This Walvis Bay birding tour is a private full-day outing for birdwatchers, built around one of the most important wetland areas on the southern African coast and the desert that surrounds it.
About This Walvis Bay Birding Tour
Rolling Hills Safaris runs the day for your own group, starting at the Walvis Bay lagoon, where large numbers of flamingos, pelicans and migratory waders gather, and continuing into the surrounding Namib habitats. The pace is set by the birds and the group's interests. A coffee stop with home-baked rusks and muffins, a picnic lunch and drinks including beer, soft drinks and water are included. Photographic equipment, hats and sunscreen are the travellers' own responsibility.
Why Choose This Experience
- Private tour for your own group
- Walvis Bay lagoon and nearby desert habitats
- Pace set around birdwatching
- Coffee stop, picnic lunch and drinks included
What to Expect
Travellers meet at the lagoon parking area opposite the Flamingo Villas Hotel, or use pickup where arranged. The morning concentrates on the lagoon's shorebirds and waterbirds.
Later in the day the guide moves to other habitats around Walvis Bay, with the coffee stop and picnic lunch along the way. Species seen depend on the season and conditions.
Duration
This Walvis Bay birding tour runs for approximately 8 hours. Guiding is offered in German and English, as listed by the operator.
What Is Included
- Snacks: we incl in our tours a short coffee stop with home baked rusks and muffins,and a picnic lunch.also we offer drinks such as beer, sodas water…
What Is Not Included
- photographic equipment, hats and sunscreen
Meeting Point and Pickup
Travellers can either use the operator's pickup service, where their accommodation falls within the pickup area, or meet at the departure point in Walvis Bay. Both options are shown on Viator when booking.
Good to Know
- This is a private tour: only your own group takes part.
- Confirmation is received at the time of booking.
- Bookings are limited to a maximum of 12 travellers per booking.
- Wheelchair accessible.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.
- Specialized infant seats are available.
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Bring binoculars, a camera, a hat and sunscreen; the operator does not supply them.
Cancellation and Booking Information
This listing uses Viator's standard cancellation policy: a full refund applies when cancelling at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time, with no refund for later cancellations or changes. Always confirm current cancellation terms and availability on Viator before booking.
Operator Information
This experience is operated by Rolling Hills Safaris Namibia, an independent operator, not by Namibia Travel Guide. Booking, payment and customer support are handled through Viator; Namibia Travel Guide does not process payments, control availability or manage cancellations for this activity. The photograph shown on this page is an illustrative destination image and does not depict this specific tour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this Walvis Bay birding tour last?
Approximately 8 hours.
Is hotel pickup included?
Pickup is available within the operator's pickup area; travellers can also meet at the departure point instead.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. The operator lists this as a private tour for your group only.
Can I cancel this booking?
Yes, with a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time under Viator's standard policy.
Who operates this experience?
Rolling Hills Safaris Namibia runs the experience, and booking is completed through Viator.
