Namibia · DOLPHIN WATCHING

The 6 Dolphin Watching Trips in Namibia That Earn Their Price

6 tours  ·  from $75

Good dolphin watching trips fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 6 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Mola Mola Marine Dolphin Cruise from the Walvis Bay Waterfront to Pelican Point - Watching for dolphins, whales, and bay wildlife
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Mola Mola Marine Dolphin Cruise from the Walvis Bay Waterfront to Pelican Point

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

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

Join Mola Mola Safaris at Walvis Bay Waterfront for a three-hour catamaran cruise to Pelican Point. Guides such as Nick and Michael share local stories while you watch seals, pelicans, dolphins, and possible whales. Fresh oysters, light lunch, dessert, drinks, and Namibian hospitality are included.

“We had a wonderful trip out into the bay, Skipper Nick was a great host. The Pelicans made a guest appearance on the boat, as well as the seagulls. Seals, Dolphin and even a Jackal were seen on the shore. I highly recommend a trip.”

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Marine Dolphin Seal Cruise - Crossing the lagoon and passing the oyster farms
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Marine Dolphin Seal Cruise

2.Marine Dolphin Seal Cruise

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

Sail from Walvis Bay Waterfront to Pelican Point on a catamaran with guides such as Penny. Watch for dolphins, seals, pelicans, flamingos, sunfish, and seasonal whales while enjoying oysters, sparkling wine, snacks, coffee, tea, and blankets.

“Good value for money. Enjoyed having seals jump on the cruise and having the opportunity to touch and feed them. Pelicans also came in and got fed. Very good site of dolphins. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.”

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Walvis Bay: Namibian Coast Dolphin Cruise with Light Lunch - Searching the Atlantic for dolphins and whales
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Walvis Bay: Namibian Coast Dolphin Cruise with Light Lunch

3.Namibian Coast Dolphin Cruise with Light Lunch

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

Spend three hours on the Atlantic with Mola Mola Safaris, watching seals, pelicans, and possible dolphins or whales near Pelican Point. The cruise includes a Namibian coffee or sherry, warm blankets, drinks, oysters, sparkling wine, and a light lunch before returning to Walvis Bay Waterfront.

“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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Catamaran Dolphin Cruise and Sandwich Harbour Tour - Leaving Swakopmund for Walvis Bay
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Catamaran Dolphin Cruise and Sandwich Harbour Tour

4.Catamaran Dolphin Cruise and Sandwich Harbour Tour

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

Spend 8.5 hours with Desert Dunes and Dust Tours, combining a catamaran cruise to Pelican Point with a 4x4 ride through the !Nara Valley. Guides such as Crystal, Andrew, Gerhard, and Gideon lead wildlife viewing, dune driving, lunch, and stops at Sandwich Harbour.

“esperienza molto bella, le guide sono stare disponibili e attente, ci hanno anche offerto il ritorno direttamente in albergo, senza che fosse dovuto. ottima esperienza”

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Walvis Bay: Dolphin Cruise, Pink Lakes and 4x4 Dune Drive - Fog, wind, and the real conditions on the water
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Walvis Bay: Dolphin Cruise, Pink Lakes and 4×4 Dune Drive

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

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

Spend the morning on a planing catamaran with dolphins, seals, pelicans, oysters, and sparkling wine. After a short waterfront break, guide Andreas or another Mola Mola guide takes you by 4x4 past flamingos and pink salt pans into Sandwich Harbour for dune views, snacks, and lunch.

“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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Mola Mola Marine Dolphin Cruise & Beach Braai on Pelican Point - Meeting the Mola Mola Crew at 8:30 a.m.
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Mola Mola Marine Dolphin Cruise & Beach Braai on Pelican Point

6.Mola Mola Marine Dolphin Cruise & Beach Braai on Pelican Point

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $181

Join Mola Mola Safaris at Walvis Bay Waterfront for a 5-hour cruise to Pelican Point. Watch for dolphins, seals, whales, and pelicans, then enjoy Namibian oysters, champagne, drinks, and a beach braai before returning by boat.

“Wow everything was in a good standard. Service was superb. Catering was perfect. From captain my captain to all employees are nice people.they do have that thing on their service so lovely .It was so great and they've made my day with love. Bravo to the team”

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