Excursion Namib desert adventure by 4x4 tour at Walvis Bay

Experience an up-close look at the Namib on this half-day adventure into the desert, topped off by some refreshments in the desert.

Namib Desert

Depart from the pier on-board your 4x4 and travel along the scenic coastal road to the Musical Rocks situated in the 'Moon Landscape' in the rocky section of the Namib Desert. Enjoy the magnificent view of the Swakop River Canyon before continuing to the 'Lichen Koppie', a small hill littered with a big variety of Lichen plants. See the blooming of life in these seemingly 'dead' plants when your guide gives them some precious water.

Swakop River, Moon Mountains & Welwitschia Plants

The safari travels further through the Swakop River, a dry riverbed that seldom flows, to the 'Moon Mountains' allowing time to explore this area of deep chasms and interesting geological features before arriving at the world famous Welwitschia Mirabilis plants. The Welwitschia plant was discovered in 1859 by Dr. Friedrich Welwitsch and has been recorded as living to 1500 years. It is the most talked-about plant in the Botanical World and considered to be the Paradox of the Namib.

Beforeyou make your way back to the ship, stop en route at a special location, stopping for refreshments.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Namib Desert, Musical Rocks, Swakop River and Canyon, 'Lichen Koppie', Welwitschia Mirabilis Plants, Refreshments

Note

Please note: This tour requires a moderate amount of walking and guests must be agile and able to climb in and out of the 4x4 dune vehicles.  The drive is along gravel roads and at times will be bumpy and dusty. This tour is not recommended to guests with limited mobility, those who utilise a wheelchair, those suffering of back/neck problems, breathing difficulties, or allergies to dust. The desert area is hot and dry; please dress accordingly. Guests are advised to wear comfortable walking shoes, hats, sun protection, and sunglasses. 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.