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South Africa Archaeological Tours

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Take a trip back in time on one of these 7 South Africa archaeology tours in 2026. Explore ruins, excavations, and archaeology digs near hot spots such as Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Durban, Mossel Bay, and Richard's Bay on a guided private or small group tour with an exceptional multi-lingual guide aided by historians and archaeologists. These 7 archaeology trips also afford plenty of opportunities to enjoy Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Snorkeling, and Urban Exploration. Tell one of our South Africa travel experts about your ideal archaeology trip they will help you start planning a seamless adventure.
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Elephants cooling down with a mud bath, Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa
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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
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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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Elephants cooling down with a mud bath, Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa
from $8,860
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Namibian & South African Coastlines

Walvis Bay to Durban - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Spot flamingos in Walvis Bay lagoon
  • See Cape fur seals in Pelican Point
  • Hike Cape St. Blaize trail
  • Explore Addo Elephant National Park
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Walvis Bay / Durban
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Take an 11-day cruise from Walvis Bay to Durban aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Experience Walvis Bay’s birdlife and seal colonies, Lüderitz’s colonial history, Cape Town’s Table Mountain, Mossel Bay’s wildlife, and Port Elizabeth’s Addo elephants. Enjoy days at sea with spa, fitness, lectures, and ocean views before ending in multicultural Durban.
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Table Mountain and Cape Town Harbour, South Africa
from $7,960
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Namibian and South African Coastlines

Walvis Bay to Richards Bay - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Addo Elephant Park safari
  • Hermanus coastal port call
  • Chapman's Peak scenic drive
  • Table Mountain experience tour
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Walvis Bay / Richard's Bay
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Urban Exploration, Hiking
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Sail aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville from Walvis Bay to Richards Bay on a 12-day cruise. Explore Namibia’s coastal desert, visit Kolmanskop ghost town, and spot seals and dolphins at Pelican Point. Discover Cape Town’s landmarks. Travel along South Africa’s coast through Hermanus, Mossel Bay, and Port Elizabeth, and enjoy a safari in Addo Elephant Park.
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Cape Town sunset
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Cape Currents & Safari Shores

Cape Town to Mombasa - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Atlas Adventurer
  • Explore Cape Town heritage
  • Discover Mozambique’s historic site
  • Encounter Madagascar’s unique lands
  • Explore Zanzibar’s Swahili culture
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Cape Town / Mombasa
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Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Snorkeling, Whale Watching
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Explore the Indian Ocean on a 15-day cruise from Cape Town to Mombasa aboard Atlas Adventurer. Discover South Africa’s historic landmarks and wildlife, Mozambique’s coastal heritage, Madagascar’s baobabs, and Zanzibar’s Swahili culture, with scenic days at sea connecting diverse destinations across southern and eastern Africa and marine life.
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The tranquil tropical views of Madagascar
from $9,140
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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
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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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Cape Town sunset
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Swahili Coast

Mombasa - Cape Town - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Atlas Adventurer
  • Explore Zanzibar Heritage
  • Visit Madagascar Landscapes
  • Discover South Africa
  • Experience African Wildlife
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Mombasa / Cape Town
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Explore East and Southern Africa on this 15-day cruise from Mombasa, Kenya to Cape Town, South Africa aboard Atlas Adventurer. Visit Tanzania, Mozambique, Madagascar, and South Africa, discover UNESCO World Heritage sites, experience Indian Ocean crossings, and explore historic towns, wildlife reserves, beaches, and coastal cities.
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Cape Town sunset
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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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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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