Our boats depart directly from the Walvis Bay waterfront, a relaxed strip along the harbour lined with cafés, restaurants, and the local yacht club. It’s worth arriving a little early to explore before your boat tour departs, or to walk the adjoining lagoon promenade where flamingos are often visible right from the path.
What’s here
Beyond the departure jetty itself, the waterfront area is where much of Walvis Bay’s tourism activity is centred: tour operators, small eateries, and views out across the working harbour where fishing vessels and cargo ships share the water with catamarans and kayaks. It’s a good spot to grab a coffee or a meal either side of a tour, and a pleasant place to watch the harbour’s activity even without booking anything.
Getting to the waterfront
If you’re staying in Walvis Bay itself, the waterfront is typically a short drive or taxi ride from most accommodation. If you’re coming from Swakopmund, see our getting to Walvis Bay guide for transport options, or ask about pickup when you book a tour with us.
Frequently asked questions
Is there parking at the waterfront?
Yes, parking is generally available near the departure points along the waterfront.
Can I walk to the lagoon from the waterfront?
Yes: the lagoon promenade runs along the water’s edge and is an easy walk from most of the waterfront area.
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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.