Cruise Liner Special: Swakopmund Historical City Tour
Overview
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Swakopmund is full of surprises! On this city tour, you’ll wander through streets dotted with colonial-style buildings, take in panoramic ocean views from the famous Jetty, and get a taste of the town’s rich culture. It’s a perfect way to see the highlights and enjoy some stunning views along the way! This tour will also take you past the Flamingos and Pink Salt lakes in Walvis Bay. There will be a little time shopping.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
please note all Cruise Liner passengers, your tour pick up time starts an hour after you have docked. The tour will depart latest an hour and a half after the pick up time. Late comers are considered a no show
We need two passengers to start this tour.
Should this tour not start we offer another time slot, another tour or full refund
What To Expect
Hohenzollernhaus
Hohenzollernhaus is an iconic historical landmark located in the heart of Swakopmund, Namibia. This stunning building, which showcases a blend of German colonial architecture and local influences, is a must-visit for any history enthusiast or traveler seeking to understand the unique cultural heritage of the region. Originally constructed in the late 19th century, Hohenzollernhaus has witnessed the evolution of Swakopmund from a bustling harbor town to a vibrant tourist destination. Its intricate design and charming facades make it a popular spot for photography, allowing visitors to capture the essence of this coastal city.
Swakopmund Jetty
The Swakopmund Jetty is a historic, 245-meter-long wooden structure extending into the Atlantic Ocean, offering stunning views of the sea and the city, and is a popular spot for fishermen, photographers, and those seeking a scenic walk
Options
Cruise Liner Special: Swakopmund Historical City Tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Jackets
wind breaker
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
18 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A personal tour with...
TimothyJohn B,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A personal tour with another couple and the guide. Interesting journey to the town on excellent roads through dunes area. The town has some fascinating old buildings and also a surprising number of luxury shops. On the way back we visited the salt pans and saw flamingos in the distance and a couple of pelicans by the side of the road. The guide was very informative and personable.
Namibia experience
Felicity M,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Four in a car and a fabulous guide. Guide took us to out of the way places and showed us all aspects of his country.
Wonderful tour and fantastic tour guide
Chris W,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Riaan our tour guide was amazing- friendly, insightful and generous with his humour and attention. He made the tour our highlight of visiting Namibia. Swakopmund is an interesting place, with German architecture and culture overlaid with modern Namibian life. The dunes, flamingoes and beautiful water setting were also great to see. There are few places like it in the world and it is well worth a visit. Can highly recommend this tour!
Excellent tour great guide quite flexible
Arthur B,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Exceptional tour Ludwig was a great guide. His English was quite good explained a lot of things as we drove, was able to make personalized stops. Return to the ship at the time specified if we’re here on another cruise, we would gladly take the same tour.
This was a very good...
petethesculptor,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a very good experience if you want to learn about Namibia and get a brief overview of what is around Walvis Bay. The pick up at the cruise terminal was a little muddled as the guide we had been told to look out for wasn't the one we went with. We started off with another guide, changed and were then told we were doing a different tour. However, on a further check, this was rectified and we were really happy with the tour. Vincent is a wonderful young man who is passionate about his hometown and is a great ambassador for Namibia. We had a fabulous few hours and were very fortunate with our travelling companions. Thank you Vincent, and thank you too to Martina & John.
We had a great tour by...
JennyandPaul A,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great tour by Riann, a fabulous local guide who told us all.about the history of Swakopmund. We walked, talked, took pictures and soaked in as much as we could on our tour. Thank you Riann!
Warren was great fun and knowledgeable too!
Maggie M,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Warren was our guide and he was remarkable. Spoke perfect English answered every question, was very knowledgeable and professional. We saw all of the things mentioned on the tour. No pressure to rush. He was such a wonderful ambassador for his nation and his employer. Would book with him again in a heart beat.
Great tour
didier c,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoy our visit with Vicente. Nevertheless, it would be appreciated if the tour provides also a little free time in the city, 20 or 30 mn.
Well worth time & money.
Anne H,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great small group with a terrific driver/guide Andrew. Saw all the sites on the itinerary, plus a stop at some great street art.
Swakopmund Tour
Eleanor T,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great trip with Riaan who went the extra mile to make sure myself and my parents enjoyed our tour. We loved seeing the beautiful Art Nouveau buildings. His pride and enthusiasm for his home town were clear. We had a fabulous time and left with memories that will last a lifetime. The tour was very well organised. Riaan messaged the day before to introduce himself and picked us up straight from the cruise pier the morning of the tour. He was happy to give us extra time for shopping and to tailor the tour so my parents didn’t have to walk too far in one go.
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