8 days in Swakopmund Itinerary

Nestled on Namibia's Atlantic coast and surrounded by the sand dunes of the vast Namib Desert, the resort town of Swakopmund enchants visitors with its distinct German colonial architecture and pleasant climate.

Visiting Safaris and Off-Road Tours will get you outdoors. Kids will appreciate attractions like National Marin Aquarium of Namibia and Long Beach Leisure Park. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Swakopmund: Spitzkoppe (in Damaraland), Gobabeb Desert Research Station (in Gobabeb) and Walvis Bay (Kayaking & Canoeing & Dolphin & Whale Watching). There's lots more to do: take a leisurely stroll along Swakopmund Jetty, stop by Die Muschel, see the interesting displays at Swakopmund Museum, and admire the striking features of Hohenzollernhaus.

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In December in Swakopmund, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can travel back home.