Seal Kayaking & Sandwich Harbour Tour





Description
We collect our guests at their accommodation in Swakopmund and along the coast to Walvis bay. We Transfer you for FREE. We include a light lunch and drinks on both tours. We use new modern unsinkable Kayaks easy for anybody to use and that can not capsize. Everybody gets a life jacket and the guide will coach you on the use of the Kayak. No previous experience required. Then we drive to the most memorable Dune Tour and your Namibia Highlight. We go where dune meets sea, harsh and desolate area constantly changing, yet quiet and relaxing, see amazing wild life, and thousand's of sea Birds. We go up towering Dunes, to the most beautiful view points, exciting dune drives with skilled and knowledgeable guides See thousands of pink Flamingos, Pelicans in the Ramsar Walvis bay Wetland . Visit the pink salt lakes of the biggest evaporation pond Salt Mine in Africa along the route and the seal colony at Pelican Point This is one of our most popular tours, family, youth and active tourists
Tour Options
Itinerary
We stop at the Flamingos and view the many beautiful birds at the Lagune.. We might see Pelicans and terns. The route takes us past the pink salt lakes of the huge Salt Mine and we learn how it works. We then turn north to Pelican point ;light house where the 50 000 seals colony is. We find a suitable spot to unload the Kayaks and then peddle into the Bay. The seals swim around the Kayaks, what an awesome experience. We serve some cool drinks and sandwiches once we are done .
Our journey takes us past the enormous Salt Mine harvesting 100000 tons per month, south along the beach to Sandwich Harbor where the Dune belt meets the sea . See the waves carve away the dunes at high tide where it sometimes becomes impossible to enter this beautiful and remote area. We go on a roller coaster dune ride up to the view point with absolute surprise to see the stunning views and the quiet desert ambiance. The huge sea of sand , the dunes, have that special kind of magic ...absolutely unique. Our knowledgeable guides will tell you about the desert area and skillfully drive you to the best spots. Adrenaline soaked dune drives , searching for animals in this desolate area , learn how the plants and animals have evolved to live in the desert. Absolutely Awesome , all of it. A must do when in Namibia. the full day tour has 5s tops more than this half day tour
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up all guests at any accommodation along the coast. Please contact us should your accommodation not be listed. We start in Swakopmund and pass through Walvis Bay 40 minutes later. You can also come with your own car to a predetermined pick-up point and leave it there. We will drop you off again afterwards. WE ARE THE ONLY KAYAKING COMPANY THAT OFFERS FREE PICK UP. You can however drive with your car to Dolphins Coffee shop in Walvis Bay Please take note all cruise liner passengers. We stand in the port after the first gate with a Gazebo that has our logo on. Please note your guide will also stand with a name board. please note all Cruise Liner passengers, your tour pick up time starts an hour after you have docked. The tour will depart latest an hour and a half after the pick up time. Late comers are considered a no show
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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
- please note all Cruise Liner passengers, your tour pick up time starts an hour after you have docked. The tour will depart latest an hour and a half after the pick up time. Late comers are considered a no show
- We need two guests to start the Tour. If we do not start we offer another tour, another time slot or full refund
Reviews(72)
Great excursion, one of the highlights of my trip to Namibia! Sure, it’s a little expensive, but it’s worth it. They pick you up at your hotel, so it’s one less day of driving yourself (you’ll probably do that a lot in Namibia so it’s nice to not being behind the wheel for a change). You’ll drive to Walvis Bay where you’ll be doing kayaking with the seals (awesome experience! they are lovely and make very cute sounds, and they weren’t aggressive at all) and then go for a drive on Sandwich Harbour with some stops to enjoy the views and take pictures. They also bring you lunch, which was very good, and beverages. They were very welcoming and nice, it was a wonderful day. Highly recommended!
Super punctual pickup, and everything started smoothly. The kayak tour was easy to conduct, as only about 100 meters from the beach needs to be rowed to be in the midst of the playful seals. Highly, highly recommended. Subsequently, we participated in the Sandwich Harbour tour, that is, along the sea and then into the dunes. Very spectacular with great pictures. Furthermore, the food or snacks were indeed excellent… In particular, we must thank our guide Leclue for the detailed explanations, not only about the history of the area but also generally about Namibia. Great day…
Kayaking with the playful seals always steals the show followed by a roller coaster dune drive😁🙌 glad you got to experience that with Desert, Dunes & Dust Tours. Thanks Uwe
If you're staying in Swakopmund or Walvis Bay, take this tour. LeClue is an absolutely world-class tour guide and is deeply knowledgeable about the region. We learned so much from him about the history of the area, the environment, and the wildlife. My wife and I had an absolute blast - one of our favorite days of our two-week trip to Namibia. We could not recommend the tour highly enough.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! We're really glad you enjoyed the experience and hope to welcome you back one day. Warm regards Uwe
We joined a full-day tour with Warren the day before yesterday, which included a kayaking tour with seals, flamingo spotting, a dune drive to Sandwich Harbour, and a visit to the Pink Lake. The absolute highlight was the kayaking tour. Throughout the experience, a total of eight seals took turns climbing onto our kayaks. The animals were incredibly relaxed, which made the whole experience even more special and enjoyable. Afterwards, we had a snack break on the beach, where we could continue watching the seals up close. We then continued to Sandwich Harbour. Unfortunately, the weather was quite foggy, so the vastness of the landscape was not fully visible. However, the fog created a unique and almost mystical atmosphere that made the scenery special in its own way. The dune drive that followed was a real adventure. At times, it felt like a roller coaster ride! We were also provided with snacks and drinks during this part of the tour. To finish the day, we visited the Pink Lake, which was a wonderful way to conclude the tour. Throughout the entire day, Warren was extremely friendly, welcoming, and attentive. He shared a wealth of information about the area, its wildlife, and local history, and he was always happy to answer our questions. Thanks to him, we had an unforgettable day and feel very grateful to have had such an outstanding tour guide. We can wholeheartedly recommend both the tour and Warren.
Thank you so much for the detailed and wonderful review! glad that you got to experience kayaking with the playful seals 😁along withing exciting and thrilling dune driving despite the weather. There is still more to explore we hope to see you again. Thanks Uwe
Great experience ! Haven’t got that upclose with a seal before !! And the drive though the sandwich harbour was amazing ! So jealous of those people who got swarmed by seals on their kayak 🤣
Always a fun and wonderful experience seeing those playful little ones up close, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We wish to welcome you back for another joy ride 🤗. Thanks Uwe
The seals and dunes must be experienced. It is an incredible experience to see these animals up close and to swim alongside them in a kayak. If one is lucky, they will jump onto the vessel. The dunes also provide a sight that is rarely seen in this world. Our guide had very competent expertise and was always fun to be around. We truly had a great time with our guide, Le Clue.
Thank you for the awesome review! We're glad Kayaking with the playful seals and thrilling dune driving delivered unforgettable memories. Thanks Uwe
It was absolutely a fantastic day spent with our guide: Stephen. He’s super knowledgeable with a witty sense of humor. We started with kayaking with seals in the morning and then sand dune driving onward to the Sandwich Bay in the afternoon. Everything was well planned and organized. Stephen made sure we had the best timing for all the parts of the tour and avoided major big tour groups, which is a 100 point plus! We loved the day and would definitely recommend!
Thank you so much for this fantastic 5-star review! glad to hear you had such a wonderful day with Desert, Dunes & Dust Tours and that the organization of the tour was 100%. We look forward to welcoming you for another adventure 🤗🙌. Warm regards Uwe
We had an absolutely amazing experience on the Kayak Classic Sandwich Tour with Desert Dunes and Dust. Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. We were picked up right on time at our hotel in the morning, and our guide LeClue immediately made us feel welcome with his friendly and funny personality. During the drive to Walvis Bay, LeClue explained so much about Namibia, the region, the salt fields, wildlife, and local history. Honestly, it felt like he knew everything. From interesting facts to small details and jokes, he made the whole journey incredibly entertaining and informative. The kayaking with the seals was easily a 10/10 experience. The seals came right up to the kayaks, climbed onto the boats, and played around us. Absolutely unforgettable. Small tip for future guests: bring a change of clothes because you will definitely get a little wet while kayaking. After kayaking, we had breakfast/snacks directly by the water, which was beautiful and delicious. Later, LeClue took us further through the dunes and towards Sandwich Harbour. We even saw whales, dolphins, many birds, springboks, and antelopes along the way. Driving through the dunes was also a lot of fun. Lunch and drinks were included and everything was fresh and more than enough combined with the earlier snacks. We never felt rushed and the whole day was just perfectly planned. A huge thank you again to LeClue for making this tour so special. His knowledge, energy, and kindness truly made the experience unforgettable. Highly recommended!
Thank you for the warm review! Kayaking with the playful seals to thrilling dune driving will always be a perfect combo - amazing lunch, wildlife sightings, knowledgeable guide and great company makes a wonderful tour 🤗🙌. Thank you for sharing your 10/10 experience with us we hope to welcome you back for another adventure. Warm regards Uwe
Fantastic day in Walvis Bay and Sandwich Harbour! Everything was perfectly organized, and our guide Leclue did an excellent job—friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. We started with a kayaking tour among the seals, which was an unforgettable and unique experience. The visit to the salt works was also very interesting. Afterwards, we explored Sandwich Harbour in the national park, where the dunes meet the ocean—simply breathtaking. The dune drive was exciting and a real highlight. Overall, everything was top-notch, and we highly recommend this tour. Thanks to Leclue for making it such a special day! Would definitely book again without hesitation. Thanks a lot again Hanna&Jens from Germany
Wonderful to hear that you were happy with the organization, views and the tour. Sandwich Harbour is truly a magical and unique place glad that you could experience that with us. Thanks Uwe
Booked the Kayak Scenic Sandwich Tour with our guide LeClue during our 6-week honeymoon in South Africa, Namibia and Botswana, and it was definitely one of the top 3 things we did on the entire trip. Full day with pickup, dropoff, brunch, lunch, drinks, dunes, flamingoes, views, and kayaking with fur seals. Unforgettable. LeClue was amazing, answering all of our questions all day and telling us plenty about the area, the animals, the history, and recommendations in town. 100% worth it.
Thank you for the wonderful review! glad that we could make your honeymoon magical, thank you for choosing us 🤗. We wish you a happy and fruitful marriage. Thanks Uwe



