Scenic Sandwich Harbour Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4–5 hours
- Price from
- $167 / person
- Location
- Swakopmund, Namibia
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 503 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Desert Dunes and Dust Tours
Description
This will be your 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 in these harsh conditions. 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, and other amazing birds in the Ramsar Walvisbay Wetland .The biggest evaporation pond Salt Mine in Africa with its pink salt waters is seen along the route get to Feel the Desert, the quietness, the ambience, stunning views, an unforgettable tour creating everlasting memories this HALF DAY TOUR also available as FULL DAY TOUR, it has more stops and goes slower The PRIVATE Tour is for You only, max 4 people per car NO other guests will be added Combo Tours available: Marine Dolphin & Seal Catamaran cruise and Sandwich harbor Kayaking and Sandwich harbour See our offer or enquire
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9 times a day, 7:30 AM–1:30 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 18–60)
- $167
- Senior (ages 61–75)
- $158
- Youth (ages 13–17)
- $130
- Child (ages 6–12)
- $112
- Infant (ages 3–5)
- $93
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our journey takes us through Walvis Bay, lagune wetlands where thousands of pink Flamingos can be seen, 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
Flamingo lagoon
Our Tour takes us through the Ramsar convention Walvisbay lagune wetlands where up to 250 000 and 54 species of birds can be seen from time: Pelicans, Flamingos, Plovers, Sandpipers and other endemic Birds can be seen. We drop our tyre air pressure and discuss the many birds
What's included
Included
Beer, Cider, bottled water and cold drinks
Snacks
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from any Hotel , Pension or Bed & Breakfast along the Coast between Swakopmund and Walfishbay we also pick up at Walvisbay Harbor and Airport. Please advise arrival times. On an afternoon tour we also pick up after your other activity , like Catamaran seal cruise or after Kayaking. We start in Swakopmund .and pick up in Walvisbay 30 minutes later than advertised. 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
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
503 reviews
How it compares in Swakopmund
- The most-reviewed of 104 tours in Swakopmund
- Starting price $167 is 29% above the typical $130 for tours of similar length in Swakopmund
Excurgo comparison of 104 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This experience requires a Minimum number of 2 participants, if this is cancelled because minimum is not met then you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience is seldom cancelled due to bad weather, it does not rain here but we have strong desert winds sometime. If it is cancelled due to bad weather, it might be rescheduled to a new time, or another date, or a full refund.
- This tour can be upgraded to include Champagne, oysters and Sushi, please advise us of your special occasion or if you want a high end tour.
- We reserve the right to change the route, weather, tide or safety permitting.
- This tour can be chosen as a Private Tour, minimum 1 person maximum 6 pervehicle please select under Private Tour.
- Combination Tours with Catamaran and Kayaking and Sandwich Harbour possible, please sellect
- Please note due to the scarcity of German guides we cannot guarantee a German speaking guide, in peak season or when a cruise liner is in the Harbour and 2000guests disembark.
- German speaking guides are very scarce. These will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
- 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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Scenic Sandwich Harbour Tour take?
Scenic Sandwich Harbour Tour lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Scenic Sandwich Harbour Tour cost?
Prices start at $167 per person for this Swakopmund experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Scenic Sandwich Harbour Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 7:30 AM and 1:30 PM.
How much does Scenic Sandwich Harbour Tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–12 pay from $112, adults from $167.
Can I cancel Scenic Sandwich Harbour Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up from any Hotel , Pension or Bed & Breakfast along the Coast between Swakopmund and Walfishbay we also pick up at Walvisbay Harbor and Airport. Please advise arrival times. On an afternoon tour we also pick up after your other activity , like Catamaran seal cruise or after Kayaking. We start in Swakopmund .and pick up in Walvisbay 30 minutes later than advertised. 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 Pickup points include Desert Dreams B&B, Hotel Eberwein.
What languages is Scenic Sandwich Harbour Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Scenic Sandwich Harbour Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 503 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Desert Dunes and Dust Tours.
Reviews(503)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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