Dolphin & Seal Safari
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Port
Walvis Bay, Namibia
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$229.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Take a short drive from the harbor to the jetty and board an open speed boat and catamarans for a two- to three-hour cruise on the Walvis Bay Lagoon. The water here is usually very calm and abounds with bird and marine life.
The boat cuts across the lagoon so you can see the moored Russian trawlers, where inquisitive seals will swim up to the boat for something to eat. You will have the opportunity to feed fish to these playful animals.
Continue to Pelican Point, home to a large seal colony and schools of Heaviside and bottlenose dolphins, who delight in swimming alongside the boat.
Bird-lovers will see flamingos (seasonal), pelicans and cormorants, and perhaps even white-chinned and Wilson's storm petrels, Cape gannets and black oystercatchers.
To round off the trip, sparkling wine and fresh oysters, soft drinks and a selection of open sandwiches are served.
Return to the jetty and transfer back to the ship.
Notes:
It is essential that you wear layered clothing in order to fully enjoy and participate in this excursion. Outer layer should be waterproof and windproof. Wear sunglasses and sunscreen. Bring a warm hat. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed. Namibia is a developing country and, although visiting here is a rewarding experience, it differs markedly from South Africa in all respects. Although basic, transportation is maintained, but the quality can vary considerably. Driving through the desert and dusty roads of Namibia means that vehicles need regular servicing, which can affect the availability. Coaches are very limited and are of a much lower standard than in South Africa; soft refurbishments do not occur on a regular basis. The vehicles are specially built for durability and stepping up into them is higher than a standard coach. There is no formal guiding qualification required for Namibia and, in order to support the local community, the tour operator uses local guides. Many of these guides have had prior experience in guiding for visiting cruise ships but some have not. Your guide will do his/her best, but please keep in mind that the limited tourism infrastructure here is part of your experience, and bear with any language or other difficulties he/she may encounter. Road conditions are weather dependent. Many roads are paved, but potholes are ever-present. There are also a number of bumpy dirt roads, which will be navigated carefully. All timings are approximate, as the local traffic will have a direct influence on the overall schedule. Delays are to be expected. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour due to changes in weather, road or access conditions.