Namibia
Walvis Bay (Namibia)
Where the Namib desert meets the Atlantic.
About Walvis Bay (Namibia)
Walvis Bay is Namibia's main harbour town, set between the Atlantic and the towering dunes of the Namib, one of the oldest deserts on earth. Its lagoon is famous for thousands of flamingos and its waters for dolphins, seals and pelicans.
Things to do
- See flamingos in the Walvis Bay lagoon
- Take a 4x4 trip to Sandwich Harbour, where dunes plunge into the sea
- Join a catamaran cruise with seals, dolphins and pelicans
- Visit nearby Swakopmund for German colonial charm
Good to know
- • Mornings are often cool and misty — bring a warm layer
- • Popular excursions sell out, so book early
- • A valid passport is required for Namibia
Cruises visiting Walvis Bay (Namibia)
6 upcoming cruises start, stop or end here. Prices are per person sharing; charges are shown on each cruise page.
MSC Armonia
Bok Radio Cruise
11 Mar – 16 Mar 2027 5 nights From Cape Town
From
R11,493
MSC Armonia
Love Jazz Cruise
16 Mar – 21 Mar 2027 5 nights From Cape Town
From
R9,700
MSC Armonia
Namibia Coastal Explorer
21 Mar – 26 Mar 2027 5 nights From Cape Town
From
R10,400
MSC Sinfonia
Walvis Bay Explorer
10 Jan – 15 Jan 2028 5 nights From Cape Town
From
R9,700
MSC Sinfonia
Namibia Coastal Voyage
15 Jan – 20 Jan 2028 5 nights From Cape Town
From
R11,529
MSC Sinfonia
Namibia Desert & Dunes
23 Jan – 28 Jan 2028 5 nights From Cape Town
From
R9,700