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South Africa And The Indian Ocean: From Epic Wilderness To Idyllic Islands

Dining
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Wi-Fi
£7,499pp
Voyage Code: HAPAGNAT2724
moon 16 nights
anchor HANSEATIC nature
calendar 22 Nov '27

Cruise overview

Experience intense wildlife viewing in the wilderness of South Africa and the cosmopolitan flair of Cape Town. Followed by the Mozambican coastal city of Nacala, a premiere destination, and the island gems of the Comoros and Seychelles for swimming and relaxation.

Cape Town
Hermanus
Mossel Bay
Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth)
Durban
Richards Bay
Nacala
Mamoudzou
Seychelles
Victoria, Mahé
Victoria, Mahé

Itinerary

Day 1

Cape Town


Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world’s most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town’s weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.

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Day 2

Hermanus

Day 3

Mossel Bay

Day 4

Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth)

Day 5

at-sea At sea

Day 6

Durban

Day 7

Richards Bay

Day 8

at-sea At sea

Day 9

at-sea At sea

Day 10

at-sea At sea

Day 11

Nacala

Day 12

Mamoudzou

Day 13

at-sea At sea

Day 14

at-sea At sea

Day 15

Seychelles

Day 16

Victoria, Mahé

Day 17

Victoria, Mahé

Panoramic Cabinfrom£7,969pp
French Balcony Cabinfrom£8,819pp
Balcony Cabinfrom£9,579pp
Junior Suitefrom£13,309pp
Grand Suitefrom£18,089pp
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Panoramic Cabin

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  • Heated wall in the bathroom (e. g. for towels and wet parkas)
  • Rain shower
  • Free mini bar (soft drinks)
  • Coffee machine
  • Separable beds
  • Extensive infotainment with live broadcast and recordings of expert presentations, forward-view camera, navigation chart, films and much more
  • Binoculars
  • Nordic Walking poles
  • 24-hour cabin service
  • There is one cabin with fully accessible layout and equipment (cabin 404)

Amenities

  • Shower
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Coffee Machine
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Double or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Media/Entertainment Station

Ship features

Accomodation
Dining
Enrichment
Entertainment
Health and Fitness
Kids and Teens

Accomodation

Inspired by nature

In the cabins and suites, curved lines, natural colours and premium materials come together in a harmonious room concept that promises – and delivers – pure relaxation.

Features of all cabins and suites

  • An ocean view with even more: exclusively outside cabins and suites, almost all with balconies or French balconies
  • Spaciously designed – enjoy a relaxing stay in rooms from 21 m²/226 ft² up to 71 m²/764 ft² in size
  • Exceptionally equipped – for example, with binoculars, Nordic Walking poles, air conditioning, coffee machine and mini bar (free of charge) and 24-hour cabin service
  • Separable beds
  • Rain shower and heated wall in bathroom (e.g. for towels and wet parkas)
  • Extensive infotainment with live broadcast and recordings of expert presentations, forwardview camera, navigation chart, films and much more

Dining

A new kind of freedom between adventure and pleasure

Come with us on a culinary voyage of discovery around the globe: on board, three spacious first-class restaurants create a unique and indulgent combination of expedition spirit with international gourmet cuisine. Spend your days and evenings however you wish thanks to flexible mealtimes, a free choice of seating and attentive 24-hour cabin service.

Enrichment

Your shore excursions and Zodiac rides will be accompanied by countless natural wonders that will leave you speechless, but to see the bigger picture, you need to understand the background. Our new ships take your expedition to the next level with fascinating presentations in the HanseAtrium, personal studies in the Ocean Academy and the perfect equipment for the research trip of your life.

Entertainment

A glass of wine in your hand and the magnificent jungle, the captivating wilderness of Nordic fjords or the icy panoramas of the Antarctic directly before you – the perfect end to a day of expeditions. From classic whiskys to fancy aperitif creations, the superbly equipped bars in the Observation Lounge and HanseAtrium serve your favourite drinks as you watch the sun go down. Welcome to the small club of great explorers.

Health and Fitness

A steam sauna will pamper you with gentle heat before the fresh ocean breeze revitalises your body on the adjacent external deck. Thanks to its flexible canopy, the large pool area can be enjoyed whatever the weather – let your mind drift on the spacious Sun Deck or in the warm water of the pool!

Kids and Teens

Real adventure for young explorers

Discovering extraordinary regions, intensive experiences of the world and fascinating insights from well-versed experts – the proven expedition concept from Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is also used on cruises for young discoverers. Varied and entertaining, the crew and a renowned expert offer an exciting programme for those aged 10 to 17 years old, giving the entire family an expeditionary experience they will never forget.

Note: Minimum 5 young explorers, if the minimum number of young explorers is not reached, the cancellation will follow four weeks prior to departure.