Sandwich Harbour tour from Walvis Bay: Dunes meet ocean

Drive where towering dunes drop into the Atlantic

A guided dune drive tour from Walvis Bay to Sandwich Harbour, taking in the flamingo lagoon, the salt mine and the point where desert meets ocean. The tour runs four to five hours with a live guide in English, Portuguese or German. Pickup is included, and the route covers the beach, the salt works and a leisurely drive through the dunes where you may spot oryx, springbok and jackals. Water, cold drinks, beer, sparkling wine and a light meal are provided.

Step-by-step itinerary

Dune drive and wildlife viewing

• Start at Walvis Bay lagoon wetlands
• Visit the Salt Mine and pink water
• Drive along the beach to Sandwich Harbour
• Explore dunes where ocean meets desert
• Enjoy guided desert ecosystem insights
• Spot desert animals and seals
• Return to Walvis Bay

The experience

Your afternoon starts in Walvis Bay at the lagoon wetlands, where thousands of pink flamingos gather in the shallows. From there the route moves to the salt mine, which harvests 100,000 tons of salt per month. The mineral-heavy water turns a striking pink that photographs well from the vehicle. You then drive along the beach into Sandwich Harbour itself, where the landscape shifts from coastal flats to towering dunes that rise straight from the sand into the ocean.

The core of the tour is a leisurely drive through the dunes, where the undulating terrain and the view of the ocean meeting the desert make up the day's main draw. Your guide shares details about the desert ecosystem and points out the animals adapted to it (oryx, springbok, jackals), and occasionally seals hauled out on the beach. Each departure takes its own route through the dunes depending on conditions and what you want to see, so the experience shifts from one day to the next.

Pickup from your Walvis Bay accommodation is included. The tour runs four to five hours total. You'll have water, cold drinks, beer, sparkling wine and a light meal on board, so you're not managing hunger or thirst during the drive.

What’s included

• Park entry fees.
• water, cold drinks, beer and sparkling wine.
• a light meal.
• pickup from your Walvis Bay accommodation.
• a live guide in your choice of English, Portuguese or German.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (13 to 85 years) · Infant (1 to 4 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, German and Portuguese

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 17 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 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Wings and Wheels Tours

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want a private vehicle where you control the pace through the dunes: ideal for photography stops or leisurely viewing without waiting for a group to keep up.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, German and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (1 to 4 years).

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 animals might I see on the dune drive to Sandwich Harbour?

Desert-adapted wildlife including oryx, springbok, jackals and occasionally seals appear along the route, though sightings depend on the day and the season. Your guide will point them out as you drive.

How long does the Sandwich Harbour tour take from Walvis Bay?

The tour runs four to five hours total, including the drive to the lagoon, the salt mine stop, the beach drive and the dune section before returning to Walvis Bay.

What's included in the tour price?

Park entry fees, water, cold drinks, beer, sparkling wine and a light meal are all included. Pickup from your Walvis Bay accommodation is also part of the booking.

Can I customize the route or the pace of the tour?

Yes. Wings & Wheels Tours tailors each departure to match your interests and pace. You can request a faster or slower drive through the dunes, and the route itself adjusts based on what you want to see and the conditions on the day.