Pelican Point Kayaking: Half-Day Guided Tour in Seal Colony

This excursion allows you to kayak in the presence of a permanent seal colony located at the extremity of the Pelican Point Peninsula, approximately 35 km away from Walvis Bay.

Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Paaltjies Parking Area - Join us on our tandem kayaks at Pelican Point and explore our local seal colony of over 20000 seals. We stay on the protected side of the peninsula, the activity is perfectly save and does not require you to be fit. The focus is on sight seeing and interacting with our playful seals.
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Bottled water
  • Breakfast
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Vegetarian or vegan option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Location
Anchors Waterfront Restaurant
Please meet us at 8h00 in our office above the Jettyshoppe at the Walvis Bay Waterfront. Thank you.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Rebus2008
May 26, 2025
Experience of a lifetime - One of the most amazing experiences of my life. The team at Pelican Point Kayaking are 2nd to none. Our guide SJ regaled us with tales of growing up in Namibia but conveniently stopped along the way to point out interesting places and any wildlife such as the black backed jackal eating on the sand (SJ is worth more money). Once in the water, it was incredible! Hopefully the photos do it justice. All topped of with hot tea/coffee and sandwiches back on the beach. I can thoroughly recommend Pelican Point Kayaking for the experience of a lifetime. I would definitely do this again and again!
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Lisa_p
May 26, 2025
The best way to spend a morning! - Sooooooo manyyyyyyy seals - even if you’ve seen seals or been in the water with them…..not this many! We were on a cruise and the company had good communication, transport and timing. SJ was a wealth of info and v interesting chap himself - ask him questions should you be lucky enough to have him as your driver! The experience was priceless. I’m coming back as a walvis bay Namibian seal if there is reincarnation cause it’s all about playing eating and sleeping :)
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Vanessa_l
May 26, 2025
Great fun with the seals - We had a great time. Our guide SJ came to the cruise port to pick us up and took us to the office very close to the cruise port. If you are being picked up at the cruise port, make sure you cross the bridge then WALK 200 meters to the small yellow gate by the very long fence to meet them as they cannot come in to the parking lot by the bridge. From the office SJ drove us and the kayaks to the point, the last section of the drive was on sand and it was Super fun. SJ talked to us about life in Namibia and near the sand dunes. At the point he unloaded all the kayaks and did all the work to keep us comfortable, we basically got on the kayaks on sand and he pushed us out so we don’t get wet. We were given pants and shirts to help with sun protection, as well as life vest. And kayaking with the seals was so fun. They were all around us splashing and frolicking. They were so close and kept on following the kayaks. We had a great time and would highly recommend this tour for your outing. The hot tea and coffee and lunch were very welcoming after the few cold splashes in the water
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Danny
May 24, 2025
Great experience! - And lovely morning. This one flew by. These seals are so cute. You're sailing in between! And SJ was a fine guide who was open to questions. Recommended!
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Mark
May 24, 2025
Fascinating tour - this was awesome! Our Guide SJ did a great job. We learned a lot about the area and felt safe and supported throughout the trip. The close encounter with the seals is fascinating. I would strongly recommend this tour as well as the guide SJ to anyone.
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Nadjasz8933bz
May 23, 2025
Must do in Swakopmund - Excellent tour! As a self-drive driver we could drive our 4x4 car across the beach to the starting point of the paddle tour. SJ, our guide, had given us some useful tips on this and was able to help us with a problem with one of our tires. Arriving at the start, the seals were immediately on hand and curiously looked into the boats. Those who love animals will find an unforgettable experience here. Thanks to SJ for the great support and we wish him all the best in Indonesia.
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Ginary3956vm
May 19, 2025
Great Experience - It was a great experience! the weather was amazing and the seals where so cute and playful. We got to see some dolphins as well. SJ was a great guide and very informative. I would love to go again.
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K7151giellag
Apr 22, 2025
AMAZING DAY!!!! - This was probably the most amazing excursion I have ever been on — such a close experience with beautiful wildlife and SJ even rescued a seal trapped in rope. He was so knowledgeable and I felt very looked after! And a great lunch after the kayaking. Best day ever 🙌
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Charlesml1345fp
Apr 22, 2025
Sea lions in Walvis Bay - We had a great time in the middle of sea lions, some of which even climbed on the kayak! The experience is quite fascinating. Our guide, S.J., was very friendly and explained the way of life of these animals. We recommend!
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Juliahd2454oi
Apr 18, 2025
Kayaking with Schalk Super Experience - We had half a day of kayaking in Pelicanbay with Schalk within a trip with for Family Reisen. Very well organized, everything worked out well! It was not sunny and the pelicans were busy away at the time of year. Nevertheless, the kayaking was a great experience. We got rain gear and life jackets, as well as an introduction on how to paddle or handle the seals. Schalk was watching in the water to see if everyone could cope. Afterwards there were sandwiches, muffins and drinks. We were very pleased and the seal kids so close to experience themselves was great! Schalk was a very enthusiastic and responsible guide. Thank you for the special experience!
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).