Swakopmund Travel Packages and Accommodation

Swakopmund Holidays

Where to stay in Swakopmund and Swakopmund travel packages. It is the perfect stopover on your epic Namibia safari. Great accommodation options and deals, fine restaurants and a host of adventure activities to enjoy. Read all about the roots of this town and our holiday packages to Swakopmund Namibia.

Swakopmund is the second biggest town and most popular summer capital in Namibia, an old German harbor town offering comfy accommodation as part of thrilling holiday packages. When you see the huge Bavarian Church spires and palm trees emerging from the thick coastal fog on Namibia’s stark West Coast, you know that you have arrived.

The charming coastal town of Swakopmund showcases a blend of German colonial architecture and distinct African flair, making it one of Namibia’s most unique tourism destinations. With its palm-lined avenues, seaside promenades, and mild summer climate, Swakopmund serves as an ideal stopover for self-drive travelers on a Namibian safari, offering a chance to rest and resupply.

Known as Namibia’s premier adventure hub, Swakopmund provides various adrenaline-pumping activities, such as sandboarding, quad biking, and 4×4 dune drives. For those preferring a slower pace, boat excursions to spot seals and dolphins, or leisurely visits to its restaurants, art galleries, and museums, offer plenty of enjoyment.

Surrounded by the huge dunes of the Namib Desert, Swakopmund is a great base for skydiving, fishing, abseiling, kayaking, dune boarding, quad biking and safaris! Join other visitors flocking to the annual German Bierfest and fall in love with the German architecture, top hotels, and food.

If you’re on a quest to see Welwitschias, continue east along Welwitschia Drive to the Moon Landscape, an extraordinary vista across eroded hills and valleys carved by the Swakop River. Then pop into the farm and oasis of Goanikontes, a haven for botanists, originating in 1848. Swakopmund is the gateway to the great Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sossusvlei, Twyfelfontein, and the Skeleton Coast.

Did you know?

The giant Welwitschia mirabilis are extraordinary ancient plants, estimated to be at least 2,000 years old, known for their remarkable adaptations to harsh environments. These unique plants feature huge underground stems that can grow up to four meters wide, allowing them to store water and nutrients. Their distinctive, strap-like leaves continuously grow throughout their lifespan, often exceeding several meters in length. Found primarily in the Namib Desert, Welwitschia mirabilis thrives in extreme conditions, showcasing nature’s resilience and the incredible diversity of life on Earth. These plants are not only a symbol of endurance but also an important part of the Namib Desert ecosystem.

Highlights Swakopmund Namibia

Visit the horse graves near Swakopmund and the regimental badges at Spitzkoppe if you like military history.
The National Marine Aquarium provides an excellent introduction to the cold offshore world in the South Atlantic Ocean so walk through the tunnel to see rays and sharks up close.
Cape Cross Seal Reserve is home to one of the largest Cape Fur Seal colonies in the world, named after the stone cross initially erected by the Portuguese explorer, Diogo Cão in 1486.
Check out the Swakopmund Skydiving Club at Swakopmund Airport and see if you can try this awesome activity!

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