Namibian & South African Coastlines
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Walvis Bay
Namibia
Spot playful seals and abundant birdlife while cruising through a dramatic desert meeting the Atlantic Ocean.
Arrive
2027-12-16 00:00:00
Depart
2027-12-16 23:59:00
Day 2
Walvis Bay
Namibia
Spot playful seals and abundant birdlife while cruising through a dramatic desert meeting the Atlantic Ocean.
Arrive
2027-12-17 00:00:00
Depart
2027-12-17 14:00:00
Day 3
Lüderitz
Namibia
Explore the haunting beauty of Kolmanskop's abandoned diamond mining ghost town frozen in time among desert dunes.
Arrive
2027-12-18 11:00:00
Depart
2027-12-18 17:30:00
Day 4
🌊 At Sea
Day 5
Cape Town
South Africa
Ride a rotating cable car 3,600 feet up Table Mountain for breathtaking views of the city, ocean, and surrounding mountains.
Arrive
2027-12-20 09:30:00
Depart
2027-12-20 23:59:00
Day 6
Cape Town
South Africa
Ride a rotating cable car 3,600 feet up Table Mountain for breathtaking views of the city, ocean, and surrounding mountains.
Arrive
2027-12-21 00:00:00
Depart
2027-12-21 18:00:00
Day 7
Hermanus
South Africa
Witness Southern Right Whales breaching just meters from shore during the world's best land-based whale watching season.
Arrive
2027-12-22 06:00:00
Depart
2027-12-22 14:00:00
Day 8
Mossel Bay
South Africa
Dive with great white sharks in one of the world's most thrilling marine encounters just off the Cape coast.
Arrive
2027-12-23 06:00:00
Depart
2027-12-23 18:00:00
Day 9
Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth)
South Africa
Encounter majestic elephants and Big Five wildlife at pristine game reserves just hours from the vibrant beachfront city.
Arrive
2027-12-24 12:00:00
Depart
2027-12-24 19:00:00
Day 10
🌊 At Sea
Day 11
Durban
South Africa
Dive into the Moses Mabhida Stadium's thrilling swing or explore the vibrant beachfront promenade where African culture meets cosmopolitan charm.
Arrive
2027-12-26 07:30:00
Depart
2027-12-26 19:00:00
Day 12
Richards Bay
South Africa
Spot majestic whales and playful dolphins while cruising through one of Africa's most pristine marine sanctuaries.
Arrive
2027-12-27 06:00:00
About This Cruise
<p>Explore the incredible landscapes of southern Africa, discover its spectacular wildlife, and hear its fascinating stories. From the Atlantic coast and the Namib Desert – the oldest in the world – to the Indian Ocean via the iconic Cape of Good Hope, discover the kaleidoscopic riches of Namibia and South Africa. On this cruise, explore the ghostly Kolmanskop, a former diamond mining site, observe elephants, rhinos and buffaloes in Addo National Park or on a game drive in Botlierskop Game Reserve, and discover the unique atmosphere of the bustling V&A Waterfront in Cape Town.</p>
From $5,430 per person
11 nights on
Le Dumont-d'Urville
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