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Currency
Namibian Dollar (NAD)
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Language
English, Afrikaans, Oshiwambo
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Time Zone
SAST (UTC+2)
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Best Time to Visit
Dec–Mar
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Typical Duration
24-72 nights
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Price Range
$5,730–$94,500 per person
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Port Type
Port of Call
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Tender Port
Yes
A remote gateway to Namibia's dramatic Atlantic coastline, offering access to the otherworldly Skeleton Coast and unique wildlife viewing opportunities in one of Africa's most pristine regions.
Cruises that visit Lüderitz
- cruises to Lüderitz
- Lüderitz sailings
- Lüderitz cruises
- 11-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 19-night Silversea cruise
- 19-night Silversea cruise
- 20-night Silversea cruise
- 24-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 28-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 30-night Seabourn cruise
- 38-night Seabourn cruise
- 54-night Holland America Line cruise
- 55-night Seabourn cruise
- 63-night Seabourn cruise
- 63-night Holland America Line cruise
- 64-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 112-night Seabourn cruise
- 120-night Seabourn cruise
- 124-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 124-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 129-night Holland America Line cruise
- 132-night Silversea cruise
- 141-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 141-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 150-night Silversea cruise
- 152-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 152-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 169-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 169-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Lüderitz
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
LÜDERITZ NEST HOTEL
The service is outstanding as well as the food.
Essenzeit
The food was fantastic, lovely staff and a nice friendly atmosphere.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
The Portuguese Fisherman Restaurant
Great food, super friendly staff, nice and chill atmosphere.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kolmanskop
Great scenic photos to take,interesting museums and guided tours.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Diaz Coffee Shop and Restaurant
Friendly staff, great service and a wonderful choice on the menu.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
SPAR Luderitz
The best food store in Lüderitz with great affordable prices.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Ritzi's Seafood Restaurant
Friendly staff, but with a five star chef at cheap prices.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Site of Original Dias Cross
A highly recommended experience
Robert Harbour
Very interesting and good view for photographs
Kratzplatz
Rustic, comfortable and friendly service.
Barrels Pub & Restaurant
Cosy but a bit dark, good food and nice atmosphere with friendly service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 PM
Luderitz Yacht Club
Cool bar, nice pita bread, cold beers!!
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Alte Villa
Everything from the service, the room to the food was absolutely perfect.
The Desert Deli
There is also a small shop of souvenirs inside
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Penguin Catamaran Tours
Perfect experience.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM
Namibia Maritime Museum
Awesome museum with loads of interactive displays.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Prospectors Inn Hotel
We had a lovely dinner served by friendly staff.
Grosse Bucht
If you do KITE SURF the place is perfect.
Lüderitz Museum
There are some amazing exhibits here.
🕐 Closed · Opens 2:30 PM
Diaz Point Lighthouse
There is a cafe where you can get some coffees and snacks.
O.R.TAMBO FAST FOOD RESTAURANTS
Peter is great and the food is incredible
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Lüderitz Concrete Letters
Fun background for photos
Metro Lüderitz
Well stocked, slightly chaotic, not enough tills open.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Shark Island Lighthouse
So unique, comfortable and fun!
Namib Offroad Excursions / Noextours
He is extremely knowledgeable and can share a lot of information.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Club fountain
Amazing place for relaxing
PEP Luderitz
🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Fox pub
Good service by the bartender 🤗🤗
Zeepaard Boat Tours
Our three kids were excited.
Sea Point Bar
Good place to hangout for a drink
Painted Ladies of Lüderitz
Row of colorful buildings.
Family Store
Nice cheap prices there
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
MegDylans Bottle Store
Delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Capricorn Lounge
Very nice place, with a good atmosphere to relax and chill
🕐 Closed · Opens 7:30 PM Fri
MB Boutique
Good environment
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Dunns Luderitz
In-store shopping
🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Lüderitz First Lagoon
Ackermans Luderitz
In-store shopping
🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
DIVIKZ FTLOTP STREET
Studio 88 Luderitz Namibia
In-store shopping
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Blue Palace (Fubezz) Bar/Club
One of the best bar/club in town 🔥👍🏽
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Lüderitz
Lüderitz has emerged as a distinctive port of call on world cruises, particularly for travelers seeking off-the-beaten-path African experiences. Seven premium cruise lines including Viking Ocean Cruises, Seabourn, Silversea, and PONANT EXPLORATIONS regularly include this remote Namibian port on their itineraries, with 33 upcoming cruises featuring extended voyages averaging 24 nights. Most sailings incorporate Lüderitz as part of longer African circumnavigations that also visit Cape Town, Walvis Bay, and Atlantic ports like Lisbon and Casablanca, making it ideal for cruisers with time to explore the continent's diverse coastlines.
Ashore, passengers discover a fascinating blend of German colonial architecture and stark desert landscapes that feel wonderfully isolated from mainstream tourism. The town's intriguing history and proximity to remarkable natural attractions make even a brief port day memorable for curious travelers. Peak season runs from December through May, offering the best weather for exploring this unique corner of southern Africa during your cruise vacation.
Ashore, passengers discover a fascinating blend of German colonial architecture and stark desert landscapes that feel wonderfully isolated from mainstream tourism. The town's intriguing history and proximity to remarkable natural attractions make even a brief port day memorable for curious travelers. Peak season runs from December through May, offering the best weather for exploring this unique corner of southern Africa during your cruise vacation.
Cruise Lines at Lüderitz
- Viking Ocean Cruises (14 cruises)
- Seabourn (6 cruises)
- Holland America Line (5 cruises)
- Silversea (5 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (4 cruises)
- Swan Hellenic (3 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Lüderitz
Cruises Visiting Lüderitz
Ship Schedule at Lüderitz
Lüderitz Location
Other Cruise Ports in Namibia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lüderitz known for?
A historic Namibian port town with German colonial charm and Elizabeth Bay mining history.
What can you see in Lüderitz?
Desert meets sea with seals, penguins, and stark Namibian landscapes.
When was Lüderitz founded?
Founded in 1883 by Heinrich Vogelsang for Adolf Lüderitz.
What is Elizabeth Bay known for?
Diamond mining history and the town’s coastal heritage.