Sandwich Harbour 4x4 tour from Walvis Bay: Dunes and seals

Fifty kilometers of dunes meeting ocean, then a seal colony at the peninsula's tip

A full-day 4x4 tour from Walvis Bay takes you 50km across the Namib dunes to Sandwich Harbour, where the desert meets an unspoiled bay rich with birds and marine life, then to the Cape Fur Seal colony at Pelican Point Peninsula. The drive lasts six to seven hours total. Beer, soft drinks, water and a light picnic with snacks are included. Pickup from your Walvis Bay accommodation is arranged.

Step-by-step itinerary

4x4 drive and seal colony visit

• Drive 50km scenic 4x4 route
• Explore dunes meeting the ocean
• Visit unspoiled bay with wildlife
• Drive to Pelican Point Peninsula
• See Cape Fur Seal colony
• Return to Walvis Bay

The experience

The tour starts with a 50km scenic drive across the Namib dunes in a 4x4, heading toward Sandwich Harbour where the dunes slope down to the ocean. This stretch is one of Namibia's most photographed landscapes: the scale of the dunes against the water and the isolation of the bay itself make it the kind of place where the light changes the scene every few minutes. The bay itself sits largely untouched, a haven for seabirds and marine life that you'll see from the vehicle.

On the return drive toward Walvis Bay, the tour enters Pelican Point Peninsula to visit the Cape Fur Seal colony at its tip. The seals gather in large numbers here, and the stop gives you a close look at one of the region's most visible marine populations. Beer, soft drinks, water and a light picnic with snacks sustain you through the day, so you're not managing hunger between stops.

A live English-speaking guide leads the tour and handles the route, so you sit back in the 4x4 while the landscape unfolds. Pickup is included from your Walvis Bay hotel or accommodation, which means no separate transport to arrange before the day starts.

What’s included

• Beer, soft drinks, water and a light picnic with snacks.
• pickup from your Walvis Bay hotel or accommodation.
• a live English-speaking guide for the full route.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (5 to 80 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 10 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availableNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Photo Ventures Namibia - Day Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a full-day 4x4 expedition with an English-speaking guide leading the entire route, so you can focus on the dunes and seals rather than navigating yourself.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Sandwich Harbour like when you arrive there?

Sandwich Harbour is an unspoiled bay where the Namib dunes meet the ocean, rich with seabirds and marine life. The dunes slope directly to the water, creating one of Namibia's most striking coastal landscapes, and the bay itself remains largely undeveloped.

How long is the 4x4 drive to Sandwich Harbour?

The scenic drive covers 50km across the Namib dunes to reach Sandwich Harbour. The full tour, including the return drive and the stop at Pelican Point Peninsula, runs six to seven hours.

What happens at Pelican Point Peninsula?

At Pelican Point Peninsula, the tour takes you to the tip where the Cape Fur Seal colony gathers in large numbers. You view the seals from the vehicle as part of the return journey to Walvis Bay.

What food and drink are included?

Beer, soft drinks, water and a light picnic with snacks are included throughout the day, so meals and hydration are covered during the drive.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel?

Yes, pickup from your Walvis Bay accommodation is included in the tour price.