African Small Ship Cruises

from $9,780

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Madagascar & South Africa

Nosy Be - Durban - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Diverse cultural landscapes
• Gardens and sandstone formations
• Lemurs and limestone formations
• South Africa's natural landscapes
• Hluhluwe Park’s diverse wildlife
• Durban's history and Zulu culture

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Nosy Be / Durban

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Join a 12-day cruise from Nosy Be to Durban aboard Le Bougainville, exploring Madagascar and South Africa. Visit Nosy Be’s beaches, Toliara’s gardens, and Mahajanga’s red rock formations. See baobab trees in Morondava, lemurs on Nosy Komba, and Nosy Hara’s limestone formations. Stop in Richards Bay for a safari before ending in Durban.

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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

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Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing

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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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from $7,575

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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

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Spa Relaxation

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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 $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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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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from $13,950

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Cultures & Traditions of Central Africa

Luanda to Tema - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Explore Luanda's Iron Palace
• See Gabon's rainforests & wildlife
• Swim at Príncipe’s Macaco Beach
• Trek through Diosso Gorge

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Luanda / Ghana

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Whale Watching

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Embark on this 15-day cruise in Central Africa from Luanda to Tema aboard SH Diana. Discover historic landmarks like the Iron Palace and São Miguel Fortress. Enjoy the natural wonders of Gabon and São Tomé’s rainforests. Explore lively cities like Cotonou, Benin, Lome, and Togo, rich with vibrant markets, voodoo traditions, and colonial history.

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from $19,735

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Exploring Cabo Verde, the Canary Islands and the Azores

Cabo Verde - Azores - 15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

• Visit UNESCO sites
• Discover Madeira's flora and fauna
• Learn the volcanic history
• Local traditions and architecture
• Discover Azores' food scene

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Praia / Sao Miguel

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Sail the Atlantic on a 15-day voyage aboard National Geographic Orion. Explore Cabo Verde, the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores with hikes, culture, and whale-watching.

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from $5,750

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Cruise from Senegal to Morocco

Dakar to Casablanca - 9 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Stroll Nouakchott’s Fishermen Beach
• Explore Nouadhibou’s Cap Blanc
• Visit Arrecife’s stunning lagoon
• Tour Safi’s pottery workshops

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Dakar / Casablanca

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Set sail on this 9-day cruise from Dakar to Casablanca aboard SH Diana, exploring the vibrant cultures of Senegal, Mauritania, and Morocco. Explore Arrecife’s volcanic landscapes on Lanzarote Island. In Agadir, Stroll along sunlit beaches in Agadir. Visit Safi, renowned for its pottery and historic sites.

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from $5,499

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Majestic Morocco & Iberia

Las Palmas - Lisbon - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Walk Lanzarote volcanic paths
• Visit Agadir hilltop fortress
• Climb Cadiz Torre Tavira
• Explore the Casablanca market

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Las Palmas / Lisbon

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Sail aboard World Voyager on a 10-day cruise through Morocco, Spain, and Portugal. Visit Arrecife’s volcanic landscapes, explore Tangier’s Kasbah, and experience Agadir’s medina. Discover Cádiz’s Torre Tavira and Lisbon’s historic gems. Immerse yourself in iconic sites and local traditions, blending culture, history, and scenic beauty on this remarkable cruise.

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from $2,550

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St. Helena to Cape Verde

St. Helena - Cape Verde - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Sail along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge
• Cross the equator at sea
• See volcanic landscapes and shores
• Stroll the Praia streets

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St. Helena Island / Praia

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Set sail on an exciting 11-day cruise from St. Helena to the Cape Verde Islands aboard the MV Plancius. Discover the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, an underwater mountain range spanning 10,000 miles. Explore the historic Cidade Velha in Praia, built to defend against English attackers. This cruise can only be booked as part of a combination cruise.

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from $2,320

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Morocco & Canary Islands

Malaga - Las Palmas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• See Malaga’s fortress palace
• Wander Casablanca’s Medina
• Explore Arrecife’s drawbridge
• Visit Las Palmas Casa Colon

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Malaga / Las Palmas

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Local Market Visits

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Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Malaga to Las Palmas aboard the Star Clipper, exploring highlights like the Alcazaba, the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, and Arrecife's Castillo de San Gabriel. Conclude your journey in Las Palmas, visiting the Casa Colon and the Caldera de Bandama.

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from $9,725

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Cruising in Namibia: The Skeleton Coast

Cape Town to Luanda - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Birdwatching at Saldanha Bay
• Visit Kolmanskop ghost town
• Explore Namibe’s colonial sites
• See Cape fur seals at Pelican Point

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Cape Town / Luanda

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Urban Exploration

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Embark on a 13-day African coastal cruise from Cape Town to Luanda aboard SH Diana and explore Cape Town’s vibrant waterfront, Saldanha Bay’s rich birdlife, and Luderitz's German architecture. This adventure combines scenic landscapes, rich history, and diverse ecosystems, offering a captivating African coastal adventure.

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from $7,850

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Atlantic Horizons: From Portugal to the Canary Islands

Lisbon to Dakar - 10 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Taste Madeira wines
• Explore Santa Cruz de la Palma
• Visit Santa Cruz de Tenerife
• Explore Nouakchott sites

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Lisbon / Dakar

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Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard SH Diana starting in Lisbon and ending in Dakar. Explore Funchal, Santa Cruz de la Palma, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Dakhla, Nouadhibou, and Nouakchott. Engage in guided excursions, cultural visits, wine tastings, markets, nature sites, and coastal viewpoints while traveling across the Atlantic and Western Sahara.

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from $2,970

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Morocco & Canary Islands

Malaga - Las Palmas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer

• Enjoy Malaga's Alhambra
• Wander Tangier’s eclectic streets
• Ascend Gibraltar’s Rock
• Discover Cadiz’s palm-lined streets

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Malaga / Las Palmas

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Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Malaga to the Canary Islands aboard the Star Flyer, exploring Granada's Moorish architecture and Tangier's cultural mix. Visit Lanzarote's volcanic sites, learn about the Guanche on Tenerife, and end in Las Palmas with historic and volcanic sites.

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from $3,610

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Suez Canal Crossing

Safaga - Piraeus - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer

• Discover Safaga’s Red Sea coast
• Transit the Suez Canal
• Explore Cairo from Port Said
• Walk Rhodes’ Old Town

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Safaga / Piraeus

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Embark on a 12-day cruise from Safaga to Athens aboard the Star Flyer, exploring Egypt's historic sites and Greece's stunning islands. Enjoy visits to the Suez Canal, Alexandria, Rhodes, Santorini, and more.

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from $10,695

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A Maritime Fairy Tale from 1001 Nights

Malaga - Las Palmas - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II

• Explore historic Malaga landmarks
• Discover Gibraltar’s cultural mix
• Walk Cadiz old town
• Explore Casablanca and Rabat

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Malaga / Las Palmas

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Village Visits

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Join an 11-day voyage from Malaga to Las Palmas aboard Sea Cloud II. Explore the restored old city of Malaga, the cultural mix of Gibraltar, historic Cadiz, and Morocco’s imperial sites in Casablanca and Rabat. Continue to Agadir, Lanzarote’s volcanic landscapes, and finish in Gran Canaria.

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from $2,450

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St. Helena to Cape Verde

St Helena - Praia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Sail along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge
• See Jacob’s Ladder island views
• Witness northbound spring migration
• Visit Cidade Velha in Praia

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St. Helena Island / Cape Verde Islands

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Board MV Hondius on this 11-day cruise from St. Helena to the Cape Verde Islands. Witness the northbound spring migration of birds like Arctic Terns & Long-tailed Skuas in crossing the Equator. Sail the Mid-Atlantic ridge, and spot endemic birds on Boatswain Bird Island. This cruise can only be booked as part of a combination cruise.

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from $15,695

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The Sands of Time

Las Palmas - Lisbon - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Tour Haria’s Valley of 1,000 Palms
• Explore Timanfaya National Park
• Visit Marrakech’s Bahia Palace
• Discover Tangier’s Kasbah

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Las Palmas / Lisbon

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Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Wine Tasting, Land & Sea Exploration

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Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle to explore the histories of the Canary Islands, Morocco, Spain, and Portugal. Visit key sites that highlight their shared past, including ancient medinas, vibrant cities, and significant cultural landmarks.

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from $11,500

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Atlantic Odyssey, Excluding Antarctic Peninsula

Ushuaia to St. Helena - 24 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Cross the Antarctic Convergence
• Visit colonies of penguins & seals
• Discover endemic birds in Jamestown
• Observe millions of seabirds
• Explore St. Helena Island

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Port of Ushuaia / St. Helena Island

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Join the MV Hondius for this unique 24-day cruise exploration of South Georgia, Gough Island, Tristan da Cunha archipelago, and St. Helena. Discover rare and unprecedented wildlife and enjoy the spectacular scenic waterway.

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