About this experience
This will be your most memorable dune tour and a true Namibia highlight. Journey to where towering dunes meet the Atlantic Ocean, a harsh yet serene landscape that is constantly changing, quiet and deeply relaxing. Enjoy thrilling dune drives as skilled guides take you up massive dunes to breathtaking viewpoints across the Namib Desert.
Along the way, encounter remarkable wildlife and thousands of seabirds thriving in this unique environment. Admire pink flamingos, pelicans and other birdlife in the Ramsar-listed Walvis Bay Wetlands, and pass Africa’s largest evaporation salt mine with its striking pink ponds. Feel the desert’s silence, ambience and vast beauty on an adventure that creates lifelong memories.
The journey continues to Swakopmund, a coastal town full of charm and surprises. Enjoy a relaxed city tour past colonial-era architecture, panoramic ocean views from the iconic Jetty, and a taste of the town’s rich culture and seaside atmosphere, blending nature and city sites.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
Not included
- Wind breaker jacket
Itinerary and highlights
Our first stop is at the Flamingos in the Walvis Bay lagune, we learn about them, why they are pink and about their habitat, then we drive past the enormous salt works and see the pink salt lakes. Further in the Lagune, which is a Ramsar site, we see the many waders and palearctic sea birds. The route takes us along the shore, past windswept dunes, seals and black backed Jackals,
The route along the shore takes us past wind swept dunes, black backed Jackals, seals and an array of sea birds. We see salt pans and vast open spaces, often with nobody in sight, and the dune belt that comes closer and closer, until it meets the sea. Entry into Sandwich harbour is often difficult and tide dependent, its Unique, its beautiful. Towering dunes on the left, sea on the right. A rollercoaster ride takes us up to the high dunes and spectacular view point. The ambience is quiet and relaxed, its majestic and vast. We then go on an exhilarating dune ride and game drive, searching for what life the desert has to show, from the tiny shovelnose lizard, dancing on the hot dunes, to the ever-hardened Oryx struggling to survive these harsh conditions. Along the salt pans back onto the shore to Walvis Bay
Hohenzollernhaus is an iconic historical landmark located in the heart of Swakopmund, Namibia. This stunning building, which showcases a blend of German colonial architecture and local influences, is a must-visit for any history enthusiast or traveler seeking to understand the unique cultural heritage of the region. Originally constructed in the late 19th century, Hohenzollernhaus has witnessed the evolution of Swakopmund from a bustling harbor town to a vibrant tourist destination. Its intricate design and charming facades make it a popular spot for photography, allowing visitors to capture the essence of this coastal city.
Swakopmund Jetty is a historic, 245-meter-long wooden structure extending into the Atlantic Ocean, offering stunning views of the sea and the city, and is a popular spot for fishermen, photographers, and those seeking a scenic walk
With its German-style façade and tower latticed in green and gold, historic Woermannhaus is a Swakopmund icon that's among the city's oldest buildings. Today, that national landmark holds a public library and art center
we pass Dune 7 close to Walvis Bay. Unfortunately we do not climb the dune we only have time to view it.
We then head to the flamingos and the pink salt lakes
Meeting and pickup information
- Please note all Cruise Liner passengers, your tour pick up time starts an hour after you have docked. The tour will depart latest an hour and a half after the pick up time. Late comers are considered a no show Please look out for our gazebo with the company name on as you exit the cruise liner.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Desert Dunes and Dust Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- ALL RATES EXCLUDE CONCESSION FEES. We are not yet aware how much the concession fee will be
- This is am ideal Cruiseliner Tour which start 1 hour after the Cruiseliner docks. What ever time it docks
- We need at least two persons to start tour
- If Tour does not start, we offer another time slot, another tour or complete refund
- This is a new tour, and your review will be greatly appreciated so that future guest know what to expect
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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