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Volcanic Landscapes from Canary Islands to Cape Verde Luxury Cruise

Volcanic Landscapes from Canary Islands to Cape Verde Luxury Cruise

From AUD $7,940

Description

Embark on an extraordinary journey to the volcanic archipelagos of the Canaries and Cape Verde, a blend of untamed nature and exceptional cultural heritage. Mythical volcanoes, lunar landscapes, lush valleys, secret coves… These volcanic lands are home to contrasting, breathtaking panoramas and unspoilt national parks that invite exploration. From vibrant Lanzarote to enchanting Praia, each port of call will immerse you in the unique atmosphere of the island’s towns, where colourful markets mingle with colonial architectural treasures, revealing a fascinating history of European and African influences.
Some departures may have slightly modified itineraries. Please confirm the itinerary with an Expedition Specialist.

Trip Name
Volcanic Landscapes from Canary Islands to Cape Verde Luxury Cruise
Days
11
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury Length: 127 metres Passenger Capacity: 92 cabins Built: 2017/2018 Le Champlain, part of the prestigious PONANT EXPLORERS series, masterfully blends the spirit of adventure with refined comfort. Designed to navigate some of the world’s most remote destinations, she offers guests the intimacy of a private yacht alongside discreet luxury and elegant French styling. Her 92 staterooms and suites, all with private balconies, are bathed in natural light, providing a serene retreat after a day of Zodiac® expeditions or fine dining. Every element, from the stylish interiors to the attentive service, reflects PONANT’s dedication to creating a truly authentic voyage. Built with a strong focus on eco-friendly innovation, Le Champlain incorporates the latest environmental technologies to minimise her impact on the oceans she explores. At 430 feet long with a guest capacity of up to 184, she maintains a sense of exclusivity while offering spacious public areas, exceptional cuisine, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Whether gliding through polar waters or sailing to tropical shores, she delivers an unforgettable combination of exploration, sophistication, and respect for the natural world.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
A stopover of sunny climes, Las Palmas is located on the north-east coast of Gran Canaria. A few streets away from Puerto de la Luz port, you’ll discover the vast Las Canteras beach, bordered with the town’s characteristic palms. You’ll find these palms are all over Las Palmas, in the streets and squares, especially on the plaza de Santa Ana in the heart of the historical district. It feels like you’ve travelled back in time here, as you stand looking at the tall houses beside the Santa Ana cathedral. Very close by, you can visit the  Casa de Colón, a museum dedicated to the famous explorer. The museum is housed in the palace belonging to the island’s former governor. Chances are, you’ll be drawn to the covered Vegueta market to partake in some daily life along with the locals and taste some unfamiliar dishes.
Day 2 - Day 2 Puerto del Rosario, Canary Islands
Surrounded by turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the capital of Fuerteventura island is located in the autonomous community of the Canary Islands. Harbour city, Puerto Del Rosario will charm you with its storekeepers, its white houses and picturesque sea front.
Day 3 - Day 3 Arrecife de Lanzarote, Canary Islands
Established on a coast sprinkled with cliffs, Arrecife has a pleasant beach and a lagoon full of charm, Charca of San Ginés, where the fishermen anchor their boats. The city also proposes places fed by history and culture, such as the castle San Gabriel, former fort of defense of the city.
Day 4 - Day 4 Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands
The capital city of Tenerife is located on the north-east coast of the island. Close to the port is the monumental Plaza de España, bedecked with a fountain and plant sculptures. Around the plaza, you can admire the white marble Triunfo de la Candelaria obelisk, the historic casino of Santa Cruz and the majestic Guimerà theatre. Not far from here, the picturesque Iglesia de la Concepción church features the characteristic traits of Canaries architecture.
Day 5 - Day 5 San Sebastian de la Gomera, Canary Islands
La Gomera rises from the water like a mirage. This volcanic island in the Canaries features jagged cliffs, valleys covered in palm trees, and beaches of black sand bathing in crystal-clear waters. But its greatest treasure lies at its heart: an exceptional laurisilva, a laurel forest whose prehistoric vegetation has been preserved thanks to the microclimate on the island. This unique ecosystem, common a few million years ago in the tropics, forms the Garajonay National Park, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Like the birds, the Guanches contribute to the poetry of the island too, with their whistled language called Silbo. This magical-sounding, melodious language is also listed as World Heritage by UNESCO.
Day 6 - Days 6 - 7 At sea
During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This journey without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, depending on the activities offered, or to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest and entertainment.
Day 7 - Day 8 Mindelo
Set on the shores of the Porto Grande bay on the north-west coast of São Vicente, Mindelo is considered to be Cape Verde's cultural capital. Here in singer Cesaria Evora's homeland, you can listen to real morna in the bars of the old town, where you can also sip the local grog, a Cape Verdian sugarcane spirit. A few streets from the elegant floating resort of Pont d'água you'll see the pastel-coloured houses and colonial buildings of the historical district. Other landmarks are the facades of the old Governor's Palace and the busy municipal market.
Day 8 - Day 9 Praia
The capital of Cape Verde, Praia, is located on the southern tip of Santiago island. You can dally in the districts planted with Tamarind and Albizia trees. Above the harbour, the statue of Diogo Gomes pays homage to the man who discovered Cape Verde in 1460. A few streets away, in the old centre, the Ethnographic Museum presents the diversity of the archipelago’s cultural origins. Its historical building with transom windows is one of the city’s more unusual curiosities.
Day 9 - Day 10 At sea
During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This journey without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, depending on the activities offered, or to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest and entertainment.
Day 10 - Day 11 Dakar
On the tip of the African continent, the buzzing capital of Senegal stretches along the narrow peninsula of Cape Verde. You may be overwhelmed by its sheer size, but Dakar will win you over with its richly diverse districts, appealing cultural scene and rich natural surroundings. In the historic centre, you'll enjoy the pell-mell of colours and tasty delights in Kermel market. Far from the effervescence of the city, Gorée Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is known as a place of remembrance, having once been a slave trade outpost. On the other side of the plateau, the wild Madeleine islands are protected by a national park.
Day 11 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change. 

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $7,940Deluxe Stateroom
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $8,340Prestige Deck 4
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $13,280Prestige Deck 6 Suite
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $13,600Privilege Suite Deck 5
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $13,600Privilege Suite Deck 6
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $14,020Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $19,000Owner's Suite
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $8,600Prestige Deck 5
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $8,920Prestige Deck 6
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $11,970Deluxe Suite Deck 6
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $11,970Deluxe Suite Deck 4
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $11,970Deluxe Suite Deck 3
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $11,970Deluxe Suite Deck 5
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $12,870Prestige Deck 5 Suite
01-11-202611-11-2026AUD $13,130Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $7,940Deluxe Stateroom
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $8,340Prestige Deck 4
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $8,600Prestige Deck 5
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $8,920Prestige Deck 6
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $11,970Deluxe Suite Deck 3
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $11,970Deluxe Suite Deck 4
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $11,970Deluxe Suite Deck 5
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $11,970Deluxe Suite Deck 6
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $12,870Prestige Deck 5 Suite
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $13,130Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $13,280Prestige Deck 6 Suite
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $13,600Privilege Suite Deck 6
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $13,600Privilege Suite Deck 5
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $14,020Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
15-11-202625-11-2026AUD $19,000Owner's Suite
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $7,940Deluxe Stateroom
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $8,340Prestige Deck 4
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $8,600Prestige Deck 5
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $8,920Prestige Deck 6
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $11,970Deluxe Suite Deck 3
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $11,970Deluxe Suite Deck 4
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $11,970Deluxe Suite Deck 5
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $11,970Deluxe Suite Deck 6
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $12,870Prestige Deck 5 Suite
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $13,130Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $13,280Prestige Deck 6 Suite
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $13,600Privilege Suite Deck 6
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $13,600Privilege Suite Deck 5
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $14,020Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
03-12-202613-12-2026AUD $19,000Owner's Suite

Inclusions

    • Island hop to discover the treasures of Cape Verde and the Canary Islands, stunning volcanic lands offering contrasting landscapes and a rich history.
    • UNESCO sites (Cidade Velha, the historic centre of Ribeira Grande, etc.) and unique landscapes (volcanoes, lush valleys, etc.).
    • Here are just some of the included excursions*: Santo Antão Island, Teide National Park (UNESCO), Timanfaya National Park.

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