Located on the Atlantic seaboard, the seaside city of Swakopmund and Walvis Bay offers a cooler climate than other areas of Namibia. Uncover a strong German colonial link in the monuments and historic buildings that dot the city and explore an array of cafes and restaurants. Experience sandboarding, quad biking, parachuting, paragliding, dolphin cruises, and exciting scenic flights and ballooning above the sand dunes.
Highlights
Thrilling adventure activities, including quad biking and paragliding
Kayaking with Cape fur seals and dolphin cruises
Awe-inspiring flights over the Skeleton Coast
A large number of water birds, including flamingo and pelicans
Scenic hot air balloon rides over the dunes
Iconic Activities
Birdwatching
Ocean Safari
Quad Biking
Scenic Flights
Canoeing/Kayaking
Fishing
Horse riding
Desert Tours
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Swakopmund & Walvis Bay Map
Enriching encounters
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect in the Swakopmund & Walvis Bay
Flamingo
Cape Fur Seal
Bottlenose Dolphin
Southern Right Whale
Sample Itineraries
TRIPS TO INSPIRE
From majestic wildlife to out of this world natural wonders, enchanting beaches and intriguing cities, every bespoke Mahlatini journey is thrilling. Unsure where to visit? Whether it’s a bucket-list adventure, a milestone celebration or simply a much-needed escape, experience the joy with this inspiring selection of favourites.
From remote safari camps to world-class resorts, our selected properties are hand-picked by our experts and endorsed by our guests. Often intimate, always exceptional, we'll choose the perfect lodges, hotels and villas to suit your personal style and interests.
Start your African journey
HOW TO BOOK
At Mahlatini, we like to make things easy for you. Browse our website for inspiration or pick up the phone. Whether you’re full of ideas or unsure of where to start, we’re here to help. Serial safari-goer or first-time visitor, we’re ready to create your ultimate tailormade itinerary.
Connect
Call us or inquire online. Share your wish list and we’ll start planning your adventure.
Customize
Your dedicated travel expert will be in touch within 24 hours to start designing your bespoke African itinerary.
Confirm
We won’t stop refining your plans until we get the perfect trip at the best price.
Travel
Receive your Mahlatini travel documents, pack your bags and set off on your trip of a lifetime!
We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.
Andrew Isaacs, 31st August 2021
Honeymoon to
Namibia
This trip exceeded every expectation we had. Everything was perfectly organized for us from the lodges to the small aircraft and transfers, and the activities were also perfectly planned out without feeling like we were on a strict schedule.
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Birdwatching
Ocean Safari
Quad Biking
Scenic Flights
Canoeing/Kayaking
Fishing
Horse riding
Desert Tours
