Walvisbay: Sandwich Harbour SUNSET Tour-End It Beautifully Experience a breathtaking natural phenomenon that elicits a variety of emotions, while driving to and from Sandwich Harbour. Appreciating the beauty of the natural world with us. As we embark on the journey from day to night, we will have the opportunity to observe the stunning flamingos at Walvis Bay Lagoon across from the Flamingo Villa Hotel, as well as The Pink Lake at the Salt Pans while driving out to Sandwich Harbour. We will enjoy an exciting 4x4 drive across the dunes and along the coast to Sandwich Harbour, where we may encounter a variety of bird and animal life, such as springbok, gemsbok, oryx, jackals, ostriches, and even the elusive Namib Desert Gecko. During the tour, you will be treated to light snacks, drinks, and a glass of champagne. Afterward, we will make our way back to Walvis Bay." Please take note that a minimum of 2 pax is required to schedule a tour. Our tours are not private tours.
In demand: 6 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
The visitors will convene with the guide at the parking lot located across from the Flamingo Villa Boutique Hotel in the Lagoon. There, they will have the opportunity to observe the flamingos and receive informative insights about them from the guide.
Following the visit to Pink Lake, the guide transports the guests to Sandwich Harbour. This enjoyable and thrilling journey along the dunes and coastline leads to the point where the dunes converge with the Atlantic Ocean. During the trip to Sandwich Harbour, they may encounter a diverse range of bird and animal species. Refreshments, including snacks and beverages, are provided mid-tour.
The Walvis Bay Salt Holding is situated at the southern end of Walvis Bay Lagoon. There th guests can view the Pink Lake.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Sandwich Harbour 4x4 Sunset Tour lasts about 4h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $181 per person for this Walvis Bay experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 3:30 PM.
Children aged 2–12 pay from $135, adults from $181.
It can: 6 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Port of Walvis Bay pick-up is for passenger liner guests. Passenger liner name should also be provided by the passenger. Pick-up will be done in the Port at the ship terminal. The guide will have a sign showing Desert Compass Tours, to welcome the guests. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Specialized infant seats are available
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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During our trip through Namibia, we booked the sunset tour with Desert Compass. The communication via WhatsApp was very fast and very clear. Christiaan picked us up in Swakopmund at the agreed time. Thanks to his knowledge and skill, my parents and I had a pleasant and unforgettable time. It was very fun and cozy. Thanks for the pleasant experience and beautiful memory!
We recently did this tour with Christian. Myself, my wife, and our son and his wife plus two of our grandchildren. Christian met us at the designated pick up time promptly and off we went. He was informative and friendly and we were instantly all at ease in his company and it became quite clear very quickly he knew what he was all about. His driving ability and knowledge of the dunes is second to none, and we all had a brilliant time whilst also being mesmerised by the views and backdrops the locations he took us to had to offer. Our little evening picnic was brilliant, and we also managed to do a superb sunset and some dune boarding too. So Christian thank you for your time and expertise, from Phil, Brenda, Frazer,Emma and the kids. We had a blast and have a million pictures to prove we were actually there…. An amazing memory to cherish for all time.
If you are anywhere near Walvis Bay, this tour is a must-do and doing it at sunset elevates it to a whole new level. Driving across the dunes and experiencing this out of this world landscape is worth every penny. If you want the best possible experience in the dunes, book this tour and ask for Axton. Axton will match your energy, so if you bring the fun and have a curious mind, this will be the best evening of your trip. Thank you so much Axton for our adventure, we will definitely be back!
Christian was an outstanding guide who was very knowledgeable about the desert and made a heartfelt effort to show us every detail and the typical animals. He definitely knew the best viewpoints, and we were alone at each one. He is an excellent dune driver with a lot of experience, unlike many others who try to power up the dunes with a lot of gas. Overall, a highly recommended trip that is truly worth the money. Particularly noteworthy is the excellent catering.
What a brilliant afternoon tour with Christian. I highly recommend the sunset tour for two reasons: you avoid the armada of cars if there is a cruise ship around - there were a total of five cars in the afternoon compared to > 30 in the morning - and you get much better light with the interplay of shades and warm sunlight. Disadvantages: time will not be enough to go down to Sandwich harbour, you will stay on top of the dunes. And of course you will have a lot of traces of the morning tours in the sand, but hey, this is a playground, don’t expect it to be virgin. To go down you need a full-day tour. We were picked up at 14.45 at Swakopmund and were back at 20.30 - so you really get something for your money. I orderer mainly vegetarian food and was surprised by the quality of the snacks and the sparkling wine offered. This was far beyond the usual snack stuff, all vegetarian, all good. We skipped dinner completely. All in all a great afternoon and we got a private tour for the price of a standard tour. Don‘t let other operators tell you that afternoon is not a good time for Sandwich Harbour: they don‘t want to do it because guides will finish their days very late. Otherwise its a brilliant decision.
It was amazing! Christian was knowledgeable and he shared his passion for his country! Thank you for a truly unforgettable experience
Everything went great. Picked up on time. All stops as indicated. Sandwich and dunes with picnic. Super
Hallo Astrid, Vielen Dank für deine tolle Bewertung. Wir freuen uns, dass dir die Tour mit uns gefallen hat. Gute Reise! 🙏
This was one of the best experiences of our entire trip! From start to finish it was incredibly well curated. Christian was so knowledgeable about of the area and navigated us safely on an adventures ride through the most beautiful dunes, along the beaches and through greenery hiding the wildlife. The sunset over the dunes and ocean was a sight we will remember forever. If you have any time at all book this tour and you won’t regret it!
Thank you very much for your positive feedback and for booking with us! We are pleased that you enjoyed the tour. Travel safe.
The Sandwich Harbour Tour with sunset picnic will remain unforgettable. The nature and vastness is indescribable. Dino as our guide was great and explained a lot. Totally worth every euro. Tip: Be sure to do it when you are there!!!
Vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung. Es freut mich, dass Ihnen die Tour gefallen hat. Gute Reise und alles Gute! Ihr Team von Desert Compass Tours and Safaris.
Great sunset tour of Namibia dunes - Norman was a great guide - lots of fun - unforgettable experience - Frank & Linda Jamieson
Hello Frank and Linda, Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed the tour with us. Safe travels. Desert Compass Tours and Safaris Team
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwich Harbour 4x4 Sunset Tour | 4h 30min | 4.8 (12) | $181 | |
 Sunset Sandwich Harbour Magic Tour | 4 hours | 5.0 (6) | $203 | View |
 Sandwich Harbour 4x4 guided tours(Includes Cruise ship pick up) | 4h 30min | 5.0 (235) | $142 | View |
 Sandwich Harbour Half-Day 4x4 Tour (5 hours) from Walvis Bay | 4h 30min | 4.9 (200) | $221 | View |
 Half-Day Sandwich Harbour Tour from Walvis Bay with Lunch | 4 hours | 4.8 (123) | $141 | View |
 Sandwich Harbour 4X4 Excursion Tour Food and Drinks | 5 hours | 4.9 (100) | $139 | View |
 Sandwich Harbour Scenic Excursion - Design for the Cruise Ships | 4h 15min | 4.9 (88) | $154 | View |