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On the edge of the wild Atlantic Ocean and surrounded by the Namib desert, Swakopmund is a charming coastal town full of German colonial history and buildings with much to see and do. The town is relatively small and a stroll around its streets enjoying the splendidly preserved colonial architecture, museums and art galleries is a pleasant way to explore. Due to a large number of activities and excursions on offer the town is a popular resort for foreign visitors and also locals who come from the hot interior to the cooler climes of the coast. The adventurous will find a number of ways to fill their days with quad biking and sand boarding in the desert, skydiving and kayaking among the many activities.
From the nearby town of Walvis Bay, one can take a boat trip to see marine life including dolphins and seals and the lagoon is a great bird watching location with flamingos, pelicans, terns and more. A guided 4x4 trip to exploring the wetlands and massive sand dunes around Sandwich Harbour is highly recommended and aerial viewing of the coast and desert on scenic flights brings a whole new perspective.
The Skeleton Coast, which extends north of Swakopmund all the way to the Angola border, is a vast, desolate stretch of coastline where the Atlantic meets the desert. Many of the shipwrecks that gave the area its name are eroding and disappearing due to the relentless action of the wind and waves but the sense of wilderness remains. Self-drivers can access the southern section of the coast including the Cape fur seal colony of the Cape Cross but to explore the more remote northern stretches and inland desert take a fly in safari with Skeleton Coast Safaris or stay at Wilderness Safaris’ Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp.
If you are the adventurous type aim to spend a few days in Swakopmund as there is lots to do. Birders should head for the lagoon at Walvis Bay and the salt works to the north of Swakopmund.
The Skeleton Coast evokes visions of decaying shipwrecks and whale bones on desolate beaches and a flying safari with Skeleton Coast Safaris is a wonderful way to explore the remote coastline and inland desert.
Well located overlooking the ocean and just a few minutes walk from the centre of town, Strand Hotel is a great base to explore Swakopmund and the surrounding area.
The newest addition to the Wilderness Safaris portfolio, Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp offers guests the opportunity to explore this wonderfully remote part of the Skeleton Coast.
The Swakopmund Hotel and Entertainment Centre is built in and around the old railway station building from the early days of the twentieth century and the influence of this bygone era is found throughout the hotel.
Centrally located in the coastal town of Swakopmund in an area with many colonial era buildings, Villa Margherita is itself a restored turn of the twentieth century villa. In contrast, the interiors are stylish and contemporary with modern artwork and bright colour schemes.
An extraordinary hotel in an extraordinary location, Shipwreck Lodge is the perfect base from which to explore the remarkable Skeleton Coast.
Explore the magnificent dunes of Sossusvlei along with the famous Skeleton Coast on this 16 night itinerary.
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16 nights
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This luxury holiday will take you on an adventure and will showcase why we love Namibia so much.
Price based on two people sharing
12 nights
Including Flights
This comprehensive 28 night trip takes you to many of Namibia's highlights
Price based on two people sharing
28 nights
Including Flights
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