ITINERARY
CRUISE ID: D3725040713
LUANDA
DAY 1
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.
DAY AT SEA
DAY 2
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.
POINTE-NOIRE
DAY 3-5
The Republic of Congo’s second city, Pointe-Noire, unfolds as
a piece of French Africa with distinct European and African quarters.
Strolling through the lively La Cité reveals traditional
Congolese cuisine and the vibrant Grand Marché, providing a
glimpse into local life. Waterfront restaurants line
Côté Sauvage, a laid-back city beach. Beyond the
city limits is the stunning Diosso Gorge, a natural canyon in hues of
pink, red and orange.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
- UPGRADE - POINTE NOIRE, AFRICAN CIRCLE MUSEUM AND MAKOLA
SALT GLACIER (WITH LUNCH BOX) Optional 09 h 00 m
- NATURAL WONDERS OF CONGO: MAYOMBE FOREST AND NDINGA NDINGA
WATERFALL Optional 10 h 00 m
- CHIMPANZEES FEEDING AT CONKOUATI-DOULI NATIONAL PARK (HALF
DAY OPTION) Optional 05 h 45 m
- CHIMPANZEES FEEDING (HALF DAY OPTION) Optional 05 h 45 m
- DIOSSO GORGES AND HIKE Optional 04 h 30 m
- DISCOVERY OF POINTE NOIRE AND AFRICAN CIRCLE MUSEUM
Included 03 h 30 m
- LAKES AND TCHINDA FISHING VILLAGE Optional 07 h 00 m
- A DAY AT CONKOUATI-DOULI NATIONAL PARK (FULL DAY OPTION
INCL. CHIMPANZEES FEEDING) Optional 12 h 00 m
- DISCOVERY OF POINTE NOIRE AND AFRICAN CIRCLE MUSEUM (GUESTS
ON THE OVERALND TOUR ) Included 12 h 00 m
- NATURAL WONDERS OF CONGO: MAYOMBE Optional 10 h 00 m'
MAYONAMI, NYANGA RIVER
DAY 6
The traditional Gabonese village of Mayonomi sits among mangroves along
the Nyanga river. The fishing village serves as a base for exploring
the rainforests and mangroves. Gliding along the river in a pirogue (a
type of long, narrow canoe made from a single tree trunk), visitors
might get a chance to glimpsing local life and see wildlife along the
banks such as birds, monkeys and maybe even a manatee.
EXPEDITION ACTIVITES
- ZODIAC CRUISE ON NYANGA RIVER Included 04 h 00 m
DAY AT SEA
DAY 7
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.
LIBREVILLE, BAIE DES
TORTUES
DAY 8
Libreville captivates with a blend of French colonial heritage and
lively African energy. Along the palm-lined waterfront promenade,
vibrant markets and fresh seafood stalls exude an intoxicating
vitality. The National Museum unveils Gabon's rich history and culture.
A short boat ride away, the island-dotted Baie des Tortues reveals a
serene natural sanctuary. Mangrove forests form an intricate green
maze, home to exotic birdlife and monkeys.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
- SAFARI TOUR IN PONGARA NATIONAL PARK Optional 01 h 00 m
- A DAY AT BAIE DES TORTUES BEACH RESORT Included 01 h 00 m
SAO TOME, SAO TOME
DAY 9
Sao Tome, the Gulf of Guinea's largest volcanic isle, is a tropical
idyll with rainforests, beaches and waterfalls. São
Tomé city features 15th-century Portuguese architecture and
a slave trade history. Rainforests blanket two-thirds of the island,
sheltering wildlife like monkeys, birds and reptiles and São
Tomé Peak, reaching 2,024 m, provides refuge for island bird
species like the ibis and grosbeak.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
- BIRDS AND NATURE OF SAO TOME Optional 08 h 10 m
- UPGRADED - SAO TOME CULTURE & HISTORY WITH LUNCH
AND CHOCOLATE TASTING Optional 07 h 30 m
SANTO ANTONIO, PRINCIPE
DAY 10
This laid-back, compact capital has less than 3,000 inhabitants and is
the smallest city in the world (according to the Guinness Book of
Records). Time seems to move more slowly in this dream-like place with
its pastel-coloured buildings and salty sea air. The Nossa Senhora da
Conceição church contains a beautiful stone
carving of St Anthony, the city’s namesake saint.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
- PRINCIPE CULTURAL TOUR Optional 03 h 50 m
- A DAY AT SUNDY PRAIA BEACH Included 07 h 00 m
- PRINCIPE CULTURAL TOUR Optional 07 h 00 m
DAY AT SEA
DAY 11
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.
COTONOU
DAY 12
Benin’s vibrant port city is defined by voodoo (the state
religion) and its colonial legacy. As a former French colony, Cotonou
retains a certain European flair in its cuisine and architecture. The
sprawling Dantokpa market, with local crafts and an entire section of
sacred voodoo items, offers insights into local culture. Ganvie, a
lakeshore village, is the world’s only town on stilts with
bamboo houses, where residents get around in canoes.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
- GANVIE FLOATING VILLAGE AND EGUNGUN MASKS PERFORMANCE
Included 04 h 30 m
- UPGRADED TOUR - GANVIE FLOATING VILLAGE, EGUNGUN MASKS
PERFORMANCE AND OUIDAH Optional 08 h 30 m
LOME
DAY 13
Voodoo traditions, colonial history and beautiful beaches:
Togo’s capital city, Lome, is awash with history and culture.
The National Museum's exhibits - pottery, masks and art - reflect
Togo's rich heritage. Akodessewa Fetish Market is filled with voodoo
talismans and animal skins, offering insights into traditional customs.
Colonial relics include the German-built Sacred Heart Cathedral and the
1960 Independence Monument.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
- UPGRADE - RURAL AFRICAN VILLAGE LIFE AND LOME HIGHLIGHTS
Optional 08 h 00 m
- CULTURAL WONDERS OF LOME Included 04 h 30 m
- UPGRADE - TOGOVILLE, THE VOODOO WORLD AND LOME HIGHLIGHTS
Optional 07 h 00 m
TEMA (ACCRA)
DAY 14
Tema is a short drive from Ghana’s fast-paced capital, Accra,
a city that's culturally rich, modern and historic all at once.
European-built forts and Black Star Independence Square’s
public monuments offer a glimpse at the past. The neighbourhood of
Jamestown, a 17th-century fishing community with old colonial
buildings, is its pulse with an art scene and local bites like
waakye – rice and beans with sides – at a
low-key ‘chop bar’.
EXCURSIONS
- ACCRA CITY TOUR (FOR GUESTS STAYING ONBOARD FOR THE NEXT
CRUISE) Optional 05 h 15 m
- SHAI HILLS RESERVE (FOR GUESTS STAYING ONBOARD FOR THE NEXT
CRUISE) Optional 08 h 00 m
- CITY TOUR - AIRPORT TRANSFER Optional 08 h 00 m
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