West Africa Wildlife Viewing Trips & Safaris

Embark on an 8-day cruise along the Gambia River aboard the Harmony V, exploring wildlife and local culture from Banjul to Tendaba. Enjoy guided tours, optional excursions to national parks, and visits to UNESCO sites like Kunta Kinteh Island before returning to Banjul.

Join this 15-day journey along West Africa’s coast, visiting vibrant cities and remote islands. Explore Daka's rich culture and bustling markets. Discover Banjul's colonial architecture before heading to the Bijagos Archipelago for a glimpse into local traditions and untouched nature. End your adventure in Ghana’s fast-paced capital.

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.

Explore the Mediterranean islands on a 16-day Atlantic Island Chronicles cruise from Cabo Verde to the Azores aboard National Geographic Orion. Discover rich history, volcanic vistas, world-class wine and cheese, and fishing villages. Sail through Cabo Verde, and the Azores, uncovering scenic trails, hidden ports, and UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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.

Join this 15-day West African cruise from Ghana to Angola aboard SH Diana, visiting destinations like Lome, Cotonou, Sao Tome, and Gabon. Highlights include Ghana’s forts, Lome’s voodoo market, Cotonou’s stilt village, and Gabon’s rainforests, with opportunities to relax on Macaco Beach and explore Luanda’s modern transformation.

Embark on this 15-day cruise in Southwest 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.

Join this 11-day Atlantic cruise from Portugal to Senegal aboard SH Diana. Visit Funchal on Madeira Island, famous for its lush gardens and cable car rides. Explore the picturesque streets of Santa Cruz de la Palma and Tenerife’s volcanic landscapes. Discover the bustling port of Nouadhibou and the cultural hub of Nouakchott.

Experience an 8-day cruise on the Harmony V through Senegal and Gambia, visiting UNESCO sites and vibrant cultures. Explore the Sine-Saloum Delta, wildlife-rich national parks, and historic locations like Kunta Kinteh Island, concluding your journey in Dakar.

Join a 43-day Atlantic Odyssey aboard the MV Plancius, traveling from Ushuaia to Praia with stops at the Antarctic Peninsula and Cape Verde. Cruise south to Antarctica to see vast frozen landscapes and wildlife like whales, seals, and penguins. Follow migratory paths of Arctic Terns and whales north, then sail from St. Helena to Cape Verde.