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Seal Island

Seal Island

Seal Island is a small landmass located in Lüderitz Bay, Namibia. It serves as a colony for seals, making it a destination for visitors interested in observing these marine mammals in their natural habitat.

Getting There

The island is accessible only by boat from the Lüderitz waterfront. Depending on the departure point and sea conditions, the trip from the city centre typically takes a short duration to reach the island's shores.

Duration of Visit

Visitors generally spend between one and two hours at the site, including the boat transit and time spent observing the seal colony from the vessel or the shore.

Planning Your Visit

The best time to visit depends on the weather conditions of the Atlantic coast, which can be windy and cool. It is advisable to check local sea conditions before departing, as rough waters can affect boat access.

Nearby Attractions

Because the island is accessed via the bay, it can be combined with other coastal sites in the area:

  • Penguin Island: 2.4km
  • Lüderitz Bay: 3.7km
  • Shark Island Lighthouse: 4.4km
  • Evangelical Lutheran Church: 6km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Itineraries including this place

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Lüderitz 2-Day Itinerary (1 Nights)

A 2-day route through Lüderitz grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Good to visit alongside

Penguin Island

Nature

Penguin Island

A small island floating in Lüderitz Bay, located just south of Seal Island. It's a great spot to take in the calm scenery of the bay.

2.4 km away
Lüderitz Bay

Nature

Lüderitz Bay

A bay on the coast of Namibia. The city of Lüderitz sits at its edge, so visitors can enjoy coastal scenery along with a taste of town life.

3.7 km away
Shark Island Lighthouse

Views & landmarks

Shark Island Lighthouse

A lighthouse in the harbor of Lüderitz, Namibia, built in 1903 and lit until 1910. It's a white cylindrical tower with red trim, now converted inside into guest rooms as part of a resort.

4.4 km away
Evangelical Lutheran Church

Temples & religious sites

Evangelical Lutheran Church

The Evangelical Lutheran Church is a landmark that represents Lüderitz. Built atop a rocky hill on Diamond Hill, it's also nicknamed the "Rock Church."

6.0 km away
Diaz Point lighthouse

Views & landmarks

Diaz Point lighthouse

A lighthouse standing on Diaz Point, on the Atlantic coast near Lüderitz. It offers fine views of the sea stretching along the coastline.

7.7 km away
Site of Original Dias Cross

Heritage & monuments

Site of Original Dias Cross

A headland at the tip of the Lüderitz Peninsula, extending about 50 meters out into the South Atlantic. It's known as the original site of the cross erected by explorer Bartolomeu Dias.

8.1 km away