Namibia · Safari destination
Swakopmund
Safaris built around Swakopmund.
A coastal Namibian town where the Namib Desert meets the Atlantic, blending German colonial charm with adventure activities and marine wildlife.
Swakopmund
Why
Swakopmund offers a unique combination of desert and ocean landscapes. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including the rare black rhino, cheetah, and leopard. You can also explore the Namib Desert, which is one of the oldest deserts in the world. Swakopmund is also a great place to experience the culture of Namibia, with its German colonial architecture and vibrant local markets.
Tailor-made safaris
Safaris in Swakopmund.
Most requested · 10 days · Namibia
10 Day Namibia Must-See
Most meals · Most activities · All transfers
- Self-drive route from Windhoek through Damaraland to Sossusvlei
- 1 night at Okapuka Safari Lodge, then 2 at Okonjima Plains Camp
- Guided game drive at Okonjima, home to the AfriCat Foundation
- 2 nights at Mowani Mountain Camp tracking desert-adapted elephant and ancient rock art
From
R 54 960
per person, complete package
≈ R 109 920 for two · international flights excluded
Most requested · 10 days · Namibia
10 day Namibia North (Bush & Beach)
Most meals · All activities · All transfers
- 1 night at Okonjima Plains Camp with optional cheetah and leopard tracking
- 2 nights at Onguma The Fort in Etosha East with sundowner drive
- 2 nights at Ongava Lodge in Etosha West with twice-daily game drives
- 2 nights at Mowani Mountain Camp exploring Twyfelfontein rock art and Burnt Mountain
From
R 105 120
per person, complete package
≈ R 210 240 for two · international flights excluded
Most requested · 10 days · Namibia
10-Day Namibian Highlights Tour
Most meals · All activities · All transfers
- Overnights at Kalahari Anib, Namib Desert Lodge, The Delight, Damara Mopane and Etosha Safari Camp
- Climb Big Daddy and walk the camelthorns of Dead Vlei at Sossusvlei
- Free day in Swakopmund for kayaking, sandboarding or Walvis Bay excursions
- Twyfelfontein rock engravings, Organ Pipes and a Himba village visit
From
R 59 470
per person, complete package
≈ R 118 940 for two · international flights excluded
6 days · Namibia
6-Day Swakopmund and Damaraland Experience
Most meals · Most activities · All flights & transfers
- 1 night at The Olive Exclusive in Windhoek to start
- 2 nights at Swakopmund Guesthouse on Namibia's Atlantic coast
- Free day in Swakopmund for optional boat cruises or sandboarding
- 2 nights at Mowani Mountain Camp in Damaraland
From
R 80 730
per person, complete package
≈ R 161 470 for two · international flights excluded
7 days
7-Day Northern Namibian Adventure Tour
Most meals · All activities · All transfers
- 2 nights at The Delight in coastal Swakopmund
- 2 nights at Damara Mopane Lodge with visits to Twyfelfontein rock engravings and the Petrified Forest
- Himba village visit en route to Etosha National Park
- 2 nights at Etosha Safari Camp with afternoon and full-day game drives
From
R 46 460
per person, complete package
≈ R 92 920 for two · international flights excluded
9 days · Namibia
9 Day Diverse Namibia
Most meals · Most activities
- 2 nights at Kulala Adventurer Camp on the red dunes of Sossusvlei
- 2 nights at Hansa Hotel in Swakopmund with optional Walvis Bay catamaran cruise
- 2 nights at Damaraland Camp tracking desert-adapted wildlife near Brandberg Mountain
- 2 nights at Ongava Tented Camp with game drives in Etosha National Park
From
R 113 430
per person, complete package
≈ R 226 870 for two · international flights excluded
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Where to stay
Lodges in Swakopmund.
3 lodges
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LuxStrand Hotel
The Strand Hotel is the ideal venue for travellers on a mission to explore Swakopmund. It has become a sought after destination resort for international, Namibian and SADC visitors.
From R 4 400 per person · night
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PremiumThe Delight Hotel
Gondwana's Delight in Swakopmund emerges as a refreshing oasis in the desert. In the ideal location, positioned just a short stroll away from the 'Mole', the contemporary, uplifting, and hospitable hotel serves as the perfect hub for your getaway.
From R 1 980 per person · night
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AffordableSwakopmund Guesthouse
Swakopmund Guesthouse is a small owner-run bed and breakfast in the Namibian coastal town of Swakopmund, with 16 rooms and a suite a short walk from the Atlantic seafront. It is a practical and comfortable base for travellers exploring the Skeleton Coast, Walvis Bay and the dune fields south of the Kuiseb.
From R 1 800 per person · night
Rates per person sharing, per night.
Swakopmund
Your guide to Swakopmund.
When
The best time to visit Swakopmund is during the summer months of December to March. This is when the weather is warm and sunny, and the days are long.
Where
Swakopmund is a coastal city in Namibia, west of the capital, Windhoek. Sandwiched between Atlantic rollers and the Namib Desert, Swakopmund is the country's biggest coastal town and premier holiday resort. For those interested in adventure activities Swakopmund offers sandboarding, quad biking, dune carting, parachuting, hot air ballooning, shark fishing, deep sea fishing and beach angling to name but a few.
Photos from our guests
A traveller's view.
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Imagery
Swakopmund, in pictures.
Recent travellers
Word from people who have just been to Swakopmund.
Quotes pulled directly from Trustpilot. Where we have specific reviews mentioning Swakopmund, those come up first. Otherwise these are recent five-star notes from across the trips we have planned.
"Excellent service from start to finish! The team was responsive, professional and genuinely attentive throughout the entire planning process. They helped coordinate our private road transfer from Nairobi, our stay at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge, game drives, park fees and the transfer to the airstrip for the next part of our trip. Every detail was clearly e…"
"Pascal was super responsive. The safari was amazing. We also got free basic travel insurance and a free basic eSIM by using Safari.com"
"The trip that was arranged by Safari.com's Luxury Safari Consultant, Candis Sequera, to South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe was exciting, adventurous, and memorable! Thanks to her knowledge and resources the entire journey went smoothly, with every transfer and lodge providing courteous, friendly service. Candis provided exceptional customer service and…"
"Anja has been absolutely fantastic to work with. She has crafted a wonderful itinerary for our visit to Egypt. Throughout the process, Anja was very responsive, offered great advise and recommendations, and was very patient in dealing with our many questions! From our first interaction, to our ongoing communications, we have been thoroughly satisfied and hap…"
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