Activities Swakopmund

Nestled on the dramatic west coast of Namibia, Swakopmund is a unique destination for visitors to Namibia. Offering a German architectural and culture heritage, this small town is situated where the spectacular dunes of the Namib Desert meet the cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean. If you are interested in history and culture, endemic desert and sea-life or adrenaline filled activities including quad biking and sand boarding, Swakopmund has something for everyone. Read about all the activities on offer here and contact us for more details or to include them in your trip to Namibia.

Sightseeing activities

Living Desert Tour

4-5 hours.
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All ages.

You will be taken through a scenic although apparently barren landscape to find its mind-blowing hidden treasures. Track chameleons, snakes, skinks, scorpions, lizards, geckos and other small creatures, and learn more about the area’s desert ecology. This amazing tour ends on a dune overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Informative and eco-aware, with plenty to see, learn, experience and photograph. Come and discover the wonders of the Namib Desert.

Sandwich Harbour 4x4 tours

Half to full day.
A range of options, combine with kayaking.
All ages.

Choose from a range tours of different lengths and focal points as you explore the incredible Sandwich Harbour area by 4x4 vehicle. Part of our Kuiseb Delta Concession, only one activity operator is allowed to access this area. If weather and tides allow, we will drive right to the Sandwich Harbour Lagoon along the beach, one of Southern Africa’s richest and unique wetlands and one of five RAMSAR sites (Ramsar site no. 743) in Namibia. Sandwich Harbour boasts two distinct wetlands and associated mudflats. One is aquifer-fed and supports typical emergent vegetation, but is slowly disappearing due to natural causes. The second, under tidal influence, consists of mudflats and raised shingle bars. Wedged between the sea and the Namib Dunes, it is one of Namibia's most important coastal wetlands, supporting eight endangered species among the large numbers of wading birds. Several archaeological sites dating back 1,000 years exist within the site. If our vehicles cannot drive all along the beach to get to Sandwich Harbour because of high tide, you will get a chance to see the lagoon area from one of our many beautiful lookout spots and will have the time to walk and explore. We have lots of time to stop along the way for photography. Our excursion will take us past the area’s typical fauna and flora. Animals which have developed ways to adapt to the desert include the black-backed jackal, fog-basking beetle, dancing spider (‘white lady of the Namib’), golden mole, shovel-snouted lizard, palmato gecko, springbok, oryx, brown hyena and ostrich. The route homewards takes us over spectacularly high dunes and guests will experience some exhilarating 4x4 driving.

Classic Marine Cruise

3.5 hours
9am.
All ages.

A guided cruise in the bay, harbour or Dolphin Beach areas dependent on sightings. Cruise up to Pelican Point Cape Fur Seal Colony. Although not guaranteed, marine life sightings can include seals, pelicans, flamingos, seagulls and dolphins throughout the year. Other animals which can be seen on a seasonal bases include turtles, Mola Mola, penguins and whales.

Includes canapés, fresh Namibian oysters paired with sparkling wine and a variety of other hot and cold beverages rounded off by a dessert platter.

Adrenaline activities

Quad biking

Approx. 90mins -2 hours.
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From 9 years old.

Lie down or stand up sand boarding

Approx. 1 hour.
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All ages.

Sandboarding is great fun for everyone where speeds of up to 8km/h can be reached. It is guaranteed to give smiles and to get the adrenaline pumping. It is excellent for inexperienced boarders. There are two options to choose from, the traditional lie-down boarding is the easy option, or the stand-up boarding which uses snowboards. We provide all necessary equipment and instructions.

Sandboarding can be combined with the quad biking activity.

Pelican Point Sea Kayaking

4.5 hours (1-1.5hrs kayaking).
Incl. breakfast and drinks.
All ages.

Experience the 40km drive to Pelican Point in our 4x4 across the oceans' edge of the Namib Desert past the most important coastal wetland in Southern Africa. Thousands of birds will captivate nature lovers and photographers alike. Here we start kayaking near the lighthouse to the seal colonies. Excellent bird viewing is available, delightful seals, and Heavyside Dolphins come to play around your kayak.

Kayaks : singles and doubles

No prior kayaking experience is necessary, whole family welcome

Refreshments provided : Tea, coffee & Brötchens (sandwiches)

An 8am start allows for the fact that the wind in Walvis Bay tends to start to increase during the late morning / early afternoon and an early start allows for maximum kayaking time and photo opportunities.

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