Dolphin Park (Walvis Bay) in Walvis Bay, Walvis Bay: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Water parks and pools in Walvis Bay, Walvis Bay
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Dolphin Park is the best water-based family fun on the Namibian coast. The combination of pools, slides and splash areas keeps children busy for hours, and the braai facilities make it a full-day outing. Expect a lively, sunny, outdoor atmosphere.
What is Dolphin Park (Walvis Bay)?
Dolphin Park is a popular outdoor water park in the coastal belt between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. It has a large main swimming pool, two waterslides, a shallow kiddies pool and sprayers, making it suitable for a range of ages. There are picnic and braai facilities and plenty of space to spread out. It closed for refurbishment in 2013 and reopened in 2014 with new slides, and it remains the closest thing Namibia has to a traditional water park.
Outdoor water recreation; no conservation component.
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- Hot day Best on hot afternoons.
- Weekday Quieter and easier to supervise.
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0–2 years | Good | Kiddies pool and splash area. |
| 3–5 years | Excellent | Core age range for splash pools. |
| 6–9 years | Very good | Waterslides and main pool. |
| 10–12 years | Excellent | Independent swimming. |
| 13+ years | Good | Relaxed pool day. |
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Key details
- Address
- Between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund, Erongo, Namibia, Walvis Bay
- Opening hours
- Daily; confirm seasonal hours
- How long to plan
- Half day
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor water park
- Booking
- Not required
- Payment accepted
- Cash
What to expect when you visit
Waterslides, splash pools, braai facilities
What if...?
The questions every parent asks before booking. Tap to expand.
Is the park suitable for toddlers?
Yes, there is a shallow kiddies pool and splash area.
Do we need to book?
No, walk-ins are usually fine.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Toddler suitability
- Yes, kiddies pool
- Minimum age
- 0
- Facilities
- Pools
- waterslides
- braai
- picnic
- Access and parking
- Paved and grass
- Safety notes
Supervise children in pools
Tickets and costs
- Ages that pay the child rate
- All ages
- Toddler age band
- Yes
- Ticket notes
Entry fee applies; confirm current rates on arrival.
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Waterslides, splash pools, braai
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- On the coastal road between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund
- Prices last checked
- Entry details cross-checked with Coasterpedia and Namibian news reports, October 2026
Plan your visit
- Best time to visit
- Hot afternoons
- Busiest times
- Weekends and school holidays
- How to get there
Between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund; signed.
- By car
- Yes, parking available
- Uber / Bolt estimate
- Taxi
- Public transport
Taxi
- Combine with
- Seal kayaking — marine wildlife
- Dune 7 Adventures — sandboarding
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sun hat
- Change of clothes
- Cash
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Paved and grass areas.
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A coastal water park with pools, slides, splash areas and braai facilities between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Dolphin Park (Walvis Bay) opening hours?
- Daily; confirm seasonal hours. Busiest: Weekends and school holidays.
- Is Dolphin Park (Walvis Bay) suitable for toddlers and young children?
- Minimum age: 0. Supervise children in pools
- How long do you need at Dolphin Park (Walvis Bay)?
- Plan for Half day.
- What payment methods does Dolphin Park (Walvis Bay) accept?
- Dolphin Park (Walvis Bay) accepts Cash.
- Is Dolphin Park (Walvis Bay) accessible, and is there parking?
- Access and parking: Paved and grass.
- What is the best time to visit Dolphin Park (Walvis Bay)?
- Hot afternoons. It is busiest Weekends and school holidays.
- How do you get to Dolphin Park (Walvis Bay)?
- Yes, parking available. Ride-hailing: Taxi. Public transport: Taxi Between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund; signed.
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