Sports and leisure activities Namibia

Here is a great value in Walvis Bay for marine wildlife viewing in Namibia. Laramon Tours organizes excursions in the bay to Pelican Point, to meet dolphins, sea lions and whales on a catamaran cruise. Alternatively, you can take up kayaking, an ideal way to meet the Cape sea lion colony. Champagne served on board. Otherwise, if the big ocean and its wildlife do not tempt you more than that, know that they also organize 4×4 tours in Sandwich Harbour.

This tour operator initiated in 1992 the hot-air balloon flight over the Namib. The experience is incredible, especially near Sossusvlei. A magical and sublime adventure over this equally beautiful landscape. The flight over the Namib dunes takes place in the early morning, in the glow of the rising sun and the calm breeze. The wind carries the basket for about an hour over a sea of dunes or rocky hills (depending on the wind). An unforgettable moment.

Surfing along the world's oldest desert not only offers consistent quality waves all year round, for all levels, with few people - on top of that, the mesmerizing Namib scenery and the rolls of Skeleton Bay will stay in your mind. Why them? Oliver and his team are the only ones with a real in-depth knowledge of the surf spots and local conditions. Also ISA qualified guides/instructors and first aid trained. Salty Jackal is licensed and insured under Namibian regulations.

This company offers, in addition to the rental of its beautiful catamarans, morning cruises to Pelican Point. This excursion to meet dolphins, numerous birds and sea lions can be combined with a 4x4 desert tour. Serious agency managed by Daniela and Marco. The latter knows how to keep the attention of the travellers during the excursions. Drinks are served on board. It is recommended to arrive a little in advance to be able to settle comfortably in the nets at the front of the catamaran.

A superb kayak trip, to enjoy the silence of the bay among sea lions and dolphins. It is necessary to book in advance, at least the day before, especially as the departure is in the early morning. Eco Marine Kayak Tour also proposes to combine water sports with a 4x4 excursion to Sandwich Harbour in the afternoon: the guarantee of a day full of sensations that will whet your appetite and make you sleep soundly. Think about sunscreen and a hat above all, the sun doesn't give a gift on the water!

Desert Explorers is made up of a team of specialists who will take you on a quad tour (from a few hours to several days, six at the most) to experience thrills while enjoying the beauty of the scenery. If you haven't had your fill with the quad, many other activities can be organised with this company (sandboarding, tandem skydiving, hot air balloon flight, camel riding, fat bike, paragliding, kayaking, boat trip to meet dolphins...): you will be spoilt for choice.

From Walvis Bay or by combining the excursion from Pelican Point, this agency takes you to discover the desert. The 4 × 4 drive through the dunes and along the ocean until you reach Sandwich Harbour. Lunch break in the middle of the dunes completed by an oyster tasting. Many photo breaks along the way. Not to be missed, but fasten your seatbelt and be warned: it's rough! Don't hesitate to tell your guide if the ride makes you dizzy, he is used to it and adapts to everyone

A trip to the dunes is a fabulous experience. The bikes(Fat Bike) are equipped with large under-inflated tires adapted to ride in the sand without difficulty. At least two hours of fun riding over the ridges, climbing up and down the slopes. Day trips are possible. We will explain the formation of the dunes and the composition of the sand in a playful and recreational way. A great way to discover the surroundings!

A must-see excursion to discover Walvis Bay and its many treasures. Meet the colonies of sea lions chatting on the shores of Pelican Point, cormorants, dolphins and sometimes the famous sunfish that gives its name to the company, who invite themselves to dance around the boat while some male sea lions and pelicans come straight aboard. Petits fours and oyster tasting are also available. Possibility to combine this safari with a 4x4 afternoon at Sandwich Harbour for an adrenalin-charged experience.