,900.00/pp
- 3 Hour (Group) - N$1,500.00/pp
- 90-Min Beach Ride (Single) - N$4,000.00/pp
- 90-Min Beach Ride (Group) - N$3,000.00/pp
- Horse Transport to Long Beach (Single) - N$2,750.00/pp
- Horse Transport to Long Beach (Group) - N$1,950.00/pp
Horse Riding: Day Tours
A day tour will take the riders down into the Swakoprivervalley, through the little moon landscape, over to the sand dunes. Here the horses will take our guests along the old history railway track to the colonial horse cemetery, from where the ride will go on towards the beach. Lunch will be served at a set table at the beach. After lunch the ride will take us along the Swakopriverbed.
- Departs Okakambe Stables at 09H00.
- Returns Okakambe Stables at approx. 16H00.
- Lunch served at the beach.
- Cash only.
- Strictly no person over 85kg.
- Beginner riders max. 80kg.
- Full-Day Tour (Single) - N$4,200.00/pp
- Full-Day Tour (Group) - N$3,250.00/pp
Welwitchia Moon Landscape Tour
Departs Swakopmund twice a day (09H00 and 14H00) to explore the Moon Valley and a rockier desert area, where the famous endemic Welwitschia and other plants can be seen. Fascinating flora, geological formations and extraordinary scenery, possible sightings of creatures large and small. This tour is all about unique landscapes and endemic plants. Approx. 4 hours with refreshments.
- Refreshments included
- Welwitschia viewing
- Minimum of 4 adults.
- Children 4-12 yrs: N$600.00/pp
- Singles can join existing tours.
- Half-Day Tour - N$1,000.00/pp
Cape Cross Excursion
Departs Swakopmund at 08H00. Drive along the Skeleton Coast to Cape Cross Seal reserve to discover a multitude of environmental as well as historical items to see such as lichen fields, coastal birds, a shipwreck and much more; includes museum visit and light lunch. Full day trip from Swakopmund.
- Pickup from accommodation in Swakopmund.
- Cape Cross reserve park fees.
- Light lunch.
- Minimum of 2 adults.
- Excludes drinks at the bar.
- Full-Day Tour - N$2,500.00/pp
Scenic Flights (Aircraft)
Fixed-wing scenic flights covering Sossusvlei, Sandwich Harbour, shipwrecks and other highlights. Aircraft capacity varies (5-7 pax); prices depend on passenger count.
- Sossusvlei Flight Plan (2H15M) OR Cape Cross Flight Plan (2H15M) OR Skeleton Coast Flight Plan (1H30M) OR Namib Desert Flight Plan (1H)
- Minimum of 2 passengers per flight.
- Prices vary by pax count
- Sossusvlei or Cape Cross 2 Pax - N$16,500.00/pp
- Sossusvlei or Cape Cross 7 Pax - N$6,600.00/pp
- Skeleton Coast 2 Pax - N$12,625.00/pp
- Skeleton Coast 7 Pax - N$5,050.00/pp
- Namib Desert 2 Pax - N$9,500.00/pp
- Namib Desert 7 Pax - N$3,800.00/pp
Scenic Flights (Helicopter)
Scenic helicopter options in either a Robinson R44 (3-pax) or Bell 206 (4-pax) with removable doors for great views. Seating depends on aircraft type.
- Robinson R44 (3 pax) or Bell 206 (4 pax).
- Walvis Bay Flight Plan (30-Min). OR Sandwich Harbour Flight Plan (60-Min) OR Edward Bohlen Shipwreck Flight Plan (120-Min).
- Doors removable before flight.
- Minimum of 2 passengers per flight.
- Walvis Bay - N$7,500.00/pp
- Sandwich Harbour - N$15,000.00/pp
- Edward Bohlen Shipwreck - N$30,000.00/pp
Angling Boat Fishing Trips
Fishing charters departing Swakopmund, Mole - meet us at 07h45 at the Mole, Swakopmund for 08h15 departure. Fishing takes place from 100m up to 800m offshore and approximately 20km either north or south of Swakopmund. The most common fish to catch are Kabeljou, Blacktail, Steenbras, Catfish and a variety of shark species. Returns approx. 13H30-14H00.
- A lunch pack.
- All bait and tackle.
- A cool box with beer, water and soft drinks.
- The edible and size fish that you catch are yours to keep.
- Minimum of 3 Adults.
- 50% deposit required at the time of booking.
- Bring along a Jersey or Jacket.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses.
- Sharks will be released.
- Morning Offshore Fishing Trip - N$2,200.00/pp
Shore Fishing Trips
Full-day shore-based fishing excursions; local spots between Swakopmund and Henties Bay. Pickup at 07H45, departure at 08H00. The most common fish to catch are Kabeljou, Blacktail (Kolstert), Steenbras, Catfish and a variety of shark species. Returns approx. 16H00.
- Pickup (Swakopmund)
- A lunch pack
- All bait and tackle.
- A cool box with beer, water and soft drinks.
- Fishing Permit (upon confirmation of booking, ID or Passport is requested for permit)
- The edible and size fish that you catch are yours to keep.
- Cash only.
- Minimum of 3 Adults.
- 50% deposit required at the time of booking.
- Bring along a Jersey or Jacket.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses.
- Passport or ID for fishing permit.
- Sharks will be released.
- Full-Day Shore Fishing Trip - N$2,500.00/pp
Photography Tour
Discover the historic charm of Swakopmund with a 2-hour walking photography tour centered on German colonial architecture. For those who wish to explore more, clients can choose to follow in their own vehicle for extended natural location stops, including the Moon Landscape, desert dunes, and ocean views.
- Includes refreshments.
- Guided photo stops and tips.
- Historical insights about buildings and locations.
- Cash only.
- Minimum of 2 Adults.
- Children under 12 years can join for free.
- 50% deposit required at the time of booking.
- Bring along a Jersey or Jacket.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and camera.
- 2-Hour Guided Photography Tour (Walking/Self-Drive) (Town Only) - N$950.00/pp
- 4-Hour Guided Self-Drive Tours (Moon Landscape/Desert) - N$1,750.00/pp
Personalized Shopping Tour
Experience a curated shopping adventure in Swakopmund, tailored to your clients unique interests. This 2-hour walking tour takes them to hidden gems and local favorites, exploring arts, clothing, accessories, curios, or food and drinks. Clients complete a short form beforehand to personalize their experience, making it perfect for those wanting a tailored shopping journey in Namibia.
- Includes refreshments.
- Itinerary based on client preferences.
- Cash only.
- Minimum of 2 Adults.
- Children under 10 years can join for free.
- 50% deposit required at the time of booking.
- Bring along a Jersey or Jacket.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and camera.
- 2-Hour Curated Shopping Tour (Walking/Self-Drive) - N$380.00/pp
Fun Photoshoot Activity
Make unforgettable memories with this playful, one-hour photography activity perfect for families and couples visiting Swakopmund. Clients can capture the joy and connection of their vacation with moments on the beach, exploring the charming streets, or running up the dunes. This activity is designed for fun, candid photos that your clients can treasure.
- Candid photography session
- A personalized online gallery
- Cash only.
- 50% deposit required at the time of booking.
- Bring along a Jersey or Jacket.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and camera.
- 1-Hour - N$1,750.00/pp
- 1-Hour (2-6 people) - N$2,650.00/group
- 1-Hour (7-10 people) - N$3,650.00/group
Spitzkoppe and Moon Valley Day Tour
Depart at 08H00 for a combined day tour visiting Spitzkoppe, the famous Rock Arch, and San Rock Paintings. After lunch, we continue to Moon Valley, to uncover unique landscapes, endemic plants like the Welwitschia, and beautiful geological formations. Expected back by approx. 15H00-16H00.
- Light Lunch, drinks and refreshments.
- Knowledgeable guide.
- Park Fees.
- Children 4-12 yrs - N$2,500.00pp
- Minimum of 2 Adults.
- Singles can join existing tours.
- Pickup from accommodation in Swakopmund.
- Full-Day Tour - N$3,300.00/pp
Operator notes and policies
Prices can change without prior notice due to unforeseen cost increases of imported products, fuel, currency fluctuations, government regulations or other unpredictable factors in the national and international economic climate.
Cancellation policy: no-shows and cancellation fees apply when cancelling within less than 24 hours. Full payment is then due.
All tours are done at the client's own risk. We accept no responsibility for stolen, lost or damaged belongings, or any injury that might occur due to participation in a tour.