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Local market located on the Cape Verde Islands.

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Observe changes in nature. During the days at sea the chances of meeting whales are high. Witness the northbound spring migration of northern birds like arctic terns and long-tailed skuas who join you in crossing the Equator (“the Line”) on this epic Atlantic Ocean expedition cruise.
Fortress on the hill in Cidade Velha.Locals talking outside of the market.Local carrying food on her head.Fortress on the hill in Cidade Velha.Local market located on the Cape Verde Islands.
Highlights
  • Embark in Ascension Island and observe the sooty tern colony
  • Witness the northbound spring migration of northern birds
  • Cross the equator line joined by arctic terns and long-tailed skuas
  • Stroll around the city of Praia, the capital of the Cape Verdes
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Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Ascension Island | Embark

In the evening the vessel departs from Ascension Island. Ascension Island is a volcano in the middle of the ocean, about 1,280 kilometres (800 miles) to the northwest of St. Helena. It is a dry island with a moist and richly-vegetated peak named Green Mountain (859 metres; 2818 feet). For more than 300 years after its discovery, in 1501, the island was uninhabited. The few visitors were deterred from settling due to the aridity. It was eventually occupied in 1815 by the British who wished to prevent any possible use by the French for an attempt to release Napoleon from St. Helena.

Day 2-5: At Sea

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  • 4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners
Witness the northbound spring migration of northern birds like arctic terns and long-tailed skuas that join you to cross the Equator ("the Line").

Day 6: Praia, Cape Verde | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Disembark at 9.00 hours*. Passengers who fly from Praia on the night of April 28 / 29 are offered an excursion in Praia on Sao Tiago.

Make an excursion to Cidade Velha, steeped in history, and observe the massive fortress on the hill built to deter English marauders in the period when the Crowns of Portugal and Spain were united and Portuguese possessions became as fair game to the likes of Drake and Raleigh as were Spanish ones. See the ruins of the Cathedral, the oldest Christian Church in the tropics, and the slave whipping post in the main square. The village is well-watered and there are plantations of sugar cane, which support a rum distillery, and several species of birds. Have another guided stroll around the City of Praia, which is the capital of the Cape Verdes, and which has given rise to a unique variety of folk music, which you shall hear as you pass the various bars!

* There are reserved rooms for the disembarking passengers in a hotel in Praia. Your luggage is collected and you can freshen up at the end of your excursion before traveling to the airport in the night or to hotels if you are staying longer in Praia.

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MV Plancius

MV Plancius
MV Plancius

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10 twin superior cabins. Lower berth - double bed. (ca. 21 m2)

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- Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double or triple occupancy. Request the Twin or Triple Share Program where you are matched with a cabin mate of the same gender. Even if a cabin mate is not found for you, no single supplement will be charged.
- Single occupancy: All cabins 1.7 times the share twin price
-Children between the ages of 3-15 will be discounted 40% in triple or quad cabins, one child per cabin.
- Due to the extreme nature of itinerary destinations, travel insurance is mandatory for all cruises aboard the Plancius - including medical, accident and repatriation/evacuation insurance.
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  • 5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners

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