EXPLORE HENTIES BAY
& THE COAST
YOUR COASTAL ADVENTURE STARTS HERE
Henties Bay is the kind of place where you can do as much or as little as you like. Spend the morning fishing from the beach, explore the coastline, head into the desert for an adventure or simply stay home and enjoy a long, lazy family lunch. Beach Villa puts you in the perfect position to experience it all.
SWAKOPMUND
Around 70 km south of Henties Bay, Swakopmund offers a completely different side of the Namibian coast.
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Explore the town's historic architecture, restaurants, galleries and shops, or head into the surrounding dunes for activities such as quad biking and desert adventures.
Desert Explorers – 064 406 090 | info@namibiadesertexplorers.com
WALVIS BAY
Continue south to Walvis Bay for marine experiences, dolphin cruises and excursions into the dramatic Sandwich Harbour.
Mola Mola Safaris/ Catamaran Tours and Dolphin Cruise
Walvis Bay Waterfront
064 205 511 | 081 127 2522 | info@mola-namibia.com
ZEILA SHIPWRECK
Located approximately 14 km south of Henties Bay, the Zeila shipwreck has become one of the area's most recognisable coastal landmarks.
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It's an easy addition to a coastal sightseeing adventure.
DEAD SEA
30 km Nort of Henties Bay on the C34.
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It is a unique man-made salt pan formed by a former Strathmore South Tin Mine excavation. Underground water seeped into the mine, and the high mineral content makes the water extremely salty, allowing people to float easily.​
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Permit is required. You can get a permit at Cape Cross or at Ministry of Environment , Forestry and Tourism offices at Swakopmund.
CAPE CROSS
Travel north along the coast to Cape Cross, home to one of the world's largest breeding colonies of Cape fur seals.
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The drive offers a spectacular introduction to Namibia's wild Atlantic coastline.
BRANDBERG
Brandberg is Namibia’s highest mountain. Situated approximately 30 km northwest of Uis. It is 114 km from Henties Bay on the C35.
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The Brandberg itself host over 1 000 bushmen paintings, scattered across rock shelters and caves. You can visit the White Lady Fock Painting at the Brandberg. To reach the White Lady it is necessary to hike for about 45-60 min over rough terrain.
SPITZKOPPE
The Spitzkoppe is a group of bald granite peaks located between Usakos and Swakopmund in the Namib Desert. The granite is more than 120 million years old.
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It is on the D1918. 1h42 min drive from Henties Bay, 110 km gravel road.
FISHING
Henties Bay is one of Namibia's best-known coastal fishing destinations, attracting anglers looking for Steenbras, Galjoen, Blacktail and various shark species.
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Whether you're an experienced fisherman or simply want to experience fishing on the Namibian coast, the area offers plenty of opportunities.
Fishing Tour Guides:
Wikus Viljoen+264 81 124 3968 | Louise +264 81 453 6324
TOUR GUIDES IN HENTIES BAY
Our expert local tour guides offer private guided tours that unveil hidden gems and scenic locations, to create lasting memories.
Frans Theron
Tour De Frans
+264 81 234 9595
Naude van der Merwe
Desert River Tours
+264 81 856 9157
WELLNESS & NAIL TREATMENTS
IN HENTIES BAY
Visit Madie's Health & Beauty for beauty treatments or Violet at Remedy Nail Salon and pamper yourself.
Madie Geldenhuys
Madie's Health & Beauty
+264 81 357 1606
Violet Geldenhuys
Remedy Nail Salon
+264 81 853 2395