South Africa Cruises

from $8,100

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South Africa and Namibia by Sea: Around the Cape of Good Hope – with Smithsonian Journeys

Durban - Walvis Bay - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

Starts / Ends

Durban / Walvis Bay

Activities

Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail aboard Le Bougainville on an 11-day voyage through South Africa and Namibia. Discover Durban's multicultural charm, spot wildlife in Port Elizabeth, and admire Cape Town's iconic Table Mountain. In Namibia, explore Lderitz’s historic sites and marvel at Walvis Bay's unique ecosystem, where the desert meets the Atlantic.

• Lectures with Smithsonian Experts
• Visit UNESCO site of Robben Island
• Observe wildlife at Walvis Bay
• Hike to the top of Table Mountain

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from $14,795

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Stars of South Africa

15 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen

Starts / Ends

Cape Town / Johannesburg

Activity Level

Variable

This two-week adventure combines a stay in Cape Town, a river cruise aboard the Zambezi Queen, and a stay in the private Tintswalo Atlantic game lodge. Experience the best of South Africa with the opportunity to visit national parks, take game drives, and visit Victoria Falls, all in one itinerary!

• Tour famous wineries
• Take a cable car ride
• Drive through Chobe National Park
• Experience the local culture

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from $15,345

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Wildlife and the Falls

Roundtrip Johannesburg - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen

Starts / Ends

Johannesburg / Johannesburg

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 13-day river cruise with stays in Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and Kruger Park aboard the Zambezi Queen. Enjoy wildlife adventures in Chobe National Park and thrilling game drives in Greater Kruger while ticking the “Big Five” off your bucket list.

• Cruise along Botswana’s Chobe River
• Spot wildlife in Chobe Park
• Witness majestic Victoria Falls
• Explore historic Soweto sites

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from $12,045

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Discover Africa

Cape Town - Johannesburg - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen

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Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the Zambezi Queen from Cape Town to Johannesburg, featuring three nights in Cape Town with iconic sites like Table Mountain and Boulders Beach. Experience a Chobe River safari near Victoria Falls, concluding with two nights at this natural wonder.

• Explore Cape Town’s iconic beauty
• Visit Cape Point's stunning reserve
• Spot penguins at Boulders Beach
• Savor wine in Cape Winelands

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from $12,382

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Southern Africa: Travel to the Ends of the Earth with Extended Stay at the Cape Peninsula

Port-to-Port Cruise - 13 Day Itinerary aboard African Dream

Starts / Ends

Cape Town / Victoria Falls

Activity Level

Variable

Travel from Cape Town to Victoria Falls, experiencing history, nature, and wildlife along the way. Embark on a 4-day cruise exploring Lake Kariba aboard African Dream. This adventure includes city tours, wildlife encounters, and offers a diverse and immersive exploration of Southern Africa.

• Cape Town city tour
• Visit Robben Island's prison
• Explore Cape of Good Hope
• Discover Namibian culture

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from $15,485

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Rivers & Rails of Africa

Cape Town - Johannesburg - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen

Activity Level

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Embark on a 14-day cruise featuring three nights in Cape Town and a wildlife safari on the Zambezi Queen along the Chobe River. After exploring Victoria Falls, enjoy a luxurious journey on Rovos Rail through Zimbabwe and South Africa, complete with fine dining and stunning scenery.

• Enjoy a cable car up Table Mountain
• Discover local vineyards
• Visit Kasenu Village
• Safari through Chobe National Park

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from $19,380

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Cruise from Kenya to South Africa

Mombasa to Cape Town - 19 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

Starts / Ends

Mombasa / Cape Town

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 19-day cruise from Kenya to South Africa aboard SH Diana, exploring Zanzibar, Madagascar, and Tanzania. Walk through historic forts, visit spice markets, and relax on pristine beaches. This cruise blends history, culture, and natural wonders for an unforgettable experience.

• Visit Zanzibar’s Stone Town
• Discover Kilwa Kivinje’s ruins
• Spot lemurs in Lokobe Reserve
• Birdwatch in Richards Bay wetlands

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from $19,520

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Golden Trails of Africa

Johannesburg - Arusha - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen

Starts / Ends

Johannesburg / Arusha

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 17-day cruise with stays in Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and Tanzania aboard the Zambezi Queen. Enjoy thrilling safaris, visit Victoria Falls, explore Tanzania’s wildlife, and search for the Big Five in the Serengeti.

• Take a safari in search of wildlife
• Discover Ngorongoro’s vast crater
• Explore vibrant Soweto’s history
• Spot Big Five in Serengeti

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from $9,780

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Madagascar & South Africa

Nosy Be - Durban - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

Starts / Ends

Nosy Be / Durban

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• 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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from $4,480

$100 Dep.

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Cruising in Namibia: The Skeleton Coast

Cape Town to Luanda - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

Starts / Ends

Cape Town / Luanda

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

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.

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

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from $15,580

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South Atlantic Cruise: from South Africa to Antarctica

Cape Town to Ushuaia - 22 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

Starts / Ends

Cape Town / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

This 22-day Africa to America Antarctic Epic Expedition Cruise departs from Cape Town, South Africa, and sails south to the Antarctic Peninsula. Along the way, see glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife, such as penguins, seals, and whales. Visit some of the most important historical sites in Antarctica, including Port Lockroy and the Shackleton Icefall.

• Discover Cape Town
• Explore the South Shetland Islands
• Enter the Antarctic Peninsula
• Zodiac cruises
• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula

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from $8,145

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

9 Day Itinerary aboard African Dream

Starts / Ends

Johannesburg / Victoria Falls

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.

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

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from $8,340

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Southern Africa: Travel to the Ends of the Earth

9 Day Itinerary aboard Zimbabwean Dream

Starts / Ends

Johannesburg / Victoria Falls

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

From Johannesburg, South Africa, enjoy this 9-day exploration cruise of Southern Africa aboard the luxurious Zimbabwean Dream. Get an up-close experience of the region's wildlife, observe the grandness of Victoria Falls, and meet the locals. Along the way you'll visit Chobe National Park, Lake Kariba, and other top destinations.

• Hike to Victoria Falls
• Look for wildlife
• Discover Impalila Island
• Visit Chobe National Park

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from $13,380

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South Atlantic Cruise: From Antarctica to South Africa

Ushuaia - Cape Town - 22 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Cape Town

Activities

Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Observe penguins, seals, and whales
• Explore the wildlife of Antarctica
• Navigate through towering icebergs
• See different seabird species

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from $64,710

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Unexplored East Antarctica & French Southern Lands

Hobart, Tasmania - Cape Town - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Starts / Ends

Hobart / Cape Town

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration, Kayaking, Spa Relaxation, Hiking, Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• 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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