Things to do in Skeleton Coast National Park
Discover the best attractions and experiences Skeleton Coast National Park has to offer
Historic Monuments
Explore remnants and landmarks that chronicle the Skeleton Coast’s maritime and coastal history.
Cape Cross Lighthouse
A historic lighthouse near Cape Cross that guarded mariners and became a coastal landmark.
Skeleton Coast Shipwrecks
Rusting hulls and bleached timbers line the beaches, telling tales of ships lost along the perilous coast.
MV Dunedin Star wreck
The famous Dunedin Star wreck symbolizing the region’s maritime past and rugged shoreline.
Museums
No dedicated museums within the Skeleton Coast National Park region, but nearby towns offer Namibian heritage exhibits.
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Religious Monuments
Religious structures are scarce in this remote coast, preserving the wild landscape as the main draw.
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National & Theme Parks
Namibia’s coastal protected areas showcase dramatic desert-dune scenery meeting the Atlantic Ocean.
Skeleton Coast National Park
A remote wilderness where desert meets sea, home to desert-adapted wildlife and dramatic coastlines.
Dorob National Park
Coastal protected area preserving dunes, cliffs and expansive coastal plains along the Skeleton Coast.
Cape Cross Seal Reserve
One of the world’s largest Cape fur seal colonies with viewing platforms and dramatic coastal scenery.
Neighborhoods
The Skeleton Coast region is sparsely inhabited; most experiences are lodge- or park-based rather than urban neighborhoods.
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Free Things to Do
Enjoy the raw beauty of the coast with simple, no-cost activities that connect you with the landscape.
Beachcombing along Skeleton Coast beaches
Walk the desolate shorelines where the sea meets the dunes and scan for shells and driftwood.
Cape Cross Seal Reserve viewing from designated viewpoints
Observe thousands of seals from safe, official overlooks with minimal effort.
Stargazing under Namibian night skies
Experience crystal-clear skies far from city lights, perfect for stargazing.
Gastronomy
Coastal lodge dining offers Namibian flavors and desert-inspired dining experiences.
Shipwreck Lodge
Dine at a lodge famed for meals paired with views of shipwrecks along the coast.
Cape Cross Lodge
Coastal cuisine with ocean views at a lodge near the seal reserve.
Hoanib Camp
Gourmet bush cuisine served in a desert setting with wildlife theatre nearby.
Nightlife
In these remote lodges, nightlife is low-key, focusing on fireside chats and starlit evenings.
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Entertainment
Specialist experiences are lodge-led, from wildlife talks to stargazing sessions.
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Sports
Occasional adventure activities are offered by lodges, typical of a remote desert coast setting.
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Off the Track
For the adventurous, these signature journeys reveal the Skeleton Coast’s epic isolation and beauty.
Scenic flight over Skeleton Coast
Soar above sea cliffs, dunes and shipwrecks for a perspective from the air.
Hoanib Valley 4x4 Desert Safari
Traverse remote valleys and dunes in search of desert wildlife and dramatic scenery.
Guided dune walk along the Skeleton Coast
Learn about desert ecology and track wildlife on foot with a knowledgeable guide.