Namib Desert Full-Day Tour: Discover Ancient Landscapes and Unique Wildlife from Swakopmund, Namibia

Embark on a full-day adventure through the ancient landscapes of the Namib Desert. Discover unique wildlife, including the rare Welwitschia Plant, and witness the mesmerizing Shifting Sand Dunes near Swakopmund.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Namib Desert - Travel along the small-holdings on the northern bank of the Swakop River into the oldest desert of the world, the Namib Desert. Your guide will explain the origin of the Namib Desert and explain the geological and climatic conditions of this coastal desert. As we proceed further we leave every trace of civilisation behind and find ourselves surrounded by the rugged and rocky scene of the Namib Desert. Experience the “Ringing Stones” and the fascinating plants of the Namib, for example the indigenous Lithops, also known as the “Living Stones”, as well as a variety of rare Lichens, and most of all, the remarkable Welwitschia plant, a living fossil which is only found in this geographical area. With a bit of luck, one can see Springbok, Klipspringer, Steenbok, Baboon, Ostriches, Ruppels Korhaan and the Trac-trac Chat.

  • Swakop River - After a pleasant lunch break, we drive along the dry riverbed of the Swakop valley which is lined with Tamarisk, Prosopis and Ana trees. We pass Oasis “Goanikontes”, enter the Namib Naukluft Park and view the “Moon Valley” from a vantage point. We close off this tour with a visit to the shifting sand dunes near Swakopmund.

What's Included
  • Complimentary bottled water
Additional Information

Embark on a 7-hour journey across one of the world’s oldest deserts surrounded by the harsh, rocky landscape of the Namib Desert. Engage with the ‘Ringing Stones’ and marvel at the indigenous plants of the Namib, particularly the remarkable Welwitschia Plant, an extant relic found only in this region. With some good fortune, we might spot Springbok, Klipspringer. Steenbok, Baboon, Ostriches, Ruppels Korhaan, and Trac-Trac Chat. Following a mid-day break for lunch, we cruise alongside the dried riverbed of the Swakop Valley and pass the ‘Goanikontes’ Oasis. We conclude our tour with a stop at the mobile sand deposits near Swakopmund.

Kindly be aware: The 4-hour Desert Tour follows a shorter path and does not cater for a lunch interval.

Location
Farmhouse Deli
In front of the Strand Hotel
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Stefan
Dec 17, 2023
Warm and competent - Hans Dieter could talk about history, fauna and flora in a very lively and detailed way. We enjoyed it very much.
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E249vcmandyb
Dec 16, 2023
When visiting Namibia, this is something you absolutely must do! - We had an amazing tour and created unforgettable memories. Our experienced guide, Hans, was a fantastic host. We enjoyed a private tour with him and experienced the Namibian desert to the fullest. The highlight was the lovingly prepared picnic lunch under a large rock.
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Iryna_u
Oct 21, 2023
Very pleasant overall... - Very pleasant overall experience. The guide has shared interesting facts on history and desert environment. Well- balanced journey, truly enjoyed it!
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Geza_v
Jun 23, 2023
perfect day in Namibian desert. - Great and very informative guide. Hans Dieter is a very kind person. The picnic lunch was also delicious. Highly and warmly recommended!
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Edna_h
Jan 5, 2023
Namib Full-day Desert Tour from Swakopmund. - Hans-Dieter is an excellent tour guide who described the tour in detail and was very knowledgeable in explaining the plants, animal life and terrain. His knowledge made the experience even more enjoyable. A highlight was having lunch in the shade of the overhang of an enormous bolder—a big thank you to Hans-Dieter's wife for the delicious lunch provided. We unreservedly recommend this tour and Hans-Dieter to future visitors to Namibia, particularly to Swakopmund.
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Rustyb170
Sep 12, 2022
A beautiful afternoon - Ernst was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable and passionate about the desert and his work. He found snskes, lizards, birds and retrieved debris blowing around the desert. A fantastic afternoon with him. We all thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon. Thank you very much
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Hansbijlmer
Mar 25, 2022
Very good tour with Hans - Een halve dag toer naar het maanlandschap. Half day tout moonlandscape. With the guide Hans very intersting and worthfull experience.
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