Sandwich Harbor Excursion Namibia/Walvis bay

Sandwich harbour is a breath taking coastal destination in namibia,where towring golden sand dunes dramatically meet the Atlantic Ocean.
4:30-Hour Sandwich Harbour Itinerary

0:00–0:30 | Transfer & Coastal Drive

What you’ll do
• Depart Walvis Bay in a 4x4
• Drive along the Atlantic coastline toward Sandwich Harbour
• Pass salt pans, flamingos, pelicans, and cormorants

Highlights
• Photo stops of flamingos in the lagoon
• Cold Benguela Current meeting desert sands
• Guide briefing on tides, safety, and dunes

Best shots: Flamingos with salt flats, desert-meets-ocean views

0:30–1:15 | Beach Drive & Tide-Line Experience

What you’ll do
• Drive directly on the beach (tide permitting)
• Learn how tides affect access to Sandwich Harbour
• Stop at dramatic points where dunes drop into the sea

Highlights
• One of the narrowest driveable beach corridors in the world
• Ocean spray on one side, towering dunes on the other
• Short walk along the shoreline

Best shots: Vehicle tracks disappearing into mist, dune shadows on wet sand

1:15–2:15 | Dune Drive & 4x4 Adventure

What you’ll do
• Leave the beach and climb into the Namib dunes
• Steep dune ascents and controlled descents
• Stops on dune ridges for panoramic views

Highlights
• The iconic Sandwich Harbour viewpoint
• Sweeping views of lagoon, desert, and Atlantic Ocean
• Explanation of dune formation and desert ecology

Best shots: Lagoon framed by dunes, ocean on one side and desert on the other

2:15–3:15 | Sandwich Harbour Lagoon Exploration

What you’ll do
• Walk around the lagoon area
• Birdwatching (flamingos, plovers, terns)
• Learn about early explorers and shipwreck history

Optional (if conditions allow)
• Short dune walk (easy to moderate)
• Quiet reflection time—this area is extremely remote

Best shots: Reflections in the lagoon, birds against dunes

3:15–4:00 | Scenic Picnic / Refreshments Stop

What you’ll do
• Light picnic or refreshments (usually included on guided tours)
• Sit on a dune or sheltered area overlooking the lagoon
• Relax and enjoy the silence

Typical snacks
• Sparkling wine or soft drinks
• Light finger snacks

Best shots: Picnic setup with desert backdrop, wide-angle landscape shots

4:00–4:30 | Return Drive to Walvis Bay

What you’ll do
• Scenic return via dunes or coastline (tide dependent)
• Final photo stops if time allows
• Arrival back in Walvis Bay

Practical Tips
• Wear: Windbreaker, closed shoes, hat
• Bring: Sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, light scarf (sand & wind)
• Fitness level: Easy (short walks only)
• Best time: No promising since wether changes frequently.

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.

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.