Walvis Bay: Sandwich Harbour Self-Drive 4x4 Tour
ID: GYG1472038-2277646
Category:
Country: Namibia
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Drive your own 4x4 vehicle through the dunes of Sandwich Harbour on a guided tour from Walvis Bay. Follow a lead vehicle, learn dune driving techniques, and see the Ramsar wetlands.
Begin your adventure at the Flamingo Villas Hotel Parking Lot in Walvis Bay. Receive a briefing on the Ramsar wetlands of the Walvis Bay Lagoon, the enchanting pink flamingos, and the rosy salt lakes of the Saltworks.
Set off on your journey, following a lead vehicle and communicating via two-way radios. Learn essential dune driving techniques as you navigate the sandy route southward along the shoreline, passing remnants of bygone houses strewn on the beach by tumultuous spring tides.
Ascend wind-sculpted dunes and brace yourself for a heart-stopping roller coaster descent, unveiling the unexpected, lush wetland scenery of Sandwich Harbour at your feet.
Highlights
- Drive your own 4x4 vehicle through the dunes of Sandwich Harbour
- Follow a lead vehicle and receive guidance via two-way radios
- Learn essential dune driving techniques from your guide
- See the Ramsar wetlands of the Walvis Bay Lagoon and pink flamingos
- Experience a thrilling descent down wind-sculpted dunes
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Must be a 4×4 vehicle in good mechanical condition
As lightly loaded as possible for dune driving
Driven with the owner's permission if not your own vehicle
Car rental available on request if you don't have a suitable vehicle
Fuelled up before departure — no fuel available on route
Well insured — this tour is undertaken at your own risk
Sandwich Harbour is a UNESCO World Heritage site — routes and tracks must be followed
INCLUDED
- Park fees
- Concession fees
- Snacks & refreshments
- Complimentary pick-up & drop off
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.
