Excursion Sandwich harbor tour at Walvis Bay

Depart the quayside and drive to Walvis Bay Lagoon. Stop to observe the flamingos (dependent upon weather and season) and other sea birds before heading towards the Kuiseb Delta via the Walvis Bay Saltpans.

Sandwich Harbor is a part of the Namib-Naukluft Park many have heard of but very few have ever visited. Giant sand dunes run straight into the ocean, creating breathtaking scenery and a unique off-road driving experience. Land rovers take you to beautiful lookouts where you can feel the isolation for which Namibia and the Skeleton Coast are so famous.

Arrive at Sandwich Harbor Lagoon, a highlight of the Sandwich Harbor area. It is a large natural tidal lagoon, situated about 55km south of Walvis Bay. The lagoon is completely surrounded by large sand dunes and is only accessible by 4x4 - even this mode of transportation relies largely on the tides.

The lagoon area is fed with fresh water seeping through the sand dunes, which contributes to the beauty and natural diversity of the area. The water plays a fundamental role, as it feeds the plants on the shores of the lagoon, which in turn stabilize the dunes, preventing them from silting up the area. If the lagoon is not accessible via 4x4, there is still the chance to see the lagoon area from lookout spots.

Depending on the tides and the swell, the excursion will try to reach the Sandwich Harbor lagoon along the beach. Alternatively, there is an exciting dune ride to a lookout point to get an aerial view of the Sandwich Harbor Lagoon. Stop along the way to enjoy drinks and snacks.

The route homewards tests the power of the vehicles on the dunes, the highlight being the 65-meter high roaring dune, giving you exceptional viewpoints on the return to Walvis Bay and the quayside.

Note

Please note: This tour entails moderate walking over sandy surfaces, making it less suitable for those with limited mobility. Pregnant travelers or guests with back injuries or heart conditions may wish to refrain from this tour given the 4x4 ride can be extremely bumpy. Guests are recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes, sun hats, sun block and sunglasses.