Top Walvis Bay Wildlife Watching in 2026

Pelican Point is a great place to see marine life in Walvis Bay—a colony of tens of thousands of Cape fur seals makes its home there year-round—but it is not particularly easy to get to. This tour takes you along the lagoon and salt mines to the point on a 4x4 vehicle, and provides the kayaking know-how to cruise the protected part of the peninsula near the colony.

Explore the region's natural beauty at Sandwich Harbor, its abundant bird life, and lagoon area while riding in an off-road, all-terrain, 4x4 adventure vehicle during this Sandwich Harbour 4x4 Small-Group Eco Tour. In the comfort of a small group limited to just 12, admire animals roaming free against the backdrop of huge sand dunes intersecting with the gorgeous blue ocean.

Expand your horizons in one of the most pristine areas in Namibia, where birding becomes extraordinary within a spectacular environment.

Get to see the seal colonies at Pelican Point up close and personal from the comfort of our 4x4 as well as the Pelican Point lighthouse transformed into a Lodge. See abundant bird life and pink salt lakes on route to Pelican point where regular stops are made for photographic opportunities.

Experience the dramatic meeting of desert and ocean on a small-group 4×4 adventure to Sandwich Harbour. Journey through towering dunes with a knowledgeable local guide, spot flamingos at Walvis Bay Lagoon and capture the striking colours of the salt pans. Feel the excitement of dune driving, pause at breathtaking coastal viewpoints and enjoy light snacks and refreshments surrounded by the Namib Desert. With just 4–5 guests per vehicle, this adventure offers a personal way to explore Namibia’s spectacular coastline. Book your place and discover where the dunes meet the Atlantic.

Spot dolphins, whales, pelicans, and seals while enjoying fresh oysters and sparkling wine on Namibia's picturesque Skeleton Coast. The three-hour cruise on a stable catamaran takes you from Walvis Bay Harbor to Pelican Point, passing an abundance of bird and marine life on the way to the Pelican Point Lighthouse.