Paddle past pink salt pans and flamingo-streaked lagoons to Pelican Point, where a noisy colony of Cape fur seals swims around your kayak. This guided half-day trip from Swakopmund combines wildlife viewing with safe, coached paddling and light refreshments.
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The wind off the Namib pushes a cool, briny breath across the bay as paddles slip into water that gleams like metal. Guests gather in Swakopmund before a short drive past pink salt pans and a lagoon thick with flamingos, then continue along the shore to Pelican Point: a low, sandy tongue crowned by a lone lighthouse and a noisy colony of Cape fur seals.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; able to paddle for several short intervals and get in/out of a low kayak unaided
Wildlife
History
Walvis Bay’s lagoon and salt works have long been central to local industry and birdlife; Pelican Point’s lighthouse marks the approaches to the sheltered harbor used by traders and fishers.
Conservation
Tours operate with a ‘look but don’t touch’ ethic—avoid feeding wildlife, pack out waste, and follow guides to minimize disturbance to seals and breeding birds.
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Dress for wind and sun
Coastal wind and reflected sun make a breathable windbreaker, sunhat, and sunscreen essential even on cool days.
Protect electronics
Carry a small dry bag for phones, cameras, and documents—the tour includes snacks but not waterproof storage for loose items.
Listen to the guide
Guides coach first-time paddlers and manage wildlife interactions—follow instructions to keep distance from seals and avoid startling birds.
Timing matters
Morning tours often have calmer seas and better bird activity; afternoons can be windier as the coastal breeze strengthens.
Windproof jacket
Shields against cold coastal gusts and sand-driven wind.
spring
Dry bag (small)
Keeps phone, camera, and documents dry while on the water.
Closed-toe water shoes
Protect feet when carrying and launching kayaks on rocky or sandy shores.
summer
Sunscreen and sunhat
High UV and reflective water surfaces make sun protection necessary.
summer