Sandwich Harbour- Guided Self-Drive Tour from Walvis Bay provided by Red Dune Safaris
Sandwich Harbour- Guided Self-Drive Tour from Walvis Bay
Sandwich Harbour- Guided Self-Drive Tour from Walvis Bay
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Duration:
5h
Group size:
10
Ticket type:
Mobile
Free cancellation
- Duration:5h
- Group size:10
- Ticket type:Mobile
- Free cancellation
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- Duration: 5h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Cancellation policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Available languages
English
What to expect
Know before you go
- Duration: 5h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Available languages
English
Cancellation policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
What to expect
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Important information
Inclusions
- National Park fees
- Two Way radios for commucation
- Recovery equipment
- Guide
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Vehicle
- Vehicle insurance ( if a rental vehicle is used,please confirm that it allow sand and sand dunes driving)
- Vehicle insurance (if private owned vehicle, please confirm that it allows sand and sand dune driving)
- Personal insurance
- Fuel (diesel/petrol)
- Travel insurance
- Food and drinks
Duration
5h
Departure details
- Flamingo Villas Boutique Hotel, Walvis Bay, Namibia Meet us in the parking area accross the road from the hotel.
Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Driver is responsible for his/her own insurance cover and need to have a four wheel drive vehicle( 4×4)
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Inclusions
- National Park fees
- Two Way radios for commucation
- Recovery equipment
- Guide
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Vehicle
- Vehicle insurance ( if a rental vehicle is used,please confirm that it allow sand and sand dunes driving)
- Vehicle insurance (if private owned vehicle, please confirm that it allows sand and sand dune driving)
- Personal insurance
- Fuel (diesel/petrol)
- Travel insurance
- Food and drinks
Departure details
- Flamingo Villas Boutique Hotel, Walvis Bay, Namibia Meet us in the parking area accross the road from the hotel.
Duration
5h
Return details
- Returns to original departure point
Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Driver is responsible for his/her own insurance cover and need to have a four wheel drive vehicle( 4×4)
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Itinerary
- You'll start atFlamingo Villas Boutique HotelWalvis Bay, NamibiaMeet us in the parking area accross the road from the hotel.See address & details
- 1Namib-Naukluft ParkStop: 3 hoursWe visit Africa's largest national park to explore some of the beauty that it holds.Read more
- You'll return to the starting point
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Olivier Genix
1 contribution
Amazing driving experience in a wonderful landscape of dunes and seashore populated of flamingos, sea lions and jackals. Very diversified Tour of 6 hours
Jacques was an excellent guide and skilled driver who trained us to drive up and down the dunes like in a rollercoaster. The area is restricted and requires a permit. Since Jacques is one of the lucky person on earth holding a permit, we could go to very protected places safely. The tour was full day, ad Jacques even extended1 extra hour.
Our 2 teens loved the experience as well and would do it again anytime. We ill surely come back
We highly recommend you this Self-drive tour, you will be taught technics to get out of sand when your car is stuck :-)
Jacques was an excellent guide and skilled driver who trained us to drive up and down the dunes like in a rollercoaster. The area is restricted and requires a permit. Since Jacques is one of the lucky person on earth holding a permit, we could go to very protected places safely. The tour was full day, ad Jacques even extended1 extra hour.
Our 2 teens loved the experience as well and would do it again anytime. We ill surely come back
We highly recommend you this Self-drive tour, you will be taught technics to get out of sand when your car is stuck :-)
Written July 29, 2021
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JP K
Dear fellow adventurers,
Firstly, THANK YOU for booking your adventure with us and SECONDLY, THANK YOU for writing this review!
We really appreciate your kind words and lovely comments about your experience. It was our pleasure to show you our beautiful desert.
Stay safe and see you next time for more adventures in Namibia :)
Kind regards
Jacques & J.P
Written July 29, 2021
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tvotran
Cape Town, South Africa4 contributions
I was traveling to Namibia alone and it was difficult to find a tour. Communication from JP was very good and he was very accommodating in trying to help me find a tour as a solo traveler which I appreciated. I was able to join a couple who were on a self-guided driving tour of the dunes and sandwich harbour. Jacques and Rammie were great guide/driver. They were very knowledgeable, professional, and fun. Rammie who was instructing the couple doing the self driving through walkie talkie was very clear and patience with the instructions and making them feel comfortable driving on the sand. The drive out there was long and a bit bumpy cause of the sand but the views were amazing. If you can't make it to skeleton coast, this is a great alternative because here you drive along the shore with the dunes dropping into the ocean. I was scared driving on the dunes would be like a roller coaster, but when driving down a dune they go slow so it's reallly fun! The tour exceeded my expectations and the landscape was amazing! I would definitely recommend Red Dune Safaris and this tour. Thank you for an amazing experience!
Written October 27, 2021
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JP K
Good morning Tien!
Thank you so much for making the time to write this detailed review of our services, we really appreciate it :)
We are very happy to know that you enjoyed our tour and both Jacques and Rammie said they had a good day together with you.
We wish you many happy travels and let us know if you visit Walvis Bay again, so we can plan another tour for you :)
Kind regards,
JP, Jacques & Rammie
Written October 28, 2021
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nathan l
2 contributions
Couples
My wife and I did a half day guided self drive from walvis bay to sandwich harbour. We drove on the beach, and then back in the dunes.
It was an amazing experience. First because the landscape is just wonderful, with the dunes falling into the ocean. Second because JP and Jacques are very professional. I had never driven in the sand before, and I felt very safe. They assisted me all the time with patience and care. And third of all the tour is very well organized by theses brothers: warm welcome, clear explanation of the game plan, ongoing assistance, explanation along the way, photo stops.
We have been delighted by this experience and would recommend to any person going to swakopmund / walvis bay to go on a self drive tour with JP and Jacques. It’s a MUST DO activity
It was an amazing experience. First because the landscape is just wonderful, with the dunes falling into the ocean. Second because JP and Jacques are very professional. I had never driven in the sand before, and I felt very safe. They assisted me all the time with patience and care. And third of all the tour is very well organized by theses brothers: warm welcome, clear explanation of the game plan, ongoing assistance, explanation along the way, photo stops.
We have been delighted by this experience and would recommend to any person going to swakopmund / walvis bay to go on a self drive tour with JP and Jacques. It’s a MUST DO activity
Written April 23, 2021
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Red_Dune_Safari_Nam
Hello Nathan and Dorothea!
Firstly, thank you for choosing to book your adventure with us, we are very grateful for the business :)
Secondly, thank you for the fantastic day in the dunes, you drove like professionals and we had a great time talking with you two.
Thirdly, thank you so much for making time to write this review, it will definately help us as well as future travellers- thank you!
Enjoy the rest of your holiday in Namibia.
See you next time in the dunes
Regards and best wishes
JP & Jacques
Written April 23, 2021
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king-of-afterbang
5 contributions
If you want to reach Sandwich Harbour driving your own vehicle but don't want to lose it in the ocean or roll it in the dunes, Red Dune is the solution you're looking for.
Our guide Jacques was fantastic, always giving precious tips on how to manage difficulties, and sharing its knowledge on the environment and its history with passion.
It's definitely the perfect way to have fun without compromising on safety.
Our guide Jacques was fantastic, always giving precious tips on how to manage difficulties, and sharing its knowledge on the environment and its history with passion.
It's definitely the perfect way to have fun without compromising on safety.
Written November 11, 2021
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JP K
Hello Mathieu,
Firstly thanks so much for booking your tour with us, and secondly thank you for the awesome review! It was a pleasure to meet and guide you. Enjoy the rest of your travels through Namibia, and hope to see you next time!
Kind regards
JP & Jacques
Written November 13, 2021
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Holger E
1 contribution
amazing experience. great guide. good vibes!
i can only recommend the guys from Red Dune Safaris.
our guide not only taught me how to drive in the dunes, he was also very sophisticated about history, nature and animals in the area and answered all my questions during the tour.
5/5 stars
i can only recommend the guys from Red Dune Safaris.
our guide not only taught me how to drive in the dunes, he was also very sophisticated about history, nature and animals in the area and answered all my questions during the tour.
5/5 stars
Written March 18, 2021
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Red_Dune_Safari_Nam
Dear Martin,
It was a pleasure to assist you and to show you our beautiful desert. Thank you for booking your tour with us and also for writing this great review!
We hope to see you next time when you are in Namibia, for more dune driving fun!
Kind regards
JP and Jacques
Written March 20, 2021
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romy
Cologne, Germany3 contributions
Solo
I did a private tour with Jacques to Sandwich Harbour and it was a real highlight!! The landscape itself is absolutely amazing, a must-see in Swakop! I could really take my time with taking pictures, he explained everything very well and was keen on spotting all of the animals there (jackals, springboks, geckos, seals). We didn't see anybody else there, it was really special. We spent one hour longer than was booked in the desert which was great. Thanks for the unique tour, would definitely do it again! :)
Written February 14, 2021
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Red_Dune_Safari_Nam
Hi Romy,
Thank you so much for booking your adventure with us, thank you also for writing this great review, it will definately help us as well as others who are considering this tour. We are glad that you had a great time in the desert and will welcome you back anytime :)
'Till next time,
Regards
JP & Jacques
Written February 16, 2021
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marina k
5 contributions
Couples
It was longer than the announced half day - and felt like a welcomingly full day spent in high dunes next to the ocean. We came home full of memories and experiences, salty air, and amazing views wherever we stopped and looked. Jacques took us to fantastic places and was generous with his comments about the place and its history. The day was truly brilliant thanks to him.
Written January 23, 2021
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Red_Dune_Safari_Nam
Good morning Marina!
Thank you for booking your tour with us and for writing this great review! We truly appreciate it.
See you nect time ine the dunes :)
Kind regards
JP & Jacques
Written February 7, 2021
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Steve W
Cape Town, South Africa2 contributions
A really great day out! The tides made it a bit marginal, but it was a real adrenaline rush! Stunning scenery along the coast and to the harbour, and driving over the massive dunes was intimidating and a test of nerves. We never thought our car could get up and down dunes that steep.
But JP looked after us very well and gave us a brilliant day to remember.
But JP looked after us very well and gave us a brilliant day to remember.
Written May 14, 2020
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Red_Dune_Safari_Nam
Hi Freeb00ter!
Thank you for choosing Red Dune as your supplier f adventure! We enjoy self drives just as much as our clients, because we never now what to expect from either the client or their vehicle capabilities, but I had a great day with you guys, thank you :)
See you next time that you visit Namibia, in the meantime, stay well and stay safe,
Kind regards
JP
Written May 15, 2020
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Rob G
Woonona, Australia37 contributions
Our trip with Jacques was fantastic and provided my wife and I with some great driving experiences in a wide variety of soft sand conditions. Doing this together with Jacques who was accompanying us in his own vehicle gave us the confidence to tackle some challenging climbs and descents. Jacques had the knowledge to give us valuable advice via the two way radios as we followed him along a route that we would never have tackled without this guidance. The scenery was amazing and Sandwich Harbour was a big surprise after the vast expanse of desolate dunes that surround it. I would definitely recommend this trip to any 4x4 enthusiast and nature lover. Jacques had all the recovery equipment and expertise that could be needed if anything went wrong so that this was an experience that could be enjoyed with very low risk.
Written September 29, 2019
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Hi Rob!
Thank you for booking your adventure with us! We had a great day in the desert with you, you and Janett did really well in the dunes!
Do call us again for another adventure in Namibia.
Kind regards
JP & Jacques Koch
Written October 6, 2019
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Dino W
Canton of Zurich, Switzerland1,249 contributions
Couples
To say it straight away: even if you are an experienced off-road-driver, in a Land Cruiser the risk of getting stuck is very high (after having tackled the first small dune in first(!) gear!). Else, Red Dune Safaris with our guide JP provided a highly enjoyable tour to Sandwich Harbour, told us plenty of interesting facts about the region and even expanded the tour to a nice viewpoint of the Skeleton Coast.
Written August 9, 2018
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Dear Dino and Yvonne,
Thanks so much for taking the time to write this review.
I had a great time with you guys, inspite of getting stuck, it was an adventure!
See you next time in Nam!
Kind regards
JP
Written August 13, 2018
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