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Swakopmund, situated halfway along Namibia’s long Atlantic coastline, is a characterful town enjoying a cooler climate – which comes as a welcome relief from the inland desert.

With its bracing sea air, Swakopmund would not look out of place somewhere on the North Sea coast and whilst here you should allow time to visit the excellent desert park to see the unusual, two leaved welwitschia plants, the oldest in the world, and walk among huge colonies of Cape fur seals. Bird lovers should not miss the opportunity to visit nearby Walvis Bay lagoon, a world-renowned sanctuary, on which 70% of the world’s chestnut-banded plovers rely for survival, and where 80% of southern Africa’s flamingos feed.

Founded, in 1892, as the main harbour for German South-West Africa, a sizable part of Swakopmund's population is still German speaking. Much of the town is a bizarre colonial relic full of traditional pastry and cake shops. It serves well as a convenient stop-off between southern and northern circuits. 

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Key info

  • Ideal for viewing: Cape fur seal, Heaviside’s dolphin, Damara tern, Namaqua chameleon, yellow mongoose
  • Where: Erongo Region, Namibia

Wildlife trips

This wildlife location is featured in the following itineraries:

Faces of Namibia

Experience all the key areas of this superb country: the soaring dunes of Sossusvlei, the dramatic deserts of Damaraland, and the prolific wildlife of Etosha. Staying largely in private reserves, activities include rhino tracking, boat trips and walking - the complete Namibia adventure! Find out more about Faces of Namibia

  • Price (inc. flights): 11 days from £5,495
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    Tailor-made can be arranged
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Land of Contrasts Self-drive

This is Namibia at its very best: a wilderness destination of outstanding beauty at every turn, taking you north to the salt pans of Etosha National Park, the remote Kunene and its desert elephant, before heading down the Skeleton Coast to the awesome Namib Desert. Choose between self drive or guided. Find out more about Land of Contrasts Self-drive

  • Price (inc. flights): 18 days from £6,995
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Namibia Wildlife & Wilderness

Experience the breath-taking landscapes and remarkable desert-adapted wildlife of Namibia on this extensive and specially designed self-drive itinerary. Self-driving is the best way to explore this spectacular destination at your own pace and enjoy everything the country has to offer. Find out more about Namibia Wildlife & Wilderness

  • Price (inc. flights): 17 days from £5,995
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Namibia: A Wilderness Adventure

Enjoy the ‘essentials’ of Namibia on this small group trip which explores the country’s premier locations. Head out on safari, stay at a cheetah and leopard conservation project, witness dramatic scenery, wilderness environments and discover cultural sites in this spectacular country. Find out more about Namibia: A Wilderness Adventure

  • Price (inc. flights): 14 days from £6,895
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Namibia’s Desert & Coast

This guided trip explores the wilderness environments of the arid Namib Desert and the scenically dramatic Skeleton Coast. These remarkable landscapes and the highly-adapted wildlife that inhabits these desolate areas distinguish Namibia from any of its neighbours in Southern Africa. Find out more about Namibia’s Desert & Coast

  • Price (inc. flights): 12 days from £7,895
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On the Trail of Elephants

This 18-day group tour focuses on the elephant hotspots of Namibia and Botswana, followed by a night at the world-famous Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Explore a variety of landscapes from desert to coast and grassland to wetland, to marvel at southern Africa's beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife. Find out more about On the Trail of Elephants

  • Price (inc. flights): 18 days from £4,545
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    Tailor-made can be arranged
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Skeleton Coast & Etosha

Namibia is one of Africa's last great wilderness areas and offers some truly magnificent desert scenery, a bird-rich coastline, one of Africa’s finest wildlife reserves, and some of the most dramatic dunes in the world. This comprehensive itinerary is a great way to experience this fascinating country. Find out more about Skeleton Coast & Etosha

  • Price (inc. flights): 15 days from £6,795
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Wings over Namibia

This suggested itinerary provides a complete experience of the north and south, enjoying superb wildlife viewing and exceptional photographic opportunities. Staying in some of Namibia’s finest lodges with outstanding hospitality, and flying between camps, this trip is simply the ultimate safari. Find out more about Wings over Namibia

  • Price (inc. flights): 11 days from £6,495
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    Tailor-made Holiday
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Wonders of Namibia: A Photographic Safari

Namibia is a country of diverse landscapes and this small group photographic safari traverses the savannahs and private reserves, travelling through the iconic salt pans of Etosha into the dry, sandy deserts, viewing and photographing the incredible resident wildlife throughout including elephant, lion, rhino and leopard. Find out more about Wonders of Namibia: A Photographic Safari

  • Price (inc. flights): 18 days from £10,995
  • Trip type:
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    Tailor-made can be arranged
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Suggested accommodation is shown below. Please contact us for further recommendations.

Swakopmund Hotel

This 4-star hotel occupies the imposing and impeccably restored German Colonial-style former railway station dating from 1902, a few minutes walk from the waterfront. There are 88 spacious rooms plus two luxury suites – most of which overlook the garden courtyard and swimming pool. Find Out More about Swakopmund Hotel