Things to do in Swakopmund, Erongo Region: The Best Nature & Parks

June 7, 2021 Deane Carmody

Namibia's largest coastal town is a huge draw for merrymakers and vacationers from all over the globe. This seaside resort showcases its German origins in its European-style colonial architecture, creating a jarring juxtaposition against the landscape of the Namib desert. Sandboard or motorbike the dunes, dine and imbibe in a picturesque restaurant on the waterfront, or just marvel at the unusual birds and plants that populate the region.
Restaurants in Swakopmund

1. Desert Explorers

Erf 1058 Nathaniel Maxuili PO.Box 2428, Swakopmund Namibia +264 64 406 096 [email protected] http://www.namibiadesertexplorers.com/
Excellent
66%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 800 reviews

Desert Explorers

Reviewed By garychequer - Gaborone, Botswana

This is a fantastic way to see the Swakopmund dunes, combining fun and plenty of excitement as well as beautiful scenic views. We are a family of four with teens who all have limited to no experience on quads, but were safety briefed and taught how to ride the terrain with no problem at all. The sand dune body boarding was great fun and the dunes themselves are fantastic for the quad experience. Overall a must do for thrill seekers and fun loving people alike.

2. Sanmilari

Welwitschia Street Swakopmund Indoor Sports Center, Swakopmund Namibia +264 64 404 477 https://www.facebook.com/sanmilari/
Excellent
67%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 6 reviews

Sanmilari

3. Welwitschia Plains

Swakopmund Namibia https://whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/1747/
Excellent
47%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 403 reviews

Welwitschia Plains

Reviewed By 15matjan - Tona, Spain

First of all must get your permit from NWR office, Bismarck street in Swakopmund and self-drive through the desert: lichen fields, moon landscapes, remains of a 19th century war camp, ostriches and the amazing Welwitschias and other desert adapted plants.Interesting experience.

4. Snake Park

5 Libertina Amadhila Street, Swakopmund Namibia +264 64 405 100 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/The-living-desert-snake-park-217539695046936/
Excellent
36%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
6%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 81 reviews

Snake Park

Reviewed By Mot_Kiwi - Kenepuru Sound, New Zealand

Had a great time looking at the various snakes, lizards, tortoise, and terrapin. The owners were very friendly, knowledgeable and were more than happy to share such information. One of the pythons were shedding while we were there and with a little help, changed from a rather shabby, pre shed snake, to the most beautiful iridescent creature. Quite stunning. We were also shown how docile the black mamba really is as the owner picked up the snake and handled it in a very relaxed manner. There were newly hatched terrapins and chameleons hatching. All in all a great experience.

5. National Marin Aquarium of Namibia

Strand Street, Swakopmund Namibia +264 64 410 1214 http://www.namibweb.com/aquarium.htm
Excellent
22%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
36%
Poor
9%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 261 reviews

National Marin Aquarium of Namibia

Reviewed By ninjakitten007 - Auckland Central, New Zealand

It is not the biggest aquarium, but definitely good value. $30 namibian for foreigners and there are lots of local species to see. Definitely worth a visit.

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