Located on Walvis Bay's beautiful Lagoon, Oyster Box Guesthouse offers 12 rooms of classic comfort for holiday tourists, business people, families, and water sports enthusiasts.
The Lagoon is a RAMSAR site and indeed the most important coastal wetland in southern Africa. It is home to a large numbers of resident species and way station for African and Palearctic migrant birds. It is also famous for its thousands of Lesser and Greater Flamingo, and has been listed by RAMSAR as a natural heritage site. The Southern African Birding Society says: "Although there are many rare and special species, it's the sheer number and diversity, especially of visiting migrants, that is a major attraction.
After partaking in Oyster Box's hearty breakfast, you can unwind on our open deck and spend the day soaking up the African sun. At the end of the day indulge in our customary "sundowner" in our sheltered lounge and bar where you might just meet somebody interesting from the other side of the world, from Sweden or Chile, from Japan or Costa Rica.
Dinner is served at one of three restaurants within walking distance of Oyster Box Guest House. If you want to venture further afield, the restaurants in town are only a five minute drive away.
Whatever your needs may be, our friendly staff will assist you and will do their best to ensure that you have a fabulous time at Oyster Box Guest House!
Due to its location at the WALVISBAY beautiful lagoon, our guesthouse offers a subtle blend of comfort and warm Namibian hospitality. Rooms are equipped with very comfortable beds, international DSTV, a safe, and airconditioning/heating units. Wifi facilities are also available.
From 07h30 until 10h00 you can enjoy a hearty breakfast, and breakfast packs can be arranged for those who wish to depart earlier. Our bar, providing sunset views across the lagoon, is open every day until 21h00 for guests to enjoy a drink with light meals, or simply relax after a fun day.
There are many restaurants and pubs nearby, some within walking distance, and with the charming town of Swakopmund only 30km away, you will never get bored. If you don't feel like driving, we can arrange transport for you to get to the airport or visit Swakopmund. We can likewise assist you in your arrangements of leisure time activities onto the lagoon or into the desert and surrounding areas.
Our friendly staff will gladly assist you by providing advice and making reservations, and will endeavour to make your stay with us a most memorable one.
With so many options for activities, Walvis Bay is fast becoming the Adventure Centre of Namibia. So if you plan to stay in Walvis Bay and whether you are the typical thrill seeker or prefer a more relaxed type of adventure, Oyster Box Guest House can put together an adventure package to suit your particular needs.
We are well connected with all the top adventure operators in the area and can give you comprehensive, one-stop advice on having a great time at the coast. Simply phone, fax or email us with your requirements and you will soon be presented with an exciting itinerary.
Click through the activities below and let us know which one we can book for you: