About this experience
This Marine Dune day will be the highlight of your Namibia Tour. The Catamaran Dolphin and seal cruise is very popular added with the Sandwich harbor Dune drive, is the best Namibia has to offer. Its a full day, its a lot of information to absorb, but its absolutely worth it.
Our guides are knowledgeable and careful, skilled dune drivers. Safety is important.
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This tour is a Walvis bay Tour
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 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
- It could be cold or windy ,please wear sun and wind protection clothing and easy walking shoes.
What is included
- Lunch
- Licensed tour guide
- Parking Fees
Itinerary and highlights
The Catamaran Cruise departs at 08h30 from the Waterfront and returns about 12h00. Enroot to the see will Pelicans Seals and often Dolphins. On a good day we could spot the Sunfish ( Mola Mola) and even Whales ( in the whaling season). Some times Pelicans fly real close and we stop at the seal colony to view the 50000 strong seal colony from the sea. Snacks are served on the Catamaran. We return to the waterfront where we are met by our Sandwichharbourtours.com guide who takes us out to Sandwich Harbor.
Time to embark and disembark the Catamaran is not included in the time ( this takes about 20 minutes)
From the Waterfront we proceed to the Esplanade and stop at the Pink Flamingos we drop the air of our tyres and go past the Pink Salt lakes on our way along the shore to the towering Dunes of Sandwich Harbor. Past windswept dunes and and array of seabirds. We may see Seals and jackal.
We drive past the Walvis Bay Lagoon, the Pink salt lakes of the Salt Mine and onto the shore , along the beach south for 60km. We encounter many bird species, migratory and others, Flamingos, Pelicans Avocet, Terns and many more, along the way. We enter the Namib Naukluft Park and onto the towering Dunes of Sandwich Harbor. We drive along the 'Lange Wand,' where Sea meets Dunes, only a narrow strip of beach to travel on, so tide is very important. We have the most stunning Dune views. Its a rollercoaster ride up to the view point and the most beautiful site unfolds at your feet.
after enjoying the wonderful Dune views we head back through the dunes.
We go to various viewpoints, have short dune walks and look about. Its absolutely amazing. Its awesome!
Have a light lunch at some awesome spot along the route. We search for what wild life the Desert has along a small game drive. We head back onto the beach and the way we came to Walvis Bay and drop you at your Cruise liner or Hotel
Meeting and pickup information
- Once booked, travelers may reach out to us for a smooth pickup and drop off. We pick up in Swakopmund and Walvis Bay Free Of Charge. Please be ready 10min before pick up time You can also travel with your own vehicle to the New Marina and meet us there Please take note all cruise liner passengers. We stand in the port after the first gate with a Desert Dunes and Dust Tours Gazebo that has our logo on. Please note your guide will also stand with a name board. 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
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Desert Dunes and Dust Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
- We need to know where you are staying so that your pick up can be arranged.
- Should the Tour be cancelled for any reason, we will offer you another Tour/ time slot or full refund.
- We require at least two people to start a tour. If you are a solo traveler contact us to confirm
- Please contact us the night before your tour on what's app to confirm tour details
- 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!!
- Let us know your dietary requirements and allergies on booking or by what's app . We offer Oysters and champagne on the Dolphin Cruise.
- It could be cold or windy ,please wear sun and wind protection clothing and easy walking shoes.
- 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 note we do our Dolphin Cruise with Pelican Dolphin Cruises which is our own in-house company.
- Bigger Catamarans available with bigger groups
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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What are the pickup arrangements?
We pick up in Swakopmund and Walvis Bay Free Of Charge. Please be ready 10min before pick up time
You can also travel with your own vehicle to the New Marina and meet us there
Please take note all cruise liner passengers. We stand in the port after the first gate with a Desert Dunes and Dust Tours Gazebo that has our logo on. Please note your guide will also stand with a name board.
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
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