Namibia · TOURS
Good tours & days out fill up weeks ahead on this coast; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Walvis Bay’s 3.5-hour luxury catamaran cruise, with seals, dolphins, whales, oysters, sparkling wine, and practical booking tips.
“Fantastic! Great, knowledgeable guide and we saw a humpback whale. Yummy food too.”
Ride 4x4s across Namibia’s giant dunes to Sandwich Harbour, with flamingos, salt lakes, wildlife, sandboarding, lunch, and ocean views.
“We had an absolutely unforgettable experience on our Sandwich Harbour tour! CJ and Vernon were phenomenal guides, incredibly knowledgeable, fun, and genuinely passionate about showing us the most beautiful corners of this stunning area. From the seamless pickup to the perfectly organized picnic and sandboarding activity, every detail was thoughtfully planned and executed. CJ and Vernon took us to breathtaking viewpoints, shared fascinating insights about the landscape and wildlife, and made sure we always felt comfortable and safe. The combination of adventure, scenery, and top-notch service made this tour one of the highlights of our entire Namibia trip. Thank you for an incredible day we’l...”
Ride 4x4s across Namib dunes to Sandwich Harbour, spot flamingoes and springbok, then enjoy oysters and sparkling wine by the Atlantic.
“Best thing we did in Walvis Bay /Swakobmund. Elmar our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining.”
See Windhoek’s landmarks, taste kapana, and visit Katutura and Penduka on a small-group city tour with hotel pickup.
“The guide 'Petreus' was excellent. He was very knowledgeable about the history and culture of Windhoek. We had a very enjoyable time especially visiting the market in Katutura where we enjoyed sampling "kapana" - marinated and grilled meat served with tomato salsa and fat cakes.”
Review the Walvis Bay Sandwich Harbour 4x4 tour, with dune rides, flamingos, wildlife, picnic lunch, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“What a memorable experience! Starting off in the morning fog, we drive along the beach eventually reaching a narrow strip in between the massive desert dunes and the sea. We saw jackals loping along the beach! Some super fun driving in the dunes by our guide Marius who was so friendly and knowledgeable. And to top it off a delicious lunch from Abby’s Catering in the middle of the dunes, no one else around. Thanks so much Marius and Abby!”
Kayak beside 20,000 Cape fur seals at Pelican Point, with 4x4 transport, breakfast, birdlife, gear, and guide photos included.
“Super leuke ervaring! Francois is een leuke begeleider die veel kennis deelde en openstond voor alle vragen. Je kreeg heel veel tijd bij de grappige nieuwsgierige zeeleeuwen. Een top ervaring en een echte aanrader.”
Ride 4x4s from Swakopmund across dunes to Sandwich Harbour, with flamingos, salt pans, Atlantic views, wildlife, and expert local guides.
“This is a breathtaking nature wonder tour for our group of 10 seniors. We were so thrilled to be able to enjoy the roller coaster rides with a total of 4 SUVs. Jurgen, our tour guide, together with three other guides were extremely experienced and polite making the entire trip a memorable one. Everyone enjoyed the lunch buffet and drinks. We highly recommended this tour. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼”
Explore Windhoek landmarks, Katutura, local food, and Penduka on a three-hour cultural tour with hotel pickup.
“A great experience to see the best parts of Windhoek in a day and our tour guide was very friendly! I would definitely recommend even as a solo since it’s a group tour”
Kayak beside thousands of Cape fur seals at Pelican Point, with flamingos, a shipwreck, lighthouse, breakfast, and a scenic 4x4 drive.
“Wow!!! This was such a fun activity! As we kayaked amongst the thousands of baby cape fur seals, I had a big smile on my face the entire time. Just an incredible experience, and a great value!!”
Review of the 4x4 Sandwich Harbour tour from Walvis Bay, with giant dunes, wildlife, lunch, guide quality, price, and practical booking advice.
“My husband and I were on a cruise with stop in Walvis Bay, Namibia, and we can’t recommend Red Dune Safaris and JP enough. Despite our delayed disembarking due to immigration process, JP was waiting for us patiently, managed to delivRead more”
Ride fat bikes through Swakopmund’s Namib dunes on a guided, eco-friendly tour with gear included, optional downhill thrills, and strong value.
“Fantastic experience cycling amongst the amazing dunes! Our guide was excellent. Brilliant way to see the desert without breaking the budget on an expensive tour. 100% recommend.”
Ride 4x4s across Namibia’s towering dunes to Sandwich Harbour, with birdlife, ocean views, expert guides, snacks, and small-group comfort.
“Mike was a great host & guide. He took us on a tour of Walvis Bay and the nearby salt mill. The off-road experience in the sand dunes was incredible. Multiple stops for pictures and view-points. We enjoyed a wonderful lunch picnic including Tafel beer and rose bubbles.”
Review of Walvis Bay’s Sandwich Harbour sunset tour, with 4x4 dunes, ocean views, photography time, oysters, drinks, and practical tips.
“Picked a great spot for sunset. Relaxed and friendly guide.”
Ride quad bikes through Swakopmund’s dunes, spot the Namib Desert Little Five, and learn how tiny creatures survive the harsh sand.
“We loved it! Guides delivered amazing dune driving, professional. Showed us a variety if desert adapted little creatures. Can highly recommend it”
Explore Swakopmund’s living dunes, spot rare desert wildlife, and learn how coastal fog sustains life on this guided half-day tour.
“This tour exceeded my expectations, it was informative and the wildlife was excellent, outstanding time!”
Every kind of day out on the coast and the plateau, and the best of each.
