Please note that a high clearance 4x4 vehicle is required for this trip, with no exceptions. Added fuel, water and food is advised in case of an emergency in these remote locations.

Parking & Pick-up

For guests driving to our collection point, designated parking is available in Möwe Bay, where you can securely leave your vehicles. Our team will ensure the safety of your vehicle while you embark on your adventure to Shipwreck Lodge.

For guests arriving by air, our dedicated staff will be waiting to welcome you at the local airstrip. From there, you will be transferred to the lodge, located 45 kilometres away, in a comfortable and enclosed game drive 4x4 vehicle. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic journey as you make your way to the lodge, soaking in the mysterious surroundings of the Skeleton Coast.

Whether you choose to drive yourself or arrive by plane, we strive to provide seamless and convenient transportation options to ensure a hassle-free and enjoyable experience for all our guests.

Möwe Bay GPS co-ordinates: 19°04'23.6"S 12°33'35.6"E
Journeys Namibia emergency contact number: +264 81 260 0830

PLEASE NOTE: The last cell phone signal for communication and final opportunity to refill your vehicle with fuel will be in Terrace Bay.

Pick-up times

Meeting times are strictly as per the below:

Möwe Bay to the Shipwreck Lodge:
11:00am or 15:00pm.
Shipwreck Lodge to Möwe Bay:
09:00am.

Self-Drive Clients

Please note that travel without accompaniment by our staff in the park is strictly prohibited and arrangements must be made in advance with Shipwreck Lodge to be met and guided by the Shipwreck vehicle. Guests are to follow in the Shipwreck vehicles tracks, with no variation whatsoever. Prior experience in driving in thick sand is required, and a 4x4 vehicle with high clearance is mandatory as well as a GPS unit. Self-drives are done at your own risk. Your vehicle will remain parked at the lodge for the duration of your stay, until you exit the area accompanied by our staff.

Pick-up points are Leylands Drift or Möwe Bay, at 11:00am or 15:00pm, and a map will be provided on booking. A minimum of 24-hours notice is required to ensure your booking and accompaniment is successful.
Please email us on [email protected] to arrange self-driven tours and note that an additional fee is applicable.

Directions to Möwe Bay

Swakopmund to Möwe Bay:

• Exit Swakopmund north towards Henties Bay on the C34 tarred road.
• Pass through Henties Bay, remaining northbound on the C34 (now gravel) toward the Ugab Gate of the Skeleton Coast Park.
• At the gate you will be required to show your accommodation voucher for Shipwreck Lodge, or you will be refused entry.
• Proceed for another 103 kilometres north until you reach Torra Bay.
• At Torra Bay, you will continue for 58 kilometres on the D2302 towards Terrace Bay.
• Terrace Bay is the last refill point for fuel, so please do ensure your vehicle is full. This is also the last point for cell phone signal.
• Continue north for 82 kilometres towards Möwe Bay, where you can leave your vehicle under our shaded parking.
• At Möwe Bay you will be met and driven to the lodge by our guides.

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Palmwag to Möwe Bay:

• From Palmwag, take the gravel C43 road toward Khorixas for approximately 40 kilometres.
• At that point turn right onto the gravel C39 road and continue for 60 kilometres.
• On reaching the Springbok Water Gate, you must provide your voucher as proof of accommodation, or you will be refused entry into the park.
• Continue on the C39 gravel road for 33 kilometres until you reach Torra Bay.
• At Torra Bay, you will turn onto the D2302 towards Terrace Bay for 58 kilometres.
• Terrace Bay is the last refill point for fuel, so please do ensure your vehicle is full. This is also the last point for cell phone signal.
• Continue north for 82 kilometres towards Möwe Bay, where you can leave your vehicle under our shaded parking.
• At Möwe Bay you will be met and driven to the lodge by our guides.

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Khorixas to Möwe Bay:

• Take the gravel C39 road from Khorixas towards Palmwag for 126 kilometres.
• Once you reach the turnoff to Palmwag, turn left but remain on the C39 towards Torra Bay for a further 60 kilometres.
• On reaching the Springbok Water Gate, you must provide your voucher as proof of accommodation, or you will be refused entry into the park.
• Continue on the C39 gravel road for 33 kilometres until you reach Torra Bay.
• At Torra Bay, you will turn onto the D2302 towards Terrace Bay for 58 kilometres.
• Terrace Bay is the last refill point for fuel, so please do ensure your vehicle is full. This is also the last point for cell phone signal.
• Continue north for 82 kilometres towards Möwe Bay, where you can leave your vehicle under our shaded parking.
• At Möwe Bay you will be met and driven to the lodge by our guides.

Click here for Google maps