Excursion Dolphin & seal cruise tour at Walvis Bay

Search for the Namibian Marine Big 5 - meet clumsy pelicans, view boisterous seals and, if luck permits, see leaping dolphins, playful whales, mysterious mola and shy turtles - all this and more on this half - day educational sailing dolphin and seal cruise. To top off your trip, enjoy some refreshments including sparkling wine!

Namibian Marine Big 5 & Boat Cruise Walvis Bay Lagoon

After a short transfer by road to the Walvis Bay Waterfront board your motorized or sailing catamaran for a marine educational excursion in the bay area in search of the Namibian Marine Big 5:  Whales, Dolphins, Mola, Leatherback turtle and seals.  While enjoying hot coffee and tea, the initial route takes you past oyster farms as you approach Pelican Point with its landmark lighthouse and 60,000 resident Cape Fur Seals.

Pelican Point, Seal Colony & Dolphins  

Round the point and head into the open sea. The waters around Walvis Bay are home to three different types of dolphins. Of these the common Bottlenose dolphin is most common. Heaviside's dolphins are much smaller but very social dolphins all along the Namibian coast. They are very fast swimmers and very active, social animals that often occur in groups of 10 or sometimes more. Watching these dolphins jump and cartwheel is a spectacle that brings pure joy. The Dusky dolphin is another of the species with superior aerial skills. The unconventional Mola or Sunfish is a highlight for many and occasional sightings of equally impressive Leatherback Turtles are also possible. Accompanying you throughout are a wreck of seabirds, such as the Kelp Gull, Hartlaub's Gull, Pelicans and Cape Cormorant. These birds often use our catamarans to hitch a ride or do some tourist sightings of their own! Continuing your journey from Pelican Point through the larger bay area pass some of the more interesting ships and oil rigs that visit the bay.

Sparkling Wine & Snacks during the Cruise

To round off the trip, enjoy local world-class fresh Namibian oysters paired with sparkling wine and a variety of savory snacks and dessert pastries.

On arrival at the jetty, take your transfer back to the ship.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Operation of this tour is subject to favourable weather and sea conditions and it may be cancelled on short notice. Although dolphin, seals and the bird-life described are regularly seen on this cruise, the sighting of wildlife cannot be guaranteed.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Namibia, Walvis Bay Lagoon, Seal Colony, Dolphins, Seabirds, Pelican Point, Light Finger Lunch, Sparkling Wine

Note

Please note: This tour requires a moderate amount of walking; however, guests must be able to manoeuvre in and out of the boat and climb at least 10 steps at low tide. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. It can be windy and cold out on the open water. We recommend your bring a windbreaker or warm jacket. Comfortable clothes, sun hat, sun block are recommended. Operation of this tour is subject to favourable weather and sea conditions and it may be cancelled on short notice. Although dolphin, seals and the bird-life described are regularly seen on this cruise, the sighting of wildlife cannot be guaranteed. Cruising time is approximately 3 hours. The price of this tour is adversely affected by the cost of conducting business in this area of the world due to its high-cost infrastructure. Guides and adequate transportation need to be sourced from a distance. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.