Where to Go: the 6 Best Dolphin Watching Tours in Namibia

1.Mola Mola Marine Dolphin Cruise from the Walvis Bay Waterfront to Pelican Point

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $90Our pick

Cruise Walvis Bay to Pelican Point for dolphins, seals, pelicans, oysters, sparkling wine, and a relaxed taste of Namibia's Skeleton Coast.

“Excellent trip, the team really made the effort to ensure seals, pelicans came close to the boat and provided a lovely lunch and drinks, very informative we saw lots of seals, pelicans, flamingo and Africa penguin”

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2.Marine Dolphin Seal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $74Best value

Review of Walvis Bay’s 3-hour dolphin and seal cruise, with catamaran views, wildlife, oysters, bubbly, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“An extremely well organised, informative and enjoyable tour. The crew were very attentive and so friendly and the captain had a wealth of information about the harbour and its animals that he shared with us. The drinks and lunch were deliciousRead more”

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3.Namibian Coast Dolphin Cruise with Light Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 20 reviews · 3 hours · from $155

Review of Walvis Bay’s 3-hour dolphin cruise, with seals, pelicans, oysters, lunch, drinks, and practical booking advice.

“The Captain took his time to explain the history and activity of the animals around the Walvis Port. It was a very enjoyable experience.”

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4.Catamaran Dolphin Cruise and Sandwich Harbour Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 13 reviews · 8h 30m · from $224

Cruise past seals and dolphins, then race across Namibia’s dunes to Sandwich Harbour with lunch, wildlife, and coastal views.

“Unforgettable Swakopmund Adventures with Crystal and Gerhard Our recent visit to Swakopmund was nothing short of extraordinary, thanks to two exceptional guides who turned each moment into a memory. The boat trip withCrystal an absolute delight. From the moment we stepped aboard, her warmth and professionalism set the tone for a relaxed and joyful experience. Crystal went above and beyond to make us feel safe and welcomed, gently guiding us through the stunning coastal scenery with charm and grace. Her friendly demeanor and thoughtful attention to detail ensured that every passenger felt seen and cared for. She is not only brilliant at what she does, but also truly passionate—a quality…”

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5.Dolphin Cruise, Pink Lakes and 4×4 Dune Drive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 8 hours · from $385

Spend a full day cruising Walvis Bay for dolphins, seals, oysters, and flamingos, then ride 4x4s across the dunes of Sandwich Harbour.

“El Tour en barco Kalina estubo bien, Capitan y Matew muy amables. Vimos muchas focas y delfí es acompañado de Ostras y champagne. Solo fallo el sol ya que habia mucha niebla. El Tour por Sanwich fue fenomenal con un buen conductor y muy amable. En resumen muy bien. Gracias Mola-Mola”

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6.Dolphin & Seal cruise Sandwich harbour dune tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 8h 30m · from $222

Review of Namibia’s Dolphin and Seal cruise with Sandwich Harbour dune drive, wildlife, oyster snacks, guides, timing, value, and practical tips.

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