Overview
Set in Namibia, Walvis Bay is a town.
It is home to around 74,000 people.
On the map it sits in Africa, in the southern hemisphere.
Walvis Bay International Airport (WVB) is the closest airport, roughly 13 km away.
Key facts
| Country | Namibia |
|---|---|
| Population | 73,598 |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek |
| Nearest airport | Walvis Bay International Airport (WVB), 13 km |
| Currency | NAD |
Where Walvis Bay is
Walvis Bay sits in Namibia, in the southern part of Africa.
Swakopmund lies about 31 km to the north.
Getting there
The usual way in is to fly. Your nearest airport is Walvis Bay International Airport (WVB), roughly 13 km away.
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Find flights to Walvis Bay →arrives WVB (13.2 km away)
Getting around
The town is easy to cover on foot, with taxis handy for longer hops or reaching nearby spots. If you drive, remember traffic here keeps to the left.
Best time to visit
The climate here is broadly tropical (southern hemisphere): hot for much of the year with a distinct wet season; the cooler, drier window is the most comfortable time to travel.
Reasons to visit
A few reasons Walvis Bay is worth your time: a handy base for the surrounding area, with several places within day-trip reach; straightforward access by air through WVB.
Day trips & nearby
For day trips, several places sit within easy reach: Swakopmund (31 km to the north).
Good to know
The currency is the NAD (Dollar).
The main language spoken is English.
Clocks run on Africa/Windhoek time.
Traffic drives on the left.
How long to stay
For a first visit, allow 3–5 days to see the main sights at a comfortable pace.
Where to stay in Walvis Bay
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Getting around Walvis Bay
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Common questions
- What is the nearest airport to Walvis Bay?
- Walvis Bay International Airport (WVB) is the closest airport, about 13 km away.
- When is the best time to visit Walvis Bay?
- The drier season is generally the most comfortable time to visit.
- What is near Walvis Bay?
- Swakopmund is one of the closest places, about 31 km away, with others within day-trip range.
- Which country is Walvis Bay in?
- Walvis Bay is in Namibia.
On the map
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Sources & method
- GeoNames — population · retrieved 2026-08-18
- OurAirports (derived) — nearestAirports · retrieved 2026-08-18
- Imagery — Wikimedia Commons
Data compiled 2026-08-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.