Half-Day Sandwich Harbour Tour from Walvis Bay with Lunch
Walvis Bay

Price: €123
Min age: 1
Rating 4.81 / 5 [48 ratings]
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Namib-Naukluft National Park, Erongo Region, Namibia
|The natural lagoon at Sandwich Harbour – 55kms south of Walvis Bay and within the Namib-Naukluft National Park – is renowned as one of the best birding locations on the African coast, attracting thousands of migratory fowl in early summer (October-November).
Designated a Ramsar ‘wetland of global importance’, the combination of dunes and lagoon is breathtaking, while the dramatic drive along the coast – with the chance to sight springbok and brown hyena – make this one of the Atlantic coastline’s natural wonders.
Operators will collect you from your hotel in Swakopmund or Walvis Bay for this full-day excursion into the deserts south of Walvis Bay. Transport is in comfortable 4WD vehicles, with refreshments and lunch provided.
It’s possible to visit Sandwich Harbour in your own vehicle, but it’s definitely not recommended. You’ll need a permit, and the shifting sands make finding the right route difficult.
Tours run all year round, seven days a week, departing first thing in the morning.
The best time to visit Walvis Bay, and Namibia in general, is the dry season from June to October, but it is a year-round destination with generally pleasant weather. October and November, however, are especially good when the numbers of migratory birds reach their peak.
Our selection of the best Viator tours of this attraction or activity
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Our writer’s recommended tour operators to book with
Swakopmund, Erongo, Namibia
Swakopmund-based Bruno & Kate Nebe offers high-quality, private bespoke tours to all parts of Namibia, including some of the least accessible but most spectacular parts. Their Sandwich Harbour tours are among the best.
Walvis Bay, Erongo, Namibia
Walvis Bay company offering 4×4 excursions to Sandwich Harbour and the Walvis Bay wetlands. Combination tours with marine cruises, kayaking, and birdwatching tours are also available.
Walvis Bay, Erongo, Namibia
Well-regarded local Walvis Bay tour operator offering affordable kayak tours off Walvis Bay’s Pelican Point, safaris to Sandwich Harbour and combos of both.
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Thrilling desert adventure and spellbinding desolate coastlines meet game-rich reserves and quirky towns in this unique and atmospheric country. Don’t miss safaris in Etosha and a visit to the towering sand dunes of Sossusvlei.