Gertruida’s guidebook to Swakopmund
Eateries
All things food
Jetty 1905 Restaurant
1905 On the Jetty BridgeGo dine during sunset to view the dance of light over the glistening ocean surface.
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The Wreck Restaurant
1 StintGo dine during sunset to view the dance of light over the glistening ocean surface.
The Tug Restaurant
Kücki's Pub
Tobias HainyekoGreat meals, fantastic Seafood.
Brewer & Butcher
For nice meals and great beers.
Village Cafe
Coffee shop - great for light meals.
At Two Beards & A Saint you will find the best coffees - a coffee lover's must!
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Two Beards
5 EinsteinAt Two Beards & A Saint you will find the best coffees - a coffee lover's must!
Sit near the glass windows and watch the ocean whilst enjoying great food and drink. A must visit!
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Tiger Reef Beach Bar & Grill
Sit near the glass windows and watch the ocean whilst enjoying great food and drink. A must visit!
Street Parking at Ankerplat Restaurant is Walking-distance from City Centre and close to the ocean. Serves alcohol, wine and beer. Make reservations for specific seating.
Ankerplatz Restaurant and wine bar
Street Parking at Ankerplat Restaurant is Walking-distance from City Centre and close to the ocean. Serves alcohol, wine and beer. Make reservations for specific seating.
Sightseeing
Goanikontes is a stunning resort and camp situated in the lunar landscape of Namibia, amid the Namib Naukluft and Dorob National Parks. There is an on-site restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch. Phone them for enquiries.
Goanikontes Restaurant
D1991Goanikontes is a stunning resort and camp situated in the lunar landscape of Namibia, amid the Namib Naukluft and Dorob National Parks. There is an on-site restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch. Phone them for enquiries.
Want to see flamingos in Walvis Bay?
The best time to see flamingos and other coastal birds at Walvis Bay is during peak season, from December to March.
Lagoon, Walvis Bay, Namibia
Want to see flamingos in Walvis Bay?
The best time to see flamingos and other coastal birds at Walvis Bay is during peak season, from December to March.
Shopping
For shopping in a proper mall, we recommend Dunes Mall in Walvis Bay.
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Dunes Mall
For shopping in a proper mall, we recommend Dunes Mall in Walvis Bay.
Consejos para la ciudad
Costumbres y cultura
Tipping
In Namibia it is a custom to tip at restaurants, usually ten percent
of the total bill.
Qué empacar
Pack right for Swakopmund
Swakopmund can have 3 seasons in one day. Pack for summer and winter, although it does not snow in Namibia - it can become chilly, even in the summer.
Frases útiles
Useful phrases
When something is "lekker", it tastes really well or is nice. "The food was really lekker" - is a good example. This is an Afrikaans word taken over by the English speaking people too.
Reserva antes de ir
Book for Restaurants
We recommend you book for your restaurant of choice in advance in Swakopmund and Walvis Bay, not to end up disappointed.