Swakopmund
Swakopmund is the biggest coastal town in Namibia. It is a popular beach resort for tourists as well as locals. Beautiful old German Colonial buildings are the testimony of the city’s German origins.
It makes a stark contrast with the Namib Desert at the edge of town. Swakopmund is a perfect base for exploring the coast, from taking boat and kayaking trips from Walvis Bay to spot the abundant marine life of the Atlantic Ocean to going birdwatching at Sandwich Harbour further south. It’s also a centre for adventure activities – it’s easy to fill several days with adrenaline-pumping fun. Take your pick from sandboarding down the huge dunes just outside of town, quad biking in the desert or sky diving.
