DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person
|
Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
Oct 29, 2025 | Nov 15, 2025 | 8,469 |
9,280 |
Rates are listed per person
|
Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
Oct 29, 2025 | Nov 15, 2025 | 8,469 |
9,280 |
ITINERARY
CRUISE ID: D2825102917
MOMBASA
DAY 1
A dynamic coastal metropolis, Mombasa's rich history comes from a
beguiling blend of cultures. Over centuries, Arabs, Portuguese, Asians,
and British settlers coexisted in the old town, blending African,
European, and Asian architectural styles. Perched above the sea, Fort
Jesus was built by the Portuguese in the 1590s to protect the city,
while the bustling spice market is packed with fragrant stalls selling
pepper, ginger and cardamom.
ZANZIBAR
DAY 2
Cosmopolitan Zanzibar Island, or Unguja, known as the Spice Island,
features Zanzibar City's UNESCO-listed Stone Town(Mji
Mkongwe)—a lively warren of narrow streets with 18th- and
19th-century buildings. Highlights include the Old Fort, the House of
Wonders, and a spice market with stalls heaped with locally grown
spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. Nearby, Jozani Chwaka Bay National
Park is home to the red colobus monkey, unique to Zanzibar.
SHORE EXCURSIONS AVAILABLE
KILWA KIVINJE
DAY 3
Kilwa Kivinje, on Tanzania's southern coast, was a medieval Swahili
coast trading hub. Founded in the 8th century, Kilwa Kivinje thrived in
the 13th and 14th centuries as a centre for ivory and gold. Today, it
provides insight into medieval East Africa's opulence, with dhows in
the harbour and spice markets amid jungle and mangrove estuaries. The
Great Mosque and Husuni Kubwa, The Sultan's African Palace, are UNESCO
World Heritage Site ruins.
DAY AT SEA
DAY 4
Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world
go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of
the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle
with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible
trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books.
Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or
perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our
onboard professional photographers.
NOSY BE
DAY 5
Sandy swimming beaches, biodiverse jungle, and vivid blue crater lakes
are among the highlights of verdant Nosy Be island off Madagascar's
northern coast. In Hell-Ville port, remnants of French colonial
architecture charm visitors. Nearby, Lokobe Reserve beckons with guided
pirogue canoe tours, where black lemurs climb ancient trees and vibrant
panther chameleons, growing about a foot and a half long, play
hide-and-seek in the lush foliage.
SHORE EXCURSIONS AVAILABLE
MAHAJANGA
DAY 6
The lively northern port of Mahajanga (Majunga) is known for its
charming French colonial and Arabian architecture as well as a broad
seafront promenade lined with coconut palms. A gigantic landmark baobab
tree towers near the water. Long sandy beaches stretch north towards
Cirque Rouge, a remarkable natural amphitheatre whose crumbling rocks
are a blend of red, ochre and pale pink, and are at their most dramatic
at sunset.
SHORE EXCURSIONS AVAILABLE
NOSY VAO
DAY 7
The remote 1.97 km-long Nosy Vao, located 70 km north of Maintirano,
offers an unspoilt tropical escape off Madagascar's northeast coast.
With surrounding coral reefs and few visitors, Nosy Vao provides a
peaceful retreat. Terns flock to the reefs, while lemurs inhabit the
savannas, and palm trees dot the interior. Vezo fishers build temporary
shelters and move between islands, fishing for sharks.
MORONDAVA
DAY 8
The relaxed west coast town of Morondava is the gateway to the iconic
Avenue of the Baobabs. Lining a bumpy track, this striking grove of
centuries-old giants - often nicknamed upside-down trees - is
especially popular at sunset, when the trunks cast long shadows on the
ground. To the south, Kirindy Mitea National Park is a protected
coastal reserve home to several species of lemur along with the rare
fossa, a close relation of the mongoose.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
TOLIARA
DAY 9
Mangroves, beaches and an offshore coral reef surround Toliara
(Tuléar), near the mouth of the Onilahy River. Just
southeast of the city, the Arboretum d’Antsokay was created
by a Swiss botanist in 1980 amid a swathe of spiny forest. Garden
guides lead you past more than 900 mostly endemic plant species,
flitting butterflies or lemurs tucked into branches. Within the port, a
fascinating small museum is dedicated to local marine life.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
DAY AT SEA
DAY 10-11
Days at sea are the perfect chance to relax, unwind and do whatever
takes your fancy. So whether that is going to the gym, visiting the
spa, trying to spot a whale from the deck, reading a chapter or two, or
simply topping up your tan, these blue sea days are the perfect balance
to the green days spent exploring on land.
RICHARDS BAY
DAY 12
A busy port town with a deep natural harbour, Richards Bay is
surrounded by extensive wetlands sheltering diverse birdlife. A hotspot
on the Zululand Birding Route, it's a haven for rare species like
cuckoo hawks and pygmy geese. The town's large lagoon becomes a cooling
spot for hippos and crocodiles. Meanwhile, Alkantstrand Beach offers
laid-back charm with long stretches of golden sand and gentle waves.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
DURBAN
DAY 13
South Africa’s third-biggest city, Durban is friendly and
cosmopolitan. Durban's golden mile is the heartbeat of the city with
long sandy beaches and rickshaw rides. Durban's Indian District awakens
the senses with its aromatic curry houses and spice stalls. Peaceful
Durban Botanic Gardens is renowned for its orchid and palm collections.
Nearby Umgeni River Bird Park is home to around 200 species, from
vibrant parrots to majestic eagles.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
EAST LONDON
DAY 14
On South Africa's Eastern Cape, East London is celebrated for its
beautiful beaches, including Nahoon and Cove Rock. The city features
the Buffalo Pass, a scenic road that winds through a lush valley,
crossing the Buffalo River. The East London Museum showcases fossilised
human and animal footprints and artefacts from the Xhosa-speaking
people. In the surrounding areas, numerous game reserves provide
habitat to elephants, lions, zebras and more.
PORT ELIZABETH
DAY 15
On the western edge of Algoa Bay, Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) is an
unassuming city with long stretches of beaches and pockets of Victorian
architecture. Pods of frolicking dolphins swim close to shore. Just
outside town, Kragga Kragga Game Park is home to roaming white rhinos
and cheetahs, while guided game drives at Addo Elephant National Park
(about 70 km northeast) offer thrilling encounters with the
world’s largest land mammal.
SHORE EXCURSIONS AVAILABLE
MOSSEL BAY
DAY 16
Set on a hillside, the laid-back seaside town of Mossel Bay was the
first place where Europeans made landfall in South Africa in 1488. The
area’s history unfolds at Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex,
which contains maritime displays, 19th-century stone cottages and a
botanical garden. Nearby, Santos Beach is a wide sandy stretch for
swimming and watersports. Southern right whales calve in the
bay’s calm waters between July and October.
SHORE EXCURSIONS AVAILABLE
HERMANUS
DAY 17
Hermanus, a seaside town southeast of Cape Town, enchants visitors with
its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant marine life. Within Fernkloof
Nature Reserve, a 12 km cliffside pathway provides views of seasonal
whale migrations and bustling penguin colonies. The Old Harbour, now a
museum, encompasses the history of the old harbour, a fishermen's
village and the Whale House Museum. The town's bars and restaurants
promote local wines and seafood.
CAPE TOWN
DAY 18
Between mountains and the ocean, Cape Town is a vibrant, multicultural
city with a lively waterfront featuring seafood restaurants, shopping
and attractions. A cable car transports visitors to distinctive Table
Mountain with sweeping views. Boats head to Robben Island, where Nelson
Mandela was incarcerated. Nearby Boulders Beach is home to African
penguins, and world-class Stellenbosch vineyards offer wine tastings
amid Cape Dutch architecture.
SHORE EXCURSIONS AVAILABLE
* For more information about included and optional excursions, please
request from us.
SH Diana (Luxury Expedition, 192-guests)
The 2023-built SH Diana will be providing elegant and spacious 5-star
accommodation for 192 guests in 96 spacious staterooms and suites, the
vast majority with large balconies.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port
(via our included accommodation where applicable)
- One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a
4/5-star hotel or onboard
- All meals onboard
- Onboard accommodation in a stateroom selected category
- 24-hour room service
- Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages
available 24-hours per day
- Lecture programmes by our experienced expedition team and
guest speakers
- One selected shore excursion/expedition activities per port
of call
- Standard WiFi
- Onboard gratuities & port taxes