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Southwest Africa Сruise from Angola to South Africa

Southwest Africa Сruise from Angola to South Africa

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Embark on a luxurious Southwest Africa cruise from Angola to South Africa, beginning in the captivating city of Luanda and culminating in the vibrant Cape Town. This remarkable voyage takes you along the scenic west coast of Southern Africa, with notable stops including Namibe, Ilha Baia dos Tigres, Walvis Bay, and Saldanha, before reaching the final destination of Cape Town. As you cruise through this fascinating region, you’ll encounter a plethora of captivating sites. Discover the colonial charm of Luanda, and explore the ghostly allure of Ilha Baia dos Tigres. In Namibe, the stark beauty of the Namib Desert awaits, while Walvis Bay offers natural wonders like flamingo-filled lagoons and Cape fur seal colonies. Cape Town promises iconic landmarks such as Table Mountain and nearby historic sites. This luxury cruise offers a diverse range of activities to enrich your journey. Onboard days provide engaging lectures, photography workshops, and the chance to socialize with fellow travelers. Shore excursions include thrilling dune safaris in Namibia, immersive cultural tours, and indulgent culinary experiences. Whether exploring the deserts, coastlines, or vibrant cities, this adventure is sure to captivate every traveler.

Trip Name
Southwest Africa Сruise from Angola to South Africa
Days
13
Overview
Vessel Type: Expedition Ship Length: 125 meters Passenger Capacity: 192 Built: 2022/2023 SH Diana is the newest and largest ship in the Swan Hellenic fleet, designed for modern expedition cruising with a strong sense of elegance and purpose. Built in Finland’s renowned Helsinki Shipyard, she combines cutting-edge hybrid diesel-electric propulsion and a Polar Class 6 ice-strengthened hull, enabling smooth exploration of the world’s most remote and rugged destinations. With space for just 192 guests, SH Diana offers a boutique 5-star experience across nine decks, featuring expansive viewing areas, a grand staircase, and refined interiors accented with exclusive onboard artwork. On board, guests enjoy exceptional facilities including the panoramic sauna, open-deck jacuzzi, heated outdoor pool, and dedicated expedition areas like the Swan’s Nest and BaseCamp. Cabins are thoughtfully equipped with Champagne, Lajatica toiletries, Nikon binoculars, and Illy coffee machines, ensuring comfort at every turn. Dining is a delight with venues like the Swan Restaurant and Pool Bar & Grill, while the crew’s attentive and personalised service ensures you feel truly cared for from the moment you step aboard. SH Diana is the perfect vessel for those seeking adventure wrapped in luxurious simplicity.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Days 0 - 1 Pre Cruise & Day 1 Luanda (Angola)
Group return transfers from airport to cruise port and to the hotel (where included)One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel (exemptions apply)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 2 - Day 2 Day at sea (At Sea)
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Day 3 - Day 3 Namibe (Angola)
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 4 - Day 4 Ilha Baia dos Tigres (Angola)
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 5 - Day 5 Day at sea (At Sea)
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Day 6 - Days 6 - 7 Walvis Bay (Namibia)
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 7 - Day 8 Luderitz (Namibia)
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.
Day 8 - Day 9 Day at sea (At Sea)
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Day 9 - Day 10 Langebaan (South Africa)
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 10 - Days 11 - 12 Cape Town (South Africa)
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 11 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change. 

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
17-10-202729-10-2027AUD $15,100Oceanview D4
17-10-202729-10-2027AUD $15,825Oceanview M4
17-10-202729-10-2027AUD $16,575Balcony D5
17-10-202729-10-2027AUD $17,325Balcony M5
17-10-202729-10-2027AUD $18,100Balcony D6
17-10-202729-10-2027AUD $22,600Junior Suite
17-10-202729-10-2027AUD $26,375Suite
17-10-202729-10-2027AUD $30,150Premium Suite

Inclusions

    • Discover Kolmanskop, the eerie ghost town in the Namib Desert near Lüderitz.
    • Witness thousands of flamingos and pelicans at Pelican Point.
    • Search for the rare and unusual Welwitschia mirabilis in Namib Desert Reserve

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