Paddle among thousands of birds and curious Cape fur seals at Pelican Point, then switch to adrenaline-soaked dune drives where the desert meets the Atlantic. This full-day tour from Swakopmund/Walvis Bay blends gentle kayaking with dramatic coastal dunes and expert local guiding.
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Morning fog off the Atlantic lifts as you push a kayak from a pale beach near Pelican Point, seals looping and barking around the hull. The day unfolds between salt pans and sand seas: low-angled light on flamingo flats, the brilliant pink of evaporation ponds, then the rush of dune-driving where granular ridges rise and fall like ocean swells.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7–8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness: able to get in/out of sit-on-top kayaks, tolerate some walking on soft sand and occasional uneven terrain
Wildlife
History
Walvis Bay has long been a focal point for coastal trade and salt harvesting; the lagoon’s importance for migratory birds earned Ramsar designation for parts of the wetland.
Conservation
Stay on designated tracks and follow guide directions to avoid disturbing nesting birds and fragile dune vegetation; the area is ecologically sensitive and tide-dependent access concentrates impacts.
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Arrive hydrated and sun-ready
Bring at least 1–2 liters of water per person and high-SPF sunscreen—the coastal sun and reflected light off salt pans intensify exposure.
Wear secure footwear
Closed-toe shoes that tolerate sand and salt are best for kayak entry and dune walks; flip-flops are not recommended.
Time with the tide
Sandwich Harbour can be inaccessible at high tide—follow the guide’s schedule and ask about tide windows before booking.
Protect electronics
Use a small dry bag or waterproof case for cameras and phones—the spray from kayaks and dune sand are both damaging.
Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
High SPF protects from intense coastal sun and reflected glare from salt flats.
summer
Closed-toe shoes
Secure footwear helps for kayak entry and dune hikes; choose shoes that can get sandy.
Light windproof jacket
Mornings and late afternoons can be cool and windy even in summer—a shell blocks spray and wind.
winter
Small dry bag
Keeps phone, camera and documents dry during kayaking and dune drives.