There’s no public road to Pelican Point. It’s reached by boat, kayak, or a specialist 4×4 crossing, all of which we operate daily from the Walvis Bay waterfront.
Why there’s no road access
Pelican Point is a narrow, shifting sand spit rather than solid ground suitable for a conventional road. Its shape has changed considerably over the last century as sand accumulates from currents and wind, which is part of why access has always depended on boats, kayaks, or specially equipped 4×4 vehicles rather than a fixed route.
Choosing how to get there
A boat tour is the most relaxed option and suits most visitors, passing both the seal colony and lighthouse as part of a wider cruise. A kayak trip gets you much closer to the seals themselves, at the cost of a bit more physical activity. Either way, every trip departs from the Walvis Bay waterfront and includes an experienced guide.
Frequently asked questions
Can I walk to Pelican Point?
No: there’s no pedestrian access either. It’s reached only by water or a specialist 4×4 crossing.
Which is better, boat or kayak?
Boat tours are more relaxed and cover more ground; kayak tours get you physically closer to the seals. Many guests do both across different tours.
Ready to book?
Three decades of catamaran cruises on the bay, kayaking among the seals at Pelican Point and 4x4 trips through the dunes to Sandwich Harbour, under the wide-open Namib sky, with a Walvis Bay crew who know every tide and wind on this coast.