Full Day Tour Shipwreck Sandwich Harbour Adventure
Description
The Namibian South-Atlantic west coast is famously dangerous with foggy weather, many reefs, strong Benguela Current and swells. It is shrewn with countless remains of dead ships. One of these is the Shawnee a transport tug that ran aground on 16 February 1976, 15 miles north of Conception Bay. Another is the wreck of the Eduard Bohlen passenger and cargo ship, that ran aground south of Conception Bay on 5 September 1909 in thick fog and now lie about 600m inland.
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Itinerary
the drive initially takes us to the Kuiseb river delta, a dry riverbed where the odd springbok, oryx or jackal may be spotted. As this area forms part of our Kuiseb Delta Concession, we are the only activity operator allowed to access this area.
Sandwich Harbour, part of the Namib Naukluft Park, is a place many have heard of but very few have ever visited. Giant sand dunes of the oldest desert in the world, the Namib, run straight into the ocean, creating breath taking sceneries and unique landscapes, just waiting to be discovered!
The Namibian South-Atlantic west coast is famously dangerous with foggy weather, many reefs, strong Benguela Current and swells. It is shrewn with countless remains of dead ships. One of these is the Shawnee a transport tug that ran aground on 16 February 1976, 15 miles north of Conception Bay. Another is the wreck of the Eduard Bohlen passenger and cargo ship, that ran aground south of Conception Bay on 5 September 1909 in thick fog and now lie about 600m inland. This full-day excursion is designed for those interested in viewing the rugged beauty of the Namibian coastal landscape and dreams of seeing an actual shipwreck stuck high-up on a beach in one of the world most isolated places.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(4)
This tour was everything I hoped for — and then some. It was very well-organized from start to finish. The 4x4 vehicles were incredibly comfortable and handled the sand like a dream — smooth, powerful, and built for the terrain. We started with the surreal pink lagoons of the salt pans, followed by a surprise bonus: flamingos and pelicans! I hadn’t seen them the day before and didn’t realize they were part of the itinerary, so I was thrilled. Then came the highlight — the breathtaking sight of towering sand dunes meeting the ocean. Driving along the beach and over the dunes was exhilarating and so much fun. I’d expected a quick lunch stop with a simple sandwich — but what we got was an absolute feast: schnitzel, meat skewers, fish fillet, fresh oysters (!), salads, desserts (koeksisters, brownies, and more), and even sparkling wine — all served picnic-style on the beach with the dramatic backdrop of the Atlantic and dunes. While the “shipwreck coast” was really just one wreck (not a whole coastline), it still made for great photos and a perfect lunch setting. No complaints — the entire experience was thoughtful, exciting, and full of unexpected delights. Highly recommended if you want a day that combines adventure, scenery, wildlife, and a few luxury touches you wouldn’t expect in the middle of the desert!
The tour could not be carried out quite as booked due to external influences. The team responded absolutely professionally and allowed us a very nice day - we would love to come back!
This was by far one of the highlights of our trip to Namibia! Mike was an amazing driver and guide who was able to tell us so much about Sandwich Harbour and its surroundings. The drive itself was incredible, we saw so many breathtaking views, including the Eduardo Bohlen shipwreck. We also had lunch on the beach, with no one in sight for kilometers except for pelicans. Absolutely recommended!
Great day, very well organized. Beautiful is the part in boat with dolphin and whale watching, both the part in jeep. Very good
