Sandwich Harbour Seals and Dune Tour





Description
Viewing the extensive bird life in the Ramsar Convention Walvisbay Wetlands where up 250000 birds can be seen from time to time, to the many Seals in the seal colony ( 50 000+ SEALS) including huge Bulls and Pups, to the magnificent views Sandwich Harbor, where Sea meets Dunes, and the surrounding Dunes have to offer, together with the adrenaline evoking skillful dune driving by the guide, the pure passion and enthusiasm the guide portrays of this beautiful scenic but harsh area. Knowledgeable and passionate guides make this tour exceptional. An exceptionally unique experience few get the see creating unforgettably fond memories. ITS A FULL DAY TOUR. minimum 2 pax.
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Itinerary
after picking you up at your hotel we drive to the Flamingos near the Walvisbay Waterfront, from here we pass the Ramsar Wetlands and Lagune, viewing thousands of birds, the pink lakes of the Salt mine on our way to Pelican point where we visit the 70000 strong Seal Colony, from here our journey takes us south to the towering Dunes, where Dunes meet Sea, with breathtaking views and adrenaline evoking dune drive, searching for animal life in this desolate desert area, we discuss history, view this very beautiful but harsh area and then back to your Hotel. Creating unforgettable memories.
After picking you up at your hotel we drive to the Flamingos near the Walvisbay Waterfront, from here we pass the Ramsar Wetlands and Lagune, viewing thousands of birds, we will head out after we stopped at the flamingos to the pink salt lakes.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We Pick up at the Hotel you are staying at in Swakopmund and Walvisbay, or at the Walvisbay Harbor and Airport All Cruise liner Passengers: Please look out for our gazebo with the name Desert Dunes and Dust Tours on as you exit the cruise liner. Please note Sandwich Harbour tours is a sister company of Desert Dunes and Dust Tours
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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
- We require a minimum number of 2 participants, if this number is not met you will be offered another date/experience or full refund.
- This tour is seldom cancelled due to bad weather, it never rains, but we have strong Sandstorms, should it be cancelled you will be offered another time schedule/date or full refund.
- We reserve the right to change the route weather or safety permitting
- Please note German guides are limited and we do not have the capacity to give everyone a German guide, These will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. Please note we can not guarantee a German guide on every tour!!
- 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
Reviews(43)
We booked on short notice via GetYourGuide, so we didn't really know who the service provider was. The offer included hotel pickup (good, I've driven enough already!). The pickup was then at 8:00 instead of 7:30, but that seems normal; the times do not vary by pickup location. The transfer arrived, that's what counts. Then we went to the harbor, a short bathroom break, then onto the boat... Slight confusion: no catamaran, it doesn't run on Sundays, but unfortunately that wasn't stated anywhere. We specifically wanted a catamaran because of the rocking, but fine, then we'll go with the small sport fishing boat, at least there were only ten of us. Ultimately, however, the sea was calm despite the cloud cover, and we enjoyed the small size of the group, so we were actually lucky. Out to the seals, on to the dolphins (don't be surprised, it all takes place in a less than idyllic outer harbor and next to an oil rig). Unfortunately, we didn't see any whales or pelicans. The crew was great, though, and there was a snack on the boat, including oysters. Back on land, we were split into several jeeps; unfortunately, there were five of us, meaning at least someone had to be in the jump seat, which ended up being our son, but it worked out, and another person sat in the back. Having 3 people, strangers at that, in the back seat during such a bumpy dune ride would have otherwise been tedious to annoying. Off to a salt pan and the flamingos there, then along the beach to the dunes, up and down, with several photo stops. Then another snack and off toward the hotel, with an attempt to see a few more animals in the dunes. A springbok made an appearance. The driver, Tongai, did a great job and had plenty of information ready, plus a Namibia flag for a photo and a small collection bottle for magnetic ferrite for our son. Thanks/danki! All in all, a great day!
It was wonderful to have you with us. Thank you for your kind recommendation and for sharing your experience. We hope to see you again on your next visit to Namibia. Your support means the world to us. Thank you Uwe
Le Clue was our guide. A wonderful one. He's talking about his country, animals with a lot of interest. He is taking care of his guests and gives the day a really good valuated. Thank you again Le Clue.
Wonderful and detailed feedback indeed, thank you for choosing Sandwich Harbour Tours for your adventure. Safe travels and see you again 😊. Uwe
Amazing day from start to finish. The landscapes were absolutely breathtaking, the food and drinks were great, and the whole team was friendly, professional and well organized. A special thank you to our guide Volker, who made the experience even better with his knowledge, good energy and kindness. Highly recommended.
Wonderful to hear that you had a wonderful full day tour with Sandwich Harbour Tours, thank you for your positive feedback and for choosing us for your adventure. We wish to welcome you back for another mesmerizing tour. Warm regards Uwe
A magical experience full of new impressions. Pure adventure with Okki on the boat and with Volker on the Sandwich Harbour track. We always felt well taken care of and were able to enjoy it completely. Both were very authentic and friendly. Volker was also extremely helpful. We are very glad that we did this tour with Okki and Volker.
What a pleasure to read your review! Thank you for choosing us to be part of your Namibian adventure on both sand and sea 😊. Thanks Uwe
At 8:00 a.m., our guide Andrew picked us up and took us to the meeting point. After meeting the rest of the group, our first stop was to observe the flamingos. Andrew shared fascinating information about the different species, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Next came an experience I will never forget: kayaking with seals. It was absolutely incredible and difficult to put into words. After the activity, we were treated to a variety of snacks and refreshments, and I made sure to try them all—they were delicious. Our another adventure of the day was at Sandwich Harbour, where we explored the magnificent sand dunes in 4x4 vehicles. It was an exciting and unforgettable ride through one of the most spectacular landscapes I've ever seen. Last place was to see pink lake. Amazing place! The day was packed with amazing experiences, and we honestly couldn't have asked for more. A huge part of that was thanks to our guide, Andrew. Dear Andrew, you are incredibly kind, patient, and an excellent driver. We are so glad we had the chance to meet you. Thank you for making this day so memorable for us.
We're so pleased that you enjoyed the experience. Sandwich Harbour has a way of leaving a lasting impression. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the scenery, the drive, and overall experience. Thanks Uwe
Andrew was amazing! He was right on time to pick us up from our accommodation. We shared the car with two other people, making it a group of five including Andrew for our Sandwich Harbour experience. We had a great time chatting along the way. Their time management was perfect; since the tide was low in the morning, we were able to drive along the beach to enter Sandwich Harbour. The dune experience afterward was an absolute blast too. Highly recommended!
We're thrilled you enjoyed your Sandwich Harbour experience. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for being part of the adventure. Thanks Uwe
It was a great experience, we saw marvelous places, the nature and the animals were amazing
Glad to hear that you had an amazing tour, thank you for the 5-star review 🤗. Warm regards Uwe
We had a really great time on the Tour. We got picked up at our stay at 8:00 am and were back at 4:00 pm. Kayaking with the seals was so much fun and definitely one of the highlights of the day. Stephan was very entertaining, funny, and shared lots of interesting insights about the area and wildlife throughout the tour. The drive through the dunes was also amazing, with incredible views of the desert landscape.
Kayaking with the playful seals always steals the show followed by a roller coaster dune drive😁🙌 glad you got to experience that with Sandwich Harbour Tours. Thanks Uwe
The tour was action packed and very fun. It was a real treat seeing the seals up close. Our guide, Andrew was extremely knowledge and kept the car rides interesting with facts about everything from the history of Sandwich Harbour to the fauna. Would highly recommend!
Thank you for the high recommendation, glad to hear your day was action packed and very fun. Seeing seals up close is a magical feeling thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us. Thanks Uwe
Wonderful experience. We did not expect that, especially for the sea lions, and honestly, it was extremely funny and really very nice. Our guide, Le Clue, was great; he explained a lot of things to us, and it was truly a fantastic outing. We highly recommend it!!!
Thank you fror the high recommendation, it was indeed a superb experience thank you for sharing it with us 🤗🙌. Warm regards Uwe



