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Expedition Madagascar And South Africa: Two Wonderful Wildernesses

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Wi-Fi
£6,129pp
Voyage Code: HAPAGSPI2624
moon 18 nights
anchor HANSEATIC spirit
calendar 3 Dec '26

Cruise overview

Discover the biodiversity of two countries, which couldn’t be any more different. South Africa leads you into the habitat of the legendary big five. Encounter the wonders of Madagascar in the form of baobab trees, lemurs, vanilla and mysterious rites.

Port Louis
Nosy Boraha
Nosy Bé
Mayotte Island
Tuléar
Richards Bay
Durban
Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth)
Mossel Bay
Hermanus
Cape Town

Itinerary

Day 1

Port Louis


Mauritius’ largest city, Port Louis is a vibrant and exciting place whose culture is a mix of African, Chinese and Indian influences. There are activities and sights to keep you busy and explore the different aspects of the city.

Day 2

at-sea At sea

Day 3

Nosy Boraha

Day 4

at-sea At sea

Day 5

Nosy Bé

Day 6

at-sea At sea

Day 7

Mayotte Island

Day 8

at-sea At sea

Day 9

Tuléar

Day 10

at-sea At sea

Day 11

at-sea At sea

Day 12

at-sea At sea

Day 13

Richards Bay

Day 14

Durban

Day 15

at-sea At sea

Day 16

Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth)

Day 17

Mossel Bay

Day 18

Hermanus

Day 19

Cape Town

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  • Separate living/sleeping area
  • Separate dining area
  • Sleeping area with panoramic view
  • Separable beds
  • TV in living and sleeping areas
  • Veranda with space heaters
  • Daylight bathroom with two sinks, free-standing bath, rain shower and veranda access
  • Steam sauna in shower area
  • Heated wall in bathroom (e.g. for towels and wet parkas)
  • Separate toilet
  • Free mini bar
  • Coffee machine
  • Extensive infotainment with live broadcast and recordings of expert presentations, forward-view camera, navigation chart, films and much more
  • Binoculars in the cabin
  • Nordic walking poles
  • 24-hour cabin service
  • Butler service
  • Table reservation in main restaurant
  • Free use of Wi-Fi

Amenities

  • Double or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Dining Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Butler Service
  • TV
  • Coffee Machine
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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.