Top Swakopmund Day Trips

The wildlife in Ramsar Convention Walvisbay Wetlands is abundant and full of variety, making Sandwich Harbor the ideal place for any birdwatcher or animal fan to visit for the day. Explore the wetlands and, depending on the season, see a huge seal colony with their pups, vast congregations of flamingos, and some of the most unique scenery anywhere in the world. The dunes at Sandwich Harbor make for great photographs — they’re also a great racetrack for your tour vehicle.

This is the description of the 7-hour Desert Tour: We travel through one of the oldest deserts in the world and find ourselves surrounded by the rugged and rocky scenery of the Namib Desert. Experience the "Ringing Stones" and the fascinating plants of the Namib, for example the remarkable Welwitschia Plant, a living fossil which is only found in this geographical area. With a bit of luck, one can see Springbok, Klipspringer. Steenbok, Baboon, Ostriches, Ruppels Korhaan and Trac-Trac Chat. After a lunch break we drive along the dry riverbed of the Swakop Valley and pass the Oasis "Goanikontes". We close off this tour with a visit to the Shifting sand dunes near Swakopmund. Please note: The 4-hour Desert Tour involves a shorter route and does not include a lunch break.

Explore the rugged beauty of the Skeleton Coast, a land marked by desert extremes, resilient plant life sustained by fog, and a haunting coastline strewn with shipwrecks, on this half-day, small-group tour. Witness the vast colony of Cape Fur Seals at Cape Cross, where Diego Cão planted the first Cross in 1493. Immerse yourself in the history of this remote region, discovering tales of survival and maritime tragedies.

Embark on a 5- to 6-hour adventure at Sandwich Harbour. Your experienced guides will take you on a thrilling 4WD vehicle self-drive tour, navigating through massive dunes. View the stunning pink waters of the Salt Mine and observe the diverse bird species in the Ramsar Wetland, including elegant flamingos and graceful pelicans. As you drive along the beach, catch glimpses of seals and jackals before conquering the towering dunes. Your guides provide expert coaching and share their remarkable experiences.

Explore some of Namibia’s most incredible natural wonders, including Sandwich Harbour, the flamingos of Walvis Bay, the 500-million-year-old Moon Landscape, and the 1500-year-old Welwitschia plants on this full-day small-group tour from Swakopmund. A great way to squeeze in trips to some of the region’s best sights in just one day, this guided 4x4 trip also gives visitors the chance to learn more about the fascinating ecology of the Namib Desert.

Viewing and climbing Namibia's own Matterhorn. Namibia has wide open spaces, clear skies, thousands of seals, beautiful Rock formation, age old Bushman paintings and unique desert Plants. A must see in Namibia! We see the ship wreck Zeila and then we go to Cape Cross seal colony in the Skeleton Park.

Observe the Cape fur seal in its natural habitat on this half-day tour from Swakopmund to Cape Cross. Join a small group and drive along the coastal road to reach the seal colony where you can see the animals in action. You also make a stop at the Free Republic of Wlotzka’s Baken, a self-sustaining settlement, to explore the beach haven.

Lying between a high inland plateau and the Atlantic Ocean, the Namib Desert extends along the coast of Namibia, merging with the Kaokoveld Desert into Angola in the north and south with the Karoo Desert in South Africa.

This super informative tour of Namibia’s dune landscape is an ideal choice for nature lovers. Your guide tells you all about the distinct desert environment and helps you spot wildlife like lizards, snakes, and beetles as you walk across the sandy expanse. Hotel pickup and drop-off, bottled water, and a snack make this tour an easy and comfortable option.

Discover the otherworldly landscapes of Namibia when you embark on this full-day tour from Swakopmund. Journey through the Moon Landscape, a testament to the desert's extreme climate. Discover the unique Welwitschia Mirabilis, a rare living fossil, thriving in the arid Namib Desert. Immerse yourself in the vastness of the Namib Naukluft Park in a small, intimate group led by an expert guide.

Jutting out from the Skeleton Coast in western Namibia, on the banks of the White Lady Salt Pan. Visit this unique location to discover the Cape Cross Seal Reserve, a protected area of important habitat inhabited by a colony of Cape Fur Seals. Learn about this huge colony of protected animals, and hear about their lives in the wild Atlantic ocean.

Our clients get to see some 80,000 to 100,000 Cape Fur Seals at close quarters. This is an experience of a lifetime. During October, large adult males haul out to establish breeding territories, and those that do, stay for six weeks or more. The bulls expend considerable energy reserves and lose weight establishing and maintaining territories, herding females and fighting other males. A single pup is born in late November or early December and during a 34 - day period, 90% of the pups are born. The black pups suckle soon after birth and the females remain with it for the first week. This close association establishes a strong maternal bond between the pup and its mother. The initial bonding period is very important as it enables her and the pup to identify one another amongst the thousands of other seals. Without milk from the females, the pup's chances of survival are virtually nil. When they are separated the mother bellows for her pup and miraculously they find one another.

Join us on an unforgettable and unique ecological Namibian cycling experience in and around the delightful historic town, Swakopmund. Enjoy the fresh coastal air, take-in the silence and breathtaking scenery of the oldest desert in the world while enjoying the thrill of cycling up and down Namibia’s famous dunes. Guaranteed to excite and offer an unforgettable cycling experience.  Swakopmund must for both the scenic appreciator and adrenalin seeking adventurist.. The duration of the tour is ±2 hours with a min of 2 people

Explore the ancient wonders near Swakopmund on this private tour. Witness the remarkable Welwitschia Mirabilis, a plant that can live for millennia, and delve into the Moon Landscape, shaped by thousands of years of erosion. Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the surreal desert backdrop as well as Namibia's unique flora and fauna.

Discover the iconic Spitzkoppe Mountain, often called the Matterhorn of Africa, on this small-group day tour. Journey through the ancient Namib Desert, pausing to explore stalls selling local goods and souvenirs. At Spitzkoppe, marvel at granite formations like the "Rock Pool" and the "Rock Arch." Observe the desert flora and spot diverse bird species, and then enjoy a leisurely lunch before diving into the world of Bushman paintings.

The Spitzkoppe is a group of bald granite peaks or inselbergs located between Usakos and Swakopmund in the Namib desert of Namibia.