Currency
Namibian Dollar (NAD)
Language
English, Afrikaans, Oshiwambo
Time Zone
SAST (UTC+2)
Best Time to Visit
Dec–Apr
Typical Duration
11-63 nights
Price Range
From $527 pp
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
Yes
Gateway to Namibia's dramatic desert coastline and a departure point for African and Atlantic exploration cruises with access to unique wildlife and remote coastal landscapes.
Cruises that visit Walvis Bay
- cruises to Walvis Bay
- Walvis Bay sailings
- Walvis Bay cruises
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 12-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 12-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 12-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 19-night Silversea cruise
- 19-night Silversea cruise
- 21-night Silversea cruise
- 24-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 24-night Seabourn cruise
- 26-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 28-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 30-night Seabourn cruise
- 35-night Holland America Line cruise
- 38-night Seabourn cruise
- 43-night Seabourn cruise
- 46-night Holland America Line cruise
- 54-night Holland America Line cruise
- 55-night Seabourn cruise
- 56-night Seabourn cruise
- 63-night Seabourn cruise
- 63-night Holland America Line cruise
- 64-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 80-night Seabourn cruise
Build Your Day in Walvis Bay
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Dunes Mall
In-store shopping
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Platz Am Meer Waterfront
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Anchors Waterfront Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout
Jetty 1905 Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
Village Cafe
Very friendly service and awesome coffees and food options.
Closed · Opens 7 AM Tue
The Raft Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout
Incredible Dunes Mall
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Shop 4 Value
Same-day delivery·Bakery·Credit cards
Closed · Opens 8 AM Tue
Dune 7
Closed · Opens 8 AM Tue
Flamingo Villas Boutique Hotel
Stylish hotel with lagoon views & dining
Pick n Pay Dunes
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Probst Willi Boulevard Cafe, Bakery & Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6:30 AM Tue
Godenfang Restaurant Walvis Bay
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Rojo Pub and Restaurant at The Walvis Bay Yacht Club
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
Dockside Seafood & Grill and La Vida Coffee house
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Food Lover's Market Namibia Walvis Bay
In-store shopping
Closed · Opens 8 AM Tue
Dune 7 Adventures
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Vlooi's Nest
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 7 AM Tue
Sandwich Harbour 4x4 - Booking and Check-in Office
Closed · Opens 7:45 AM Tue
Mola Mola Safaris
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Tue
O'Heilie's Steakhouse & Steve's Take Away
Dine-in·Takeout
Closes soon · 9 PM
Dolphins Coffee Shoppe
Very relaxed atmosphere, great service and good food.
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Tue
Slowtown Coffee Roasters - Walvis Bay
Tasty coffee, really great sandwiches and cakes (peppermint tarte!) Love it.
Closed · Opens 7 AM Tue
IRIS Boutique Hotel & Restaurant
They serve delicious food, beautiful view and I had a wonderful time👌🏽
Levani's
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Independence Beach
Very clean beach
CRAZY MAMAS
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 2 PM Tue
Game Walvis Bay
In-store shopping·Delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Pelican Point Kayaking
Artisan Bread, Bakery & Coffee Shop
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 7 AM Tue
Walvis Bay Waterfront
Onsite services
Lothars Steakhouse.
Had a good time, safe place to enjoy a night out in Namibia.
Wizy Man Restaurant & Carwash
Takeout
Walvis Bay Tourism Centre
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 8 AM Tue
Flamingo Lagoon
Styles Lounge
Dine-in·Takeout
RocoMamas Walvis Bay
Dine-in·Takeout
Closes soon · 9 PM
Woolworths Walvis Bay Dunes Mall
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Kuiseb Delta Adventures
Shoreline Square
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Vambo Beach
Great for relaxation Can be windy and sandy at times
Walvis Bay Angling Club
Excellent setting for a liter of beer!
Frank's Biltong Cafe
Famous for its Biltong sandwiches and Brötchen.
Closed · Opens 7 AM Tue
Walvis Bay Lagoon Safe View Point 2
Very beautiful, great for catching sunsets.
Sandwich Dune Tours and Safari
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Tue
Flamingo Villas Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout
Closes soon · 9 PM
Aladdin Pizza & Shawarma's
Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
Pangaea-tours
Closed · Opens 8 AM Tue
Rio Copa Discoteca
Sandwich & Namibia Travel and Tours
Onsite services
Closes soon · 9 PM
Two Oceans Events
Nice place, top atmosphere and great view
Abantu Restaurant
Dine-in·Curbside pickup
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Katz lounge
Great place for an after work drink but even better for a weekend chill
Independence Beach Lounge & Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout
Dolfynstrand
They have a big swimming pool and a children play area.
J&J Bites
Dine-in·Takeout
Closes soon · 9 PM
Donkey Bay
... the size of appendage required to surf this amazing sharky spot.
Hungry Lion Walvis Bay Kuisebmond
style clothing cc
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Tue
La Vida Coffee House & Boutique
Service is quick and the place is beautiful.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Tue
Pirates Wreck
Just had a drink nice view for sundowners
Ndengu Bar
Open now
Desert Rose Take Away & Mini Market
Takeout
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Tue
Mugg & Bean On The Move
Good coffee friendly service
Closed · Opens 7 AM Tue
Peter's.eats Restaurant
Delivery: 9 AM–5 PM Tue
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Tue
Ocean Adventures
Odyssey Tours Walvis Bay
GD Sportsbar
Refinery Dunes Mall
In-store shopping
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Fatimah's Cuisine Restaurant CC
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Walvis Bay Salt Pans Viewpoint
Walvis Bay
Lu's seafood restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout
EHANGANO PUB
Dunns Walvis Bay Dunes Mall
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Mola mola
ENTRANCE Waterfront Walvis Bay
Daily Drip Coffee Shop
Takeout
Closed · Opens 7 AM Tue
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Walvis Bay
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Walvis Bay
Walvis Bay stands as a compelling port of call on Africa's southwestern coast, drawing nine major cruise lines including MSC Cruises, Silversea, Viking Ocean Cruises, and Oceania Cruises. With 53 upcoming cruises and a strong presence of luxury operators like Seabourn and PONANT EXPLORATIONS, this Namibian port serves as a strategic stop on diverse itineraries spanning from Cape Town to Lisbon and beyond. Most cruises calling here feature 11-night voyages, with peak seasons running from December through May when the Southern Hemisphere summer brings ideal weather.
Stepping ashore in Walvis Bay, you'll discover a fascinating blend of natural wonders and maritime heritage. The port's famous lagoon attracts visitors eager to spot dolphins and flamingos in their natural habitat, while the town itself offers insights into Namibia's colonial past and vibrant fishing culture. Whether you're seeking wildlife encounters, cultural exploration, or simply a unique African experience, Walvis Bay delivers an enriching port day that complements any Southern African cruise itinerary.
Stepping ashore in Walvis Bay, you'll discover a fascinating blend of natural wonders and maritime heritage. The port's famous lagoon attracts visitors eager to spot dolphins and flamingos in their natural habitat, while the town itself offers insights into Namibia's colonial past and vibrant fishing culture. Whether you're seeking wildlife encounters, cultural exploration, or simply a unique African experience, Walvis Bay delivers an enriching port day that complements any Southern African cruise itinerary.
Cruise Lines at Walvis Bay
- Viking Ocean Cruises (14 cruises)
- Seabourn (11 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (8 cruises)
- Holland America Line (6 cruises)
- MSC Cruises (5 cruises)
- Silversea (5 cruises)
- Swan Hellenic (4 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (3 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Walvis Bay
Cruises Visiting Walvis Bay
Ship Schedule at Walvis Bay
Walvis Bay Location
Other Cruise Ports in Namibia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walvis Bay best known for?
Walvis Bay is known for its flamingo-filled lagoon and as a gateway to the Namib Desert and Sossusvlei.
What wildlife can I expect in Walvis Bay?
Flamingos, white pelicans, and other shorebirds are common; inland deserts host diverse wildlife.
What are nearby attractions?
Namib Desert, Sossusvlei dunes, and Swakopmund are nearby.
How can I visit Walvis Bay?
Walvis Bay is in Namibia; accessible by road from Swakopmund and Windhoek, with coastal and desert day trips.