About this experience
Its an absolutely awesome experience to learn how to drive your own car like a professional in these absolutely unique areas. An unforgettable experience. Competent and experienced Guides take you driving up and down these enormous dunes whilst experiencing the Classic Sandwich Harbor Tour. See the amazing pink waters of the Salt Mine, view the thousands of waders in the Ramsar Wetland, Flamingos, Pelicans and all the species, view Seals and Jackals whilst driving on the Beach and then onto the towering Dunes.
Coaching and sharing experiences with the Guide. No chances are taken and driver compatible routes are chosen to optimize SAFETY, but you will surely take home the thrill and the stunning views in one of your most favorable memories.....guaranteed.... join us. Create unforgettable memories!
Please note price here includes one vehicle and 2 persons, all additional vehicles and persons are extra. Please consult us.
You can now rent a 4wd from us should your car rental not allow it
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr–6 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr–6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Lunch
Itinerary and highlights
After meeting in Swakopmund we drive to Walvisbay, where we meet 1/2 hour later our Walvisbay Guests. Then past the Salt Mine onto the beach, to the Dune belt at Sandwich harbor, where Sea meets Dune, and up the towering Dunes, for some really adrenaline creating moments and stunning views. Down many steep slip faces and up many tall dunes along a really exciting dune drive. You follow our guide with your car and are helped along in any situation by our guide. We guide on route help with driving techniques, communicating via Radio. Please insure your car is adequately insured and have car rental company permission to enter Sandwich. After the dune drive we go back to Walvisbay inflate tyres and back to your accommodation. Its an awesome experience.
Please note the price here is for 1 Vehicle including 2 persons. All additional vehicles and persons are extra
please note.: should your car rental company not allow their vehicle into Sandwich you can rent one from us.
its an additional
The tour really starts at the Walvis Bay Esplanade. Here we view the Flamingos and air down our tyres. We exchange experience and learn about each others vehicle. We then go past the Pink salt lakes of the Salt Mine onto the beach and to the towering Dunes. We do the same route as our Sandwich Harbor Dune drive.
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 pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This experience requires a minimum number of participants, if this is not met we will offer you another time slot/ date or full refund.
- Your vehicle should be as light as possible and fueled up at the start of Tour. Leave any extra water cans and jerry can at home.
- This Self drive tour is not available to Cruise liner Guests
- If you have a car rental car please ensure you have their permission to use their car in Sandwich Harbour
- If you have your own vehicle please ensure that it is adequately insured
- If you do not have a car you can rent a car from us . Please contact us
- Please note German guides are limited and we do not have the capacity to give everyone a German guide, These will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. Please note we can not guarantee a German guide on every tour!!
- Please make sure your vehicle is equipped with all the necessary tools to enter the dunes, A spare tyre, equipment to change your tyre if needed etc
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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