Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Walvis Bay travel guide

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You're Going to Love Walvis Bay

With a population of 52,058, Walvis Bay is the largest city in Erongo, Namibia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Walvis Bay deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Walvis Bay

Walvis Bay in August
Estimated hotel price
$30
1 night at 3-star hotel
Walvis Bay in August
Estimated hotel price
$30
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Walvis Bay in February, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 66.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is August, when it can get as cold as 51.8 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 0″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Walvis Bay, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Walvis Bay

Plane

When flying to Walvis Bay, you’ll arrive at Walvis Bay Rooikop (WVB), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Walvis Bay from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 40h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Walvis Bay is to pick up a car rental from Windhoek, which is about 165 miles from Walvis Bay. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Sixt, among others, in Windhoek.

Plane

When flying to Walvis Bay, you’ll arrive at Walvis Bay Rooikop (WVB), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Walvis Bay from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 40h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Walvis Bay is to pick up a car rental from Windhoek, which is about 165 miles from Walvis Bay. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Sixt, among others, in Windhoek.

Airports near Walvis Bay

WVBWalvis Bay Rooikop

Airlines serving Walvis Bay

KLM
Good (1,450 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,721 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,867 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,259 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,514 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (988 reviews)
Airlink
Excellent (83 reviews)

Where to stay in Walvis Bay

Average rates range from around $84 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $30 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Walvis Bay

Most booked hotels in Walvis Bay

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Sunflower Self-Catering
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 249 reviews)
$47+
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Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Indongo
3 stars
Excellent (8, 91 reviews)
$100+
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Iris Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.8, 286 reviews)
$89+
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Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay
3 stars
Good (7.6, 342 reviews)
$120+
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Renting a car in Walvis Bay

Renting a car in Walvis Bay costs $129 per day, on average, or $258 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 47% more expensive than at Walvis Bay Rooikop.

Expect to pay $4.88 per gallon in Walvis Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $58.60 and $78.13. Full-size (Toyota Fortuner or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Walvis Bay, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Walvis Bay costs $129 per day, on average, or $258 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 47% more expensive than at Walvis Bay Rooikop.

Expect to pay $4.88 per gallon in Walvis Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $58.60 and $78.13. Full-size (Toyota Fortuner or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Walvis Bay, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.

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