Park & nature
Bird Island (Namibia)
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Bird Island is an artificial guano platform constructed in Walvis Bay Lagoon to attract seabirds for guano harvesting. Today, it functions as a crucial bird sanctuary, hosting large colonies of cormorants, pelicans, and terns. Visitors can observe thousands of birds from the shore or on boat tours, with the platform's stark white appearance contrasting against the blue lagoon. The site is a key stop for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts exploring Namibia's coastal ecosystems.
Don't miss
- Observe large colonies of cormorants, pelicans, and terns from the shore or boat tours.
- Photograph the stark white guano platform against the blue lagoon waters.
- Spot flamingos and other wading birds in the surrounding lagoon.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Bird Island (Namibia)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inMarine Dolphin Seal Cruise4.8★ · 44 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$87 per personSee dates →
Most bookedPelican Point Kayaking Half-Day Tour4.9★ · 357 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$91 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleNamib Desert Landscape Tour5★ · 28 travelers~7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$219 per personSee dates →More attractions in Walvis Bay