Embark on this 9-day Extraordinary South Africa Cruise from Maputo to Cape Town aboard SH Diana. From Maputo, known for its colonial and Soviet-style architecture to Portuguese Island with pristine beaches. Explore Richards Bay, a birdwatcher's haven surrounded by wetlands. For relaxation, visit Alkantstrand Beach. Discover Durban, South Africa's third-largest city with sandy beaches, Indian District cuisine, and the Durban Botanic Gardens. Explore Port Elizabeth, known for stunning beaches, water sports, and Addo Elephant National Park. Discover Mossel Bay, a historic seaside town with the Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex's maritime history and Santos Beach's sandy shores. Conclude your trip to Cape Town.
Highlights
Explore Maputo's colonial and Soviet-style architecture
Discover the pristine beaches of Portuguese Island
Experience birdwatching in Richards Bay's wetlands
Relax on the beautiful Alkantstrand Beach
Discover Durban's sandy beaches and Indian District cuisine
Explore Port Elizabeth's stunning beaches and Addo Elephant National Park
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Mozambique’s capital city has an intriguing mix of Portuguese colonial and Soviet-style buildings on broad boulevards lined with jacaranda and palm trees. Architectural standouts include the early-20th-century domed railway station, painted in green and white, and the Smiling Lion.
Umbrellas and loungers are available if you want to relax in the sun, or you can join in an energetic game of beach volleyball or tennis. Hop on a traditional dhow boat for a tour along the shore, or head to the nearby island of Inhaca to visit its marine biology museum and lighthouse.
A busy port town with a deep natural harbor, Richards Bay is surrounded by extensive wetlands sheltering diverse birdlife. It’s part of the Zululand Birding Route, whose rare species include the cuckoo hawk and pygmy goose. You might also catch sight of hippos and crocodiles.
Excursions:
FD CAPE VIDAL SNORKELING Optional
The iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a section of South Africa’s 1st World Heritage Site
The Game Reserve is divided by some of the second-highest vegetated dunes in the world
Opportunity to do some snorkeling at Cape Vidal
HD ZULU NYALA SUNSET SAFARI WITH DINNER Optional
Zulu Nyala Private Game Reserve is one of South Africa's most diverse conservation regions
South Africa’s third-biggest city, Durban is friendly and cosmopolitan, with long sandy beaches and rickshaw rides along a wide seafront promenade. Beyond the beach, you can meander among aromatic curry houses and spice stalls in the Indian District, then take a stroll through peaceful Durban.
Excursions:
DISCOVER DURBAN Included
Explore the culture and traditions of Durban
Visit the well-known Victoria Street Market
TALA GAME RESERVE Optional
Embark on a 4 X 4 Game Drive at Tala Private Game Reserve, viewing big game including rhino, kudu, hippo, giraffe, and the rare sable antelope
Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library.
Port Elizabeth is a coastal city in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. It is known for its beautiful beaches and excellent water sports opportunities. The city also has several wildlife reserves and national parks, including Addo Elephant National Park, home to over 600 elephants.
Excursions:
PUMBA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE Optional
Take the opportunity to view the Big Five in their natural environment
Learn how Pumba was the first of the Eastern Cape Game reserves to introduce a White Lion breeding program
Enjoy the day in contact with nature
PENGUIN CRUISE Optional
View the largest breeding colony of African penguins on the planet
You might also encounter schools of Bottlenose dolphins in groups
Set on a hillside overlooking a vast bay, this laid-back seaside town was the first place where Europeans made landfall in South Africa in 1488. You can trace the area’s history at the excellent Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex, which contains maritime displays, and 19th-century stone cottages.
Excursions:
MOSSEL BAY CITY Included
Don't miss the opportunity to listen to Mossel Bay's history
Enjoy a Wine and Mussel tasting
FRIEMERSHEIM WALL ART ROUTE Optional
Visit the Friemersheim Wall Art Route
Local coffee roastery
Beautiful scenery on route to Friemersheim
Day 9: Cape Town | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Ending the epic transatlantic journey with one of the most spectacular city sceneries in Africa. Dominated by Table Mountain, Cape Town is a cosmopolitan city with plenty of nearby splendid vineyards, wonderful harbor fronts, and surprising restaurants where one can indulge in delicious seafood
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Oceanview D4
Oceanview staterooms features 2 single beds, bedroom and living room and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.
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Oceanview M4
Oceanview staterooms features 2 single beds, bedroom and living room and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.
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Balcony D5
Located on decks 5, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or a double bed, distinct bedroom and living room areas, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6 sq. m balcony.
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Balcony M5
Located on decks 5, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or a double bed, distinct bedroom and living room areas, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6 sq. m balcony.
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Balcony D6
Located on decks 6, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or a double bed, distinct bedroom and living room areas, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6 sq. m balcony.
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Junior Suite
SH Diana’s Junior Suites features a Super King Size bed, separate living room area with homely flame-effect fireplace, private kitchen, luxurious en-suite bathroom and a 7 sq. m private balcony.
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Suite
Our Suites features a superking bed and separate living room with and a soothing flame-effect fireplace a luxurious ensuite bathroom and a 12 sq.m. private balcony.
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Premium Suite
SH Diana’s Premium Suites feature a Super King Size bed, separate living room with homely flame-effect fireplace, luxurious en-suite bathroom, spacious walk-in wardrobe and a 12 sq. m private balcony.
Initial deposit is 20% (30% for Suite bookings), and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 130 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
For full cancellation policy details, please contact us for a quote.
Included
9 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 8 Dinners
8 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Wifi
Self-service laundry
Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24-hours per day
Lecture programs by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
Onboard gratuities & port taxes
Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka and use of rubber boots in Polar Regions.
Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port (via our included accommodation where applicable)
One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel or onboard
24-hour room service
Excluded
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Passport and Applicable Visa Expenses
We recommend every traveler to take out a travel cancellation insurance, travel interruption insurance and a travel health insurance policy with an assumption of the return transport costs of repatriation
Everything was amazing! The planning with Adventure Life went smoothly. The actual trip was fantastic! One of the best trips I have experienced. The cruise staff members were knowledgeable and attentive. I will be writing more about this on the blog!
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