Swakopmund is Namibia’s second largest town wedged between the Namib Desert and the Atlantic Ocean. This town is a favorite seaside holiday destination as it provides a welcome respite to the heat of the interior.
One of the town’s most prominent landmarks is the Swakopmund Lighthouse.
Its old-world charm resembles a Bavarian village, right down to the shops, restaurants, and hotels. It almost feels like you are stuck in a time with the German colonial buildings that have been restored; some of them even turned into museums.
Swakopmund is also famous for its German bakeries serving traditional German cakes and pastries. Many of our guided tours and self-drive itineraries include Swapokmund.
Activities in Swakopmund and Walvis Bay
Swakopmund is Namibia’s adventure capital. One can never run out of activities to do; due to its position on the coast and being at the bottom of the Namib desert. Quad biking in the dunes, sandboarding, hot air ballooning, fishing, scenic flights to view shipwrecks along the Skeleton Coast and the famous dunes, desert safaris, surfing, etc.
Dune safari between Swakopmund and Walvis Bay
There are also catamaran or motorboat cruises to visit the seals, dolphins, and birds; or Kayaking or sunset cruises.
The Living Desert Tour is an exciting educational tour that discovers the beauty and life; the “little 5”; within the coastal dunes of the Namib Desert. This tour focuses on the fauna and flora of the dune belt. It includes a 4×4 scenic dune drive with excellent photographic opportunities. It is suitable for both adults and children.
Living Desert – Web footed Gecko
There is good birdlife; with over 150 species of bird including plenty of Pelicans and two species of flamingo. Tours in the Walvis Bay Wetlands to hunt down the 150 000 migrant and local birds; in the lagoon, salt pans, and the bird sanctuary.
Great White Pelican
It is the perfect town in Nambia for a few days relaxing or to continue the adventure. Enjoy the renowned and delicious Swakopmund fare of oysters, fish & lobster.
Walvis Bay is the main airport to fly into; if you are starting your Namibian itinerary from Swakopmund. The transfers will take around 40 minutes to Swakopmund.
