Tours

Catamaran Charters. Catamaran Charters also runs a seal and dolphin cruise on a 45- or 60-foot catamaran. The four-hour cruise, which sets sail at 8:30 am, visits Pelican Point and the lighthouse, with almost guaranteed dolphin and seal sightings along the way. 12th Rd. (near Probst Bakery), Walvis Bay, Erongo. 064/200–798; www.namibiancharters.com.

Eco-Marine Kayak Tours. If you want to peacefully paddle the calm waters of Walvis Bay and enjoy the scenery and up-close encounters with marine and bird life, try Eco-Marine Kayak Tours. Their five-hour trips start at 7:45 and can be combined with a Sandwich Harbour tour. Walvis Bay Waterfront, Walvis Bay, Erongo. 064/203–144; 081/129–3144; www.emkayak.iway.na.

Sandwich Harbour 4x4. Sandwich Harbour 4x4 runs an excellent day trip to the dunes that includes a hearty lunch (with oysters and sparkling wine). Expect to drive over the dunes as if it was a series of roller coasters. They also run bird-watching trips and combination trips (a boat trip and the dunes, or kayaking and the dunes). Walvis Bay Waterfront, Walvis Bay, Erongo. 064/207–663; www.sandwich-harbour.com.

Sun Sail Catamarans. Sun Sail Catamarans has daily departures at 8:15 to Pelican Point. During the four- to five-hour cruise you'll likely see seals, dolphins, numerous sea birds, and whales (in season). Fresh oysters, sparkling wine, and snacks are served on board. Walvis Bay Waterfront, Walvis Bay, Erongo. 081/124–5045; www.sailnamibia.com.