Swakopmund & Walvis Bay – Bespoke Namibia Itineraries

Swakopmund is Namibia‘s second biggest town and one of the most surreal and unique destinations in the country. Think: Germany meeting the African desert next to the ocean.

Quaint and charming Swakop (as the locals call it) is safe, comfortable, and pleasant, with cafes, shops, pubs, and a happy, active vibe. Swakopmund is the perfect place to “wash the dirt off” after days of exploring in the desert. Together with the nearby Walvis Bay, this stop offers a huge range of water- and sand-based activities.

Golden sand dunes meet a flat cobalt-blue ocean under a clear sky at Walvis Bay, Namibia.

A large flock of flamingos wades in the shallow pink waters of a salt lagoon near Walvis Bay.

A group of greater flamingos stands in warm-toned shallow water at Walvis Bay, Namibia.

Why visit Swakopmund and Walvis Bay?

Just outside Swakopmund, a section of towering dunes have been set aside for a variety of adventure activities – sand boarding and skiing, quad biking, camel rides and off-road driving.

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Just outside Swakopmund, a section of towering dunes have been set aside for a variety of adventure activities – sand boarding and skiing, quad biking, camel rides and off-road driving.
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Swakopmund also offers a host of other attractions, including boat trips to see dolphins and seals, shore-based angling, skin diving, surfing or just simply relaxing on the beach.
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Another very popular day trip is a visit to Sandwich Harbor, a breathtaking lagoon where towering sand dunes dramatically meet the Atlantic Ocean, creating a unique ecosystem that serves as a haven for thousands of flamingos, pelicans, and other migratory birds.

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