HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore
the Kolmanskop ghost town in the barren Namib Desert near Luderitz
- Spot
flamingos an pelicans in their thousands at Pelican Point
- Look
for the rare (and weird) tree lumbo or Welwitchia mirabilis in Namibe
Partial Reserve
- Learn
more about Angola's colonial and military history at the
Portugese-built Fortress of São Miguel
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Mar 25, 2026 | Apr 05, 2026 | 7,869 |
8,180 |
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Mar 25, 2026 | Apr 05, 2026 | 7,869 |
8,180 |
ITINERARY
Days
1-2
Cape
Town
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.Boulders Beach is home to African penguins,
and world-class Stellenbosch vineyards offer wine tastings amid Cape
Dutch architecture.
Day
3
Saldanha
Bay (Langebaan)
Langebaan
Lagoon, a watersports and fishing paradise, is renowned for its
wetlands and tidal mud flats, home to flamingos, the world’s
largest breeding colony of black harriers, and thousands of migratory
birds. The West Coast National Park protects the lagoon and is home to
the Slow Five—tortoises, whales, sand sharks, porcupines and
dune moles. The Fossil Park has the oldest modern human footprint,
Eve’s Footprint, over 100,000 years old.
Day
4
Day
at sea
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.
Day
5
Luderitz
Lüderitz,
with a unique West African-German culture, graces Namibia's coast on a
windswept, rocky hillside beside the bay. Formerly a German colony, the
town preserves colonial buildings in German Art Nouveau style,
including Goerke Haus mansion and the Felsenkirche Lutheran Church
built into the rocks. Beyond town, the desolate Namib Desert extends
along the coast, home to Kolmanskop ghost town, wild horses and tales
of remarkable survival.
Days
6-7
Walvis
Bay
Walvis
Bay offers shelter to thousands of flamingos in its natural tidal
lagoon and protected wetlands. At the remote Pelican Point sand spit, a
Cape fur seal colony hauls out, and marine wildlife like whales and
dolphins swim by. Locally caught fish and German dishes are available
in the harbour. Optional tours include dune jeep safaris, meeting the
locals in Mondesa township, and flights or hot air balloons over the
desert.
Day
8
Day
at sea
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.
Day
9
Ilha
Baia dos Tigres
Far
from the crowds, the abandoned Ilha Baía dos Tigres, or
Tiger Island, in Angola off Namibe Province's coast offers a deserted
island setting. Originally a peninsula, it became an island overnight
when the ocean breached the isthmus and residents abandoned their
homes. Nestled in clear blue waters, the island is a pristine oasis
surrounded by secluded beaches, and vast dunes, renowned for desolate
landscapes and eerie ghost towns.
Day
10
Namibe
Now
known as Moçâmedes, the port of Namibe was settled
by the Portuguese in the 19th century. This early slave trading town is
the entrance to the arid Namib desert, with towering sand dunes and
home to the ancient welwitschia mirabilis trees, each over 2,000 years
old and threatened by climate change. Near the port, the old town has
colourful colonial architecture, beaches and historic buildings,
including an abandoned spaceship-like cinema.
Day
11
Day
at sea
Today
as you sail, you’ll bask in the endless comforts of your
ship. From the deck, marvel at the dramatic sea views. Relax with a
nurturing facial treatment or massage in the spa or delve into the
ship’s learning resources. Or, simply take refuge in your
cabin and enjoy the opportunity to rest.
Day
12
Luanda
As
Angola emerges from colonial rule and a long Civil War, its capital,
Luanda, is evolving into a forward-looking city with a rich heritage.
Landmarks include Gustave Eiffel's Iron Palace and the 16th-century
São Miguel Fortress. Luanda's historic upper town, Cidade
Alta, features pink colonial buildings, the Presidential Palace and
ministerial houses. Ilha do Cabo shows Luanda's modern side with trendy
seaside restaurants and bars.
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.
(Click image to view Ship details)
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
