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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–Apr
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Typical Duration
11-63 nights
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Price Range
From $527 pp
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Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
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Tender Port
Yes
Gateway to Namibia's dramatic desert coastline and a departure point for African and Atlantic exploration cruises with access to unique wildlife and remote coastal landscapes.
Cruises that visit Walvis Bay
- cruises to Walvis Bay
- Walvis Bay sailings
- Walvis Bay cruises
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 12-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 12-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 19-night Silversea cruise
- 19-night Silversea cruise
- 20-night Silversea cruise
- 21-night Silversea cruise
- 24-night Oceania Cruises 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
Build Your Day in Walvis Bay
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 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
🛳 Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Dunes Mall
Spectacular, it was such fun, I will have to do it again.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Platz Am Meer Waterfront
Good shopping, ample parking and nice atmosphere
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Anchors Waterfront Restaurant
Great experience, friendly staff, tasty food, nice cocktails.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7:30 AM
The Raft Restaurant
The view is lovely, the servers are great, and my meal was decent.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Incredible Dunes Mall
And super incredible and the shops layout is convient and well organized
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Dune 7
You can climb to the top and slide or walk down.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Checkers @ Dunes Mall
Larges choices of products, good prices
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Pick n Pay Dunes
Convenient,,,variety of shops, wheelchair accessible, ♿️ parking.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Probst Willi Boulevard Cafe, Bakery & Restaurant
Great food, awesome atmosphere, ultimate service 😍
🕐 Closed · Opens 6:30 AM
Rojo Pub and Restaurant at The Walvis Bay Yacht Club
The food exceeded our expectations and the service was good.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Godenfang Restaurant Walvis Bay
Beautiful atmosphere, delicious food and good, friendly service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Dockside Seafood & Grill and La Vida Coffee house
Excellent food, friendly staff, location - great setting!
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Dune 7 Adventures
Extremely affordable for such a unique experience!!
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Vlooi's Nest
This is a such a amazing place with good food and friendly service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM
Sandwich Harbour 4x4 - Booking and Check-in Office
A really great experience but not cheap.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7:45 AM
Mola Mola Safaris
The experience was unique, and I would highly recommend it to everyone.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7:30 AM
CRAZY MAMAS
Good food, good atmosphere, friendly staff, very affordable.
🕐 Closed · Opens 2 PM
Game Walvis Bay
Catch up with the rest of the world...
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Pelican Point Kayaking
Both activities executed with great service.
Lothars Steakhouse.
Dancebale music's and very good entertainment
Walvis Bay Waterfront
especially delightful if they fly off in groups
Walvis Bay Tourism Centre
Highly recommended for first-time visitors and seasoned travelers alike.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Wizy Man Restaurant & Carwash
Casual outings spot
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Ekunde shebeen
The best place for vibes a cheap drinks
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Flamingo Lagoon
It’s a once-a-lifetime experience.
Styles Lounge
It was awesome
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Woolworths @ Dunes Mall
customer service on point 🤗❤
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Walvis Bay Angling Club
Excellent setting for a liter of beer!
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kuiseb Delta Adventures
Lots of fun and lots of knowledge sharing
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM
Walvis Bay Lagoon Safe View Point 2
Great place to train.
Sandwich Dune Tours and Safari
It was so fun to "surf" on it :-) cool experience !!
🕐 Closed · Opens 7:30 AM
OKANGALA Tours & Safaris
It was incredibly thrilling—the adults and the kids had an absolute blast!
Flamingo Villas Restaurant
Great food, service and atmosphere.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Dunns Walvis Bay
Very nice place to be
🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Rio Copa Discoteca
Best place for best night vibes
Sandwich & Namibia Travel and Tours
What an amazing and fun experience we had today!
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM
Katz lounge
Great place for an after work drink but even better for a weekend chill
Two Oceans Events
Nice place, top atmosphere and great view
🕐 Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Kelly's Wild Activities and Tours
This new activity in Walvis Bay is a must.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Pirates Wreck
Just had a drink nice view for sundowners
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Ndengu Bar
Ocean Adventures
really enjoyed the time with them.
Refinery Dunes Mall
Bought chunky sneakers and they are both beautiful 😍 and of quality
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Foschini - Walvis Bay
Now days Fochini have better clothes than Truworths and customer service no1
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Walvis Bay
Don’t miss the Museum, the Anchor and go for visit the dunes.
Odyssey Tours Walvis Bay
Dunns Walvis Bay Dunes Mall
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
EHANGANO PUB
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Walvis Bay
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Walvis Bay
Walvis Bay stands as a compelling port of call on Africa's southwestern coast, drawing nine major cruise lines including MSC Cruises, Silversea, Viking Ocean Cruises, and Oceania Cruises. With 53 upcoming cruises and a strong presence of luxury operators like Seabourn and PONANT EXPLORATIONS, this Namibian port serves as a strategic stop on diverse itineraries spanning from Cape Town to Lisbon and beyond. Most cruises calling here feature 11-night voyages, with peak seasons running from December through May when the Southern Hemisphere summer brings ideal weather.
Stepping ashore in Walvis Bay, you'll discover a fascinating blend of natural wonders and maritime heritage. The port's famous lagoon attracts visitors eager to spot dolphins and flamingos in their natural habitat, while the town itself offers insights into Namibia's colonial past and vibrant fishing culture. Whether you're seeking wildlife encounters, cultural exploration, or simply a unique African experience, Walvis Bay delivers an enriching port day that complements any Southern African cruise itinerary.
Stepping ashore in Walvis Bay, you'll discover a fascinating blend of natural wonders and maritime heritage. The port's famous lagoon attracts visitors eager to spot dolphins and flamingos in their natural habitat, while the town itself offers insights into Namibia's colonial past and vibrant fishing culture. Whether you're seeking wildlife encounters, cultural exploration, or simply a unique African experience, Walvis Bay delivers an enriching port day that complements any Southern African cruise itinerary.
Cruise Lines at Walvis Bay
- Viking Ocean Cruises (14 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (8 cruises)
- Seabourn (6 cruises)
- Silversea (6 cruises)
- Holland America Line (5 cruises)
- Swan Hellenic (3 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (2 cruises)
- MSC Cruises (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Walvis Bay
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walvis Bay best known for?
Walvis Bay is known for its flamingo-filled lagoon and as a gateway to the Namib Desert and Sossusvlei.
What wildlife can I expect in Walvis Bay?
Flamingos, white pelicans, and other shorebirds are common; inland deserts host diverse wildlife.
What are nearby attractions?
Namib Desert, Sossusvlei dunes, and Swakopmund are nearby.
How can I visit Walvis Bay?
Walvis Bay is in Namibia; accessible by road from Swakopmund and Windhoek, with coastal and desert day trips.