Pelican Point Peninsula Tour
ID: GYG77260-109396
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Country: Namibia
Country: Namibia
Duration: 03:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a tour of the scenic Pelican Point Peninsula. Enjoy the sights of the Walvis Bay lagoon and an off-road drive and get an insight into the large cape fur seal colony on the peninsula.
Your 3-hour tour begins at the Walvis Bay waterfront, where you’ll be given a quick briefing before heading to the Walvis Bay lagoon, the first attraction of the day,
Walvis Bay is considered one of the most important lagoons in southern Africa, and is home to hundreds of flamingos, pelicans and avocets. Stop for photos and to learn more about this spectacular site.
Then it's off to the Walvis Bay salt refinery, where you'll hear about the production processes before heading out on an off-road, 4x4 drive in deep, loose sand.
Stop to see a shipwreck and the remains of an old jetty. As you approach the lighthouse, your guide will provide some historical information about this landmark.
By this time, you will have reached the very tip of the peninsula, with the Walvis Bay lagoon on one side and the mighty Atlantic Ocean on the other. Take a break for refreshments and enjoy some free time to watch the seals and birds.
Afterwards, you’ll be transferred back to the Walvis Bay waterfront, where your tour ends.
Your 3-hour tour begins at the Walvis Bay waterfront, where you’ll be given a quick briefing before heading to the Walvis Bay lagoon, the first attraction of the day,
Walvis Bay is considered one of the most important lagoons in southern Africa, and is home to hundreds of flamingos, pelicans and avocets. Stop for photos and to learn more about this spectacular site.
Then it's off to the Walvis Bay salt refinery, where you'll hear about the production processes before heading out on an off-road, 4x4 drive in deep, loose sand.
Stop to see a shipwreck and the remains of an old jetty. As you approach the lighthouse, your guide will provide some historical information about this landmark.
By this time, you will have reached the very tip of the peninsula, with the Walvis Bay lagoon on one side and the mighty Atlantic Ocean on the other. Take a break for refreshments and enjoy some free time to watch the seals and birds.
Afterwards, you’ll be transferred back to the Walvis Bay waterfront, where your tour ends.
Highlights
- See thousands of flamingoes and other birdlife in the Walvis Bay lagoon
- Learn about salt refining at the largest solar production plant in Africa
- See 100 000 Cape Fur Seals
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INCLUDED
- Permits
- Refreshments
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pick-up and drop off in Swakopmund (N$100.00 per person)
- Gratuities
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.