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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Walvis Bay has to offer.

When to visit Walvis Bay

Walvis Bay in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 88
1 night at 3-star hotel
Walvis Bay in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 88
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Walvis Bay in February, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 19 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is August, when it can get as cold as 11 °C, with an average temperature of 13 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 0 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Walvis Bay, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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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 centre

Plane

When flying to Walvis Bay, you’ll arrive at Walvis Bay Rooikop (WVB), which is located 9 miles from the city centre

Airports near Walvis Bay

Airlines serving Walvis Bay

British Airways
Good (6,824 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,965 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,752 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (821 reviews)

Where to stay in Walvis Bay

Average rates range from around C$ 93 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 887 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Walvis Bay

Most booked hotels in Walvis Bay

Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay
4 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
C$ 124+

Renting a car in Walvis Bay

Expect to pay C$ 1.67 per litre 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 C$ 20.01 and C$ 26.68. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Walvis Bay, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 1.67 per litre 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 C$ 20.01 and C$ 26.68. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Walvis Bay, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

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