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Experience the wonders of South Africa on a small ship cruise with Adventure Life this year. Join us on a journey to Cape Town, where you can embark on unforgettable expeditions like the Africa to America Antarctic Epic and the South Atlantic Semi-Circumnavigation. Explore Cape Town's rich history and culture, then set sail to the Antarctic Peninsula, witnessing diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes along the way. From wildlife viewing to photography seminars, each tour offers a unique blend of activities suitable for all levels of adventurers. Whether you're exploring Maputo's Soviet-style buildings or sailing to Mozambique's islands, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss out on the chance to discover the extraordinary beauty of Southern Africa - contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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from $4,480
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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, Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits
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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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Dozens of Adelie Penguins gather on an ice flow in the seawater near Brown Bluff on the Antarctica Peninsula.
from $13,380
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South Atlantic Cruise: From Antarctica to South Africa

Ushuaia - Cape Town - 22 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Observe penguins, seals, and whales
  • Explore the wildlife of Antarctica
  • Navigate through towering icebergs
  • See different seabird species
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Buenos Aires / Cape Town
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Photography Seminars
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Set sail on a 22-day cruise from Ushuaia to Cape Town aboard the SH Diana. This polar adventure offers a chance to explore remote and pristine locations with opportunities to see penguins, seals, and whales, combined with learning experiences and onboard relaxation.
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from $33,900
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Cape Town to Lisbon

42 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Wind
  • Explore West Coast of Africa
  • Explore lagoons, mountains, wildlif
  • Discover Walvis Bay, Bombom Island
  • Overnight at Lomé and Tema
  • Trip to the Bijagos Archipelago
  • Explore Lisbon
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Cape Town / Lisbon
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Village Visits
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Embark on a 40-day Cape Town to Lisbon Cruise aboard Silver Wind exploring remote destinations along the West Coast of Africa and the Atlantic Islands. Experience Walvis Bay, Bom Bom Island, Pointe Noire, with overnight stays in Lomé and Tema. Continue to the Bijagos Archipelago, Santiago Island, the Canary Islands, concluding in Lisbon.
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Adelie penguins
from $64,710
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Unexplored East Antarctica & French Southern Lands

Hobart, Tasmania - Cape Town - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Trace footsteps of explorers
  • Set sail from Hobart
  • Navigate through coastal ice floes
  • wildlife of the Southern Ocean
  • eastern side of Antarctica
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Hobart / Cape Town
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Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Spa Relaxation, Hiking, Whale Watching
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Sail on a 29-day half-circumnavigation of Antarctica aboard Le Commandant Charcot from Tasmania to the southern tip of Africa. Follow the paths of explorers, witness icebergs and glaciers, and visit Australian research stations Casey and Davis.
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