African Cultural Tours & Cruises

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Dream Of A Lifetime. Atlantic Crossing

Las Palmas to Bridgetown - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II

• Experience Transatlantic Crossing
• Sail under full sails
• Visit Santa Ana Cathedral
• Explore Bridgetown, Barbados

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Las Palmas / Bridgetown

Activities

Village Visits, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Take part in an 18-day transatlantic cruise aboard Sea Cloud II from Las Palmas, Gran Canaria to Bridgetown, Barbados. Relax under full sails, explore Gran Canaria’s landscapes, and discover Bridgetown’s UNESCO World Heritage colonial architecture and beaches.

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from $13,746

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Passage Through Egypt

Luxor to Aswan - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Oberoi Philae

• Discover Cairo Pyramids and Sphinx
• Grand Egyptian Museum visit
• Walk around town of Esna
• Sail through Nile river

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Cairo / Cairo

Activities

Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Begin the 12- day Egypt land and cruise tour in Cairo at a hotel and explore the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara Step Pyramid, and Islamic Cairo. Fly to Luxor and board the Oberoi Philae for a Nile cruise through Dendera, Luxor, West Bank, Esna, Kom Ombo, and Aswan.

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from $13,695

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Dream Of A Lifetime. Atlantic Crossing

Las Palmas to Philipsburg - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud Spirit

• Experience Transatlantic Crossing
• See the Gran Canaria landscapes
• Explore Las Palmas old town
• Climb rigging and set sails

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Las Palmas / Philipsburg

Activity Level

Variable

Experience 17 days aboard Sea Cloud Spirit on a transatlantic crossing from Las Palmas to Philipsburg. Relax on deck, enjoy wellness programs, and explore Gran Canaria’s landscapes before arriving in the Caribbean.

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from $25,200

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The Coralline Seychelles & Inner Islands

Roundtrip Mahe - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Kayak lagoons at Alphonse Island
• Discover Cosmoledo’s rare birds
• Walk forests Poivre Island
• Spot seabirds Cosmoledo Atoll
• Walk forests on Poivre Island

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Mahe / Mahe

Activities

Hiking, Fishing, Scuba Diving, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 15-day Coralline Seychelles & Inner Islands expedition aboard Aqua Lares. Snorkel vibrant reefs, kayak clear lagoons, scuba dive Astove Wall, encounter giant tortoises, explore coconut forests, and observe rare seabirds across remote islands in the Indian Ocean.

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from $9,610

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Madagascar & South Africa

Durban to Nosy Be - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Explore Durban cultural city
• Experience snorkeling at Nosy Hara
• See Nosy Komba lemurs
• Experience Zulu heritage excursions

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Durban / Nosy Be

Activities

Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Durban to Nosy Be aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore Richards Bay’s wildlife reserves, Toliara’s botanical treasures, Morondava’s baobabs, Majunga’s Cirque Rouge, Nosy Komba’s lemurs, Nosy Hara’s marine life, and Nosy Be’s forests and beaches.

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from $4,108

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Complete Egypt Adventure

12 Day Itinerary

• Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara tour
• Grand Egyptian Museum visit
• Nile cruise with temple stops
• Luxor tombs and temples tour
• Temple of Hathor at Dendarah
• Red Sea beach and desert trip

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Cairo / Cairo

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration, Biking

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Egypt on a 12-day tour with visits to the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, Memphis, Saqqara, Dashour, and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Cruise the Nile from Aswan to Luxor, stopping at Philae, Kom Ombo, and Edfu. Explore Luxor’s temples and tombs, visit Dendarah, then unwind by the Red Sea in Hurghada before ending in Old Cairo.

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from $15,310

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South Africa and Namibia by Sea - with Smithsonian Journeys

Durban to Walvis Bay - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Xhosa heritage village visit
• Visit Cape Town and Table Mountain
• Spot Walvis Bay flamingo colony
• See Luderitz colonial architecture

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Durban / Walvis Bay

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on a 11-day South Africa and Namibia cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore South Africa’s Durban, East London, Port Elizabeth, and Cape Town, plus Namibia’s Luderitz. Enjoy cultural sites, wildlife, desert landscapes, ocean views.

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from $16,200

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Aldabra & the Coralline Seychelles

Roundtrip Mahe - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Explore Aldabra’s giant tortoises
• Explore Aldabra’s giant tortoises
• Kayak lagoons at Alphonse Island
• Discover Cosmoledo’s rare birds
• Walk through coconut forests

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Mahe / Mahe

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 10-day Aldabra & Coralline Seychelles voyage aboard Aqua Lares. Snorkel pristine reefs, dive the Astove Wall, encounter giant tortoises, kayak lagoons, and spot seabirds in one of the world’s most remote marine sanctuaries.

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from $6,444

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Cairo & the Nile by Luxury Dahabiya

Cairo - Aswan - 10 Day Itinerary

• Pyramids, Sphinx, and museum tour
• Luxury Nile Dahabiya sailing cruise
• Guided visit to Karnak and Luxor
• Explore Valley of the Kings tombs
• Philae Temple and felucca sailing
• Old Cairo walk and bazaar shopping

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Cairo / Cairo

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore Egypt on a 10-day tour from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan. Visit the Pyramids, Sphinx, and Grand Egyptian Museum. Cruise the Nile on a luxury Dahabiya, stopping at Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, and Kom Ombo. In Aswan, see Philae Temple, sail on a felucca, and visit a Nubian village. Optional trip to Abu Simbel.

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from $3,200

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Cruise through the Canary Island Archipelago, eternal Springtime

Tenerife to Lanzarote - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle des Océans

• Visit Mount Teide and Tenerife
• Uncover La Palma's beauty
• Experience La Gomera's charm
• Uncover Fuerteventura’s secrets
• Enjoy Timanfaya tastings and views

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Santa Cruz de Tenerife / Arrecife

Activities

Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting, Festival Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through the breathtaking Canary Islands, from Tenerife’s Teide National Park to Lanzarote’s Timanfaya and volcanic vineyards. Experience historic towns, unique traditions, and local delicacies on this 8-day cruise aboard MV La Belle des Océans.

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from $8,340

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Safari Cruise along the Zambezi River, South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe

Lake Kariba to Victoria Falls - 9 Day Itinerary aboard African Dream

• Explore Impalila Island villages
• Explore Chobe National Park
• Discover Matusadona’s rare wildlife
• Walk Victoria Falls viewpoints

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Johannesburg / Victoria Falls

Activities

Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Sail aboard the African Dream on a 9-day cruise through southern Africa’s most iconic landscapes. This journey combines land, river, and air to offer an immersive look at Africa’s nature, history, and culture, without backtracking or long overland drives.

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from $24,990

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Seychelles and Indian Ocean Adventure

Mahe - Mombasa - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia

• Explore La Digue’s pink beaches
• Discover Praslin’s lush jungle
• Experience Amirante’s atolls
• Observe Aldabra’s unique wildlife

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Mahe / Mombasa

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Variable

Embark on a 13-day cruise from Mahe to Mombasa aboard the Emerald Kaia, exploring the Seychelles' islands like La Digue and Praslin, and the remote Farquhar Atoll. Experience unique wildlife, stunning scenery, and cultural gems like Kilwa Kisiwani's ancient mosque and Zanzibar's coastal beauty.

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from $4,130

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Westbound Atlantic Ocean Crossing

Malaga - Bridgetown - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• Visit Safi port
• View Arrecife golden sand beach
• See Bridgetown Trafalgar Square
• View Las Palmas volcanic crater

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Malaga / Bridgetown

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 23-day transatlantic cruise from Malaga to Barbados on the Star Clipper, exploring stunning sites like the Alhambra in Spain, the Hassan II Mosque in Morocco, and the volcanic landscapes of the Canary Islands. Conclude your journey in Bridgetown, Barbados, visiting historic landmarks.

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West Africa Coast & Atlantic Islands Cruise

Dakar to Lisbon - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Discover Dakar culture
• Relax on Sal beaches
• Stroll Santa Cruz
• Explore Lisbon landmarks

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Dakar / Lisbon

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 11-day cruise from Dakar to Lisbon aboard SH Diana. Explore Dakar’s lively Medina, Cape Verde’s golden beaches, Santa Cruz de la Palma’s colonial streets, and Funchal’s gardens. Enjoy relaxing sea days, onboard lectures, and time in Lisbon, where historic quarters, Gothic sites, and pastel de nata await before the journey’s end.

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from $7,347

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Tanzania: Full Northern Circuit

11 Day Itinerary

• Explore Tarangire's wildlife
• Witness Lake Natron’s red waters
• See the Serengeti’s Great Migration
• Experience Tanzanian culture

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Honeyguide Tarangire Camp / Serengeti National Park

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience an 11-day Tanzania safari tour visiting Tarangire National Park, Lake Natron, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti. Witness diverse wildlife, explore unique landscapes, and engage in unforgettable cultural activities.

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from $4,244

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Highlights of Egypt by Land

11 Day Itinerary

• Great Pyramids and Sphinx visit
• Memphis and Saqqara discovery
• Grand Egyptian Museum tour
• Karnak and Luxor Temples walk
• Visit Edfu and Kom Ombo
• Khan el-Khalili bazaar stroll

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Cairo / Cairo

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Egypt on an 11-day tour from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan. Visit the Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara, and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Explore Karnak, Luxor, and Philae Temples, Valley of the Kings, and a Nubian village. Optional tours include Abu Simbel and a Nile felucca ride before ending in Cairo’s Old City and Khan El Khalili bazaar.

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from $12,679

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Active Namibia Flying Safari

11 Day Itinerary

• Explore Sossusvlei and Camp Sossus
• Experience Strand Hotel Swakopmund
• Onduli Ridge exploration
• Game drives in Etosha and Onguma

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Windhoek / Windhoek

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

Join a 11-day Namibian adventure, starting at Habitas Namibia in Windhoek with nature walks and wellness activities. Explore Sossusvlei’s dunes, picnic at Sesriem Canyon, and visit Swakopmund for desert cycling and scenic flights. Track elephants in Damaraland, then end with game drives at Onguma near Etosha.

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from $13,950

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Cruise West Africa: Cultures and Wild Coasts

Tema to Dakar - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Visit Monrovia’s National Museum
• Cruise through Bijagos Archipelago
• Stroll through Takoradi’s markets
• Explore Accra’s historic forts

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Tema / Dakar

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Variable

Join this 15-day West African cruise from Tema to Dakar aboard SH Diana. Immerse yourself in local culture, markets, and cuisine. Visit Elmina Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover Takoradi's markets and venture into the lush Kakum National Park, then cruise to Monrovia to explore its bustling markets and rich history.

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