Question 1

Is Skeleton Bay accessible without an organised expedition?

Accepted Answer

Practically no. Access requires a reliable 4x4 vehicle, a Skeleton Coast National Park entry permit, desert navigation experience, and water and fuel reserves for several days. No infrastructure on site. Most surfers who surf it come on organised expeditions.

Question 2

Why is the wave so long?

Accepted Answer

The geographical configuration is unique: a sandy point extending into the ocean, with a crescent-shaped sandbar. South Atlantic W swells concentrate on this bar and break perfectly consistently for over 1 km. Offshore wind conditions (east wind from the desert) groom the wave perfectly.

Question 3

How do you get to the Skeleton Coast?

Accepted Answer

Paris–Windhoek flight (11–14h, connection Johannesburg, Air France/Lufthansa). Swakopmund from Windhoek (3h, B2 coastal road). Skeleton Bay 200 km north of Swakopmund (track, 4x4 only). Park permit: Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR). Budget for expedition required.

Skeleton Bay — Namibia