Located on the west coast of Namibia, Walvis Bay (the ‘Bay of Whales’) is the country’s main harbour town, popular with tourists who come to sail the lagoon or see its incredible birdlife, including pelicans and flamingoes. Water sports enthusiasts also enjoy numerous activities on the lagoon, including board sailing, windsurfing, kite surfing and kayaking.
Walvis Bay is often used as a base from which to explore the fascinating surrounding area, including the wetland region of Sandwich Harbour south of the city and Dune 7, the highest dune in the area and the entrance to the Namib Desert.
Reasons to visit Walvis Bay
- Cruise Walvis Bay Lagoon to see dolphins and seals.
- Go dune bashing in Sandwich Harbour.
- Travel offroad to the tip of Pelican Point Peninsula.
- Explore the Namib Desert to see its moon landscape.
- See the rare Welwitschia plant that grows in the desert.
- Enjoy quadbiking in the desert.
- See indigenous wildlife in the dunes at Sandwich Harbour.
- Enjoy whale watching on the Walvis Bay coast.
- Try sandboarding on Dune 7.
- Explore the seaside resort of Swakopmund, just 30km away.
- Discover the huge salt fields around the city.
- Enjoy deep sea fishing.
Water sports abound in Walvis Bay, and you can also laze on gorgeous beaches in the seaside resort of Swakopmund close by. Adventure sports enthusiasts enjoy testing their skills skydiving, sandboarding and dune bashing, and families love it because of the incredible birdlife and fabulous food. Whether you’re using Walvis Bay as a base from which to explore desert and dunes, or have come to enjoy the nature, you’re in for a treat. Thompsons Holidays can arrange your Walvis Bay holiday package for you, so give us a call right away.
