5-Hour Walvis Bay Catamaran Cruise with Dolphin and Oyster Tasting

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Spot shipwrecks, lighthouses, and diverse bird species in the bay
• 02 Savour locally cultivated Walvis Bay oysters beside the oyster platforms
• 03 Get up close to the Pelican Point lighthouse and old supply railway tracks
• 04 Look out for Heaviside, dusky, and Atlantic bottlenose dolphins
• 05 Watch for seasonal southern right and humpback whales from July to November
• 06 Relax in the saloon, on the trampolines, or on deck with sparkling wine and snacks

Embark on a 5-hour catamaran cruise through Walvis Bay's beautiful bay area, where shipwrecks, oyster platforms, birdlife, seals, and abundant marine life reveal the splendour of this Atlantic coast setting. Sail out to Pelican Point for close-up views of the lighthouse and the old supply railway tracks, while watching for Heaviside, dusky, and Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, as well as seasonal southern right and humpback whales. With a bit of luck, you may also spot orcas, mola mola, and leatherback turtles, all while enjoying Walvis Bay oyster tasting, sparkling wine, and snacks on board.

All of this can be experienced while comfortably relaxing in the saloon, on the trampolines, or on the deck while enjoying a glass of sparkling wine and delicious snacks.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Walvis Bay

Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Walvis Bay Catamaran Cruise to Pelican Point

• Depart from the Walvis Bay Yacht Club and continue into the beautiful bay area, which holds more splendour than can be seen at first glance - a shipwreck, a lighthouse, oyster platforms, different bird species, seals, and an abundance of marine life.
• In the bay area, the catamaran moves alongside the oyster platforms. Your guide shares more information about locally cultivated Walvis Bay oysters, and the tour includes a tasting of these delicacies.
• The journey proceeds to Pelican Point for a closer look at the lighthouse. The old supply railway tracks can still be seen from when the Coast Guard occupied the lighthouse. Three different types of dolphins may be encountered: the Heaviside dolphins (endemic to the Namibian coast), dusky dolphins, and Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. During the season (July-November), larger mammals like southern right whales and humpback whales may be spotted. With a bit of extra luck, the mighty killer whales (orcas) might make an appearance. Look out as well for sightings of the mola mola (sunfish) and leatherback turtles.
• All of this can be experienced while comfortably relaxing in the saloon, on the trampolines, or on the deck while enjoying a glass of sparkling wine and delicious snacks.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Catamaran cruise
• Snacks
• Glass of sparkling wine
• Oyster tasting

What to bring

• Warm clothing

Know before you go

• This catamaran cruise takes you along the enigmatic shores of the Atlantic Ocean near Walvis Bay. You will see Pelican Point, the tip of the sandbank forming the bay that inspired German, British, and South African occupation. Cape fur seals from a nearby colony play around the boats, and pelicans fly alongside, offering great photographic opportunities.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

At your hotel

Tour start

Walvis Bay, Namibia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.