Swakopmund’s temperate climate offers respite from the searing heat of the desert. Completely different from the rest of the Namibia, it allows you to indulge in a variety of ocean activities and adventures.
- Superb birdwatching at Sandwich Harbour and Walvis Bay
- Desert and dune excursions, filled with ancient flora & fauna
- Adventure activities & outdoor pursuits for adrenalin junkies
- Visit the Skeleton Coast, named after all the ship wrecks
- Sea tours, fishing and diving – see dolphins, seals & whales
Swakopmund is a popular holiday destination. You will enjoy its moderate temperatures and find it a welcome change from the rest of your scorching Namibian holiday. Established by the Germans in 1892, Swakopmund is a quirky mix of German Architecture and modern buildings, which some might call a little odd! Nevertheless it remains a delightful town with no lack of activities to keep you busy!
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Swakopmund rose from the sandy plains of the
Skeleton Coast late in the 19th century when Imperial Germany took an interest. Its architecture is now an eclectic mix of architecture, which is – we must be honest – a little bit of a visual oddity. However despite this Swakopmund remains a delightful town with no shortage of coffee shops, souvenir stalls and activity punters. For such a small, isolated village, your days are easily filled, whether it's high adventure or the intricacies of nature that interest you.
About 40km south of Swakopmund is the port town of
Walvis Bay. A natural bay provides rare protection on this jagged coast and Walvis has a bustling maritime feel to it that doesn't really lend itsself to tourism. The 10km-wide lagoon does lend itself to the prolific breeding of water birds and, in together with neighbouring Sandwich Harbour, is a world-renowned wetlands birding site
In and around the two towns and up the endless
Skeleton Coast there is a profusion of activities and excursions. Discover a rich world of marine life supported by the Benguela current and the fascinating creatures and scenes of the desert on your back yard. Adventure-lovers can get their fix with
skydiving,
quad biking,
sand-boarding,
deep sea fishing,
crayfish diving and whatever else the locals can dream up.
Your
Rhino Africa consultant is able to assist you planning your excursions in Swakopmund prior to arrival, or alternatively the hotels and guest houses in Swakopmund are all geared up to assist in planning these with you. Swakopmund is abound with shops and compared to the relative remoteness of the rest of
Namibia it’s a good place to get a bit of retail therapy before you set off to more remote destinations.
