13-Night South Africa Intensive Voyage

13 nights from £1,495pp departing Thursday 21st Dec 2023

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	21st21	DecDec	202323	Cape Town, South Africa, embark on the Azamara Pursuit		18:00
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.
	22nd22	DecDec	202323	At Sea
	23rd23	DecDec	202323	Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth), South Africa	07:00	22:00
Originally the home of the San and Khoisan people and later the Xhosa tribe, the area now known as Gqeberha (previously Port Elizabeth) became a landing place for passing European ships after Portuguese navigator Bartolomew Diaz arrived in Algoa Bay in 1488. As part of the Cape Colony, the British occupied the area during the Napoleonic Wars and it was they who built Fort Frederick here in 1799. Twenty-one years later 4,000 settlers arrived, becoming the first permanent British residents of South Africa and Gqeberha. Sir Rufane Donkin, Acting Governor of the Cape Colony, founded Port Elizabeth, naming the settlement after his late wife. The town underwent rapid growth after 1873 following the construction of the railway to Kimberley, and is now one of the country’s major seaports. Like most South African cities, miles of beautiful coastline surround Gqeberha. Algoa Bay combines warm water and fair breezes, making it a mecca for swimmers and water sports enthusiasts. Those interested in history can follow the Donkin Heritage Trail, past a succession of Victorian and Edwardian town houses, trim gardens and neo-Gothic churches. Just outside the town are a number of game reserves, including the famous Addo Elephant National Park.
	24th24	DecDec	202323	At Sea
	25th25	DecDec	202323	Richards Bay, South Africa	08:00
South Africa’s largest harbour is located on a lagoon on the Mhlatuze River on the northern coast of KwaZulu-Natal and takes its name from Admiral Sir F W Richards who sailed into the bay to deliver supplies to the troops during the Anglo/Zulu War of 1879. The Richards Bay lagoon was declared a game reserve in 1935, when conservationists objected to the growing industrialisation here. This however did nothing to halt development. Instead a compromise was agreed and a wall was built across the length of the bay to divide the lagoon. The north side became the seaport and the south remained a sanctuary for waterfowl and wildlife. The lagoon is famous for being the site where the longest crocodile ever recorded was shot by hunter John Dunn - it measured over 20 feet. The town was built on the shores of the lagoon in 1954 and although it was only a small fishing community in the 1960s, the development of the deep water harbour and railway in 1976 prompted the growth of the much larger township you see today. The bustling town is now a popular holiday destination with its unspoilt beaches at the edge of the Indian Ocean, year-round sunshine and excellent recreational facilities including surfing and fishing. It is also an excellent gateway to Zululand and the KwaZulu wildlife reserves. Richards Bay has recently undergone a major renovation that has given the town a Caribbean feel.
	26th26	DecDec	202323	Richards Bay, South Africa		14:00
South Africa’s largest harbour is located on a lagoon on the Mhlatuze River on the northern coast of KwaZulu-Natal and takes its name from Admiral Sir F W Richards who sailed into the bay to deliver supplies to the troops during the Anglo/Zulu War of 1879. The Richards Bay lagoon was declared a game reserve in 1935, when conservationists objected to the growing industrialisation here. This however did nothing to halt development. Instead a compromise was agreed and a wall was built across the length of the bay to divide the lagoon. The north side became the seaport and the south remained a sanctuary for waterfowl and wildlife. The lagoon is famous for being the site where the longest crocodile ever recorded was shot by hunter John Dunn - it measured over 20 feet. The town was built on the shores of the lagoon in 1954 and although it was only a small fishing community in the 1960s, the development of the deep water harbour and railway in 1976 prompted the growth of the much larger township you see today. The bustling town is now a popular holiday destination with its unspoilt beaches at the edge of the Indian Ocean, year-round sunshine and excellent recreational facilities including surfing and fishing. It is also an excellent gateway to Zululand and the KwaZulu wildlife reserves. Richards Bay has recently undergone a major renovation that has given the town a Caribbean feel.
	27th27	DecDec	202323	At Sea
	28th28	DecDec	202323	Durban, South Africa	09:00
Durban, a glistening jewel on the south-east coast of Africa, is the third largest city in South Africa and the major city of KwaZulu-Natal. It has been a centre of sea trade since before colonisation and now has a flourishing artistic centre, which perfectly complements the vibrant markets and rich cultures of the city. Durban’s port is a natural half-moon harbour lined with white sand and azure water, punctuated by the port’s many piers which reach into the water like the leaves of a fan. The beaches of Durban’s famous Golden Mile stretch along the harbour and are popular all year round, as travellers and locals alike enjoy Durban’s warm, humid summers and mild, dry winters.
	29th29	DecDec	202323	Durban, South Africa		14:00
Durban, a glistening jewel on the south-east coast of Africa, is the third largest city in South Africa and the major city of KwaZulu-Natal. It has been a centre of sea trade since before colonisation and now has a flourishing artistic centre, which perfectly complements the vibrant markets and rich cultures of the city. Durban’s port is a natural half-moon harbour lined with white sand and azure water, punctuated by the port’s many piers which reach into the water like the leaves of a fan. The beaches of Durban’s famous Golden Mile stretch along the harbour and are popular all year round, as travellers and locals alike enjoy Durban’s warm, humid summers and mild, dry winters.
	30th30	DecDec	202323	At Sea
	31st31	DecDec	202323	Cape Town, South Africa	18:00
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.
	1st01	JanJan	202424	Cape Town, South Africa
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.
	2nd02	JanJan	202424	Cape Town, South Africa
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.
	3rd03	JanJan	202424	Cape Town, South Africa, disembark the Azamara Pursuit
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.

Azamara Pursuit

Launch Year

2001

Refit Year

2018

Tonnage

30,277

Capacity

690

Cabins

345

Accessible

Deck 5

Deck 4

Deck 8

Deck 7

Deck 6

Deck 11

Deck 10

Deck 9

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Club Continent Suite

The Club Continents suites are our smaller suites, yet spacious and comfortable. These suites, too, are transformed with a completely new décor inspired by nature’s elements of water, sand, wood and stone. They feature two lower beds convertible to queen size, comfortable sitting area, a spacious, newly decorated bathroom – either with a bath tub or shower, large flat-screen TV, mini-bar, and plenty of other fine amenities. A wonderful and refined home away from home.

Features:

Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed
Spacious and comfortable sitting area
55” flat-screen television in sitting area
Roomy bathroom with shower. Some also feature a tub.
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
Veranda
Mini-bar
Thermostat-controlled air conditioner
Direct-dial telephone with voice mail
Writing desk
In-room safe
Hand-held hair dryer
USB ports under bedside reading lamps

Complimentary Features:

Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
Terry bathrobes and slippers
24-hour room service
Fresh-cut flowers
Tote bag
Use of umbrella
Shoe shine-service
Turndown treats
Daily news bulletin
Complimentary Internet (240 minutes or 50% off the unlimited internet package)*
One free bag of laundry service per suite, each seven days*
Complimentary specialty dining

Club Interior Stateroom

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
Z	Interior Guarantee	£1,495	£1,495
11	Club Interior Stateroom (Deck 6,7, Fwd)	£1,876	£1,876
10	Club Interior Stateroom (Deck 7, Mid)	£1,927	£1,927
9	Club Interior Stateroom (Deck 8, Mid/Fwd)	£1,980	£1,980

Welcome to your vacation home with ocean views, sea breezes, and all the style and amenities of a boutique hotel. Relax with plush cotton robes and slippers, French bath products, fresh flowers, and 24-hour room service. Our goal is to make you comfortable so you can spend more time on important things. Like exploring the world.

Features:

Two lower beds convertible to one Queen size bed
40” flat-screen television
Mini-bar
Thermostat-controlled air conditioner
Direct-dial telephone with voice mail
Writing desk
In-room safe
Hand-held hairdryer
USB ports under bedside reading lamps

Complimentary Features:

Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
Terry bathrobes and slippers
24-hour room service
Fresh-cut flowers
Tote bag
Use of umbrella
Shoe shine-service
Turndown treats
Daily news bulletin

Club Ocean Suite

When you step inside your Club Ocean Suite, you step inside a large suite with elegant, contemporary décor. These suites feature new furnishings and wallpaper, plush carpeting, writings desks and more. With a large living room and a separate bedroom, and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that open to your own private veranda, your suite will be a wonderful respite from your many experiences on land. Marble master bath and dressing room with vanity make it easy and comfortable to get ready for the day—or for an evening dinner out. Large flat-screen television, mini-bar, and other fine amenities add to the comfort of the suite. You’ll be spoiled by the attention to detail in these beautiful suites, and of course, all the pampering, too.

Features:

Spacious living room with a separate master bedroom
Master bedroom with one queen size bed and a 55” flat-screen television
55” flat-screen television in living room
Marble master bathroom with shower. Journey and Quest suites feature a tub.
Dressing room with vanity and ample closet space
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in living room and master bedroom
Spacious 233 sq.ft. (21.7 sq.m.) veranda
Mini-bar
Thermostat-controlled air conditioner
Direct-dial telephone with voice mail
Writing desk
In-room safe
Hand-held hair dryer

Complimentary Features:

Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
Terry bathrobes and slippers
24-hour room service
Fresh-cut flowers
Tote bag
Use of umbrella
Shoe shine-service
Turndown treats
Daily news bulletin
Complimentary Internet (240 minutes or 100% off the unlimited internet package)
One free bag of laundry service per suite, each seven days*
Complimentary specialty dining

Club Oceanview Stateroom

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
Y	Oceanview Guarantee	£1,716	£1,716
8	Club Oceanview Stateroom (Deck 6, Obstructed)	£2,103	£2,103
6	Club Oceanview Stateroom (Deck 4, Fwd)	£2,161	£2,161
5	Club Oceanview Stateroom (Deck 4, Mid)	£2,220	£2,220
4	Club Oceanview Stateroom (Deck 6, Fwd)	£2,282	£2,282

When you book a stateroom, you'll love the polished style and stellar service in your own private retreat. You'll appreciate the finer touches included in every stateroom, but it takes more than a beautiful room to elevate a voyage from "good" to "great." With Azamara®, you'll discover just how much professional service and a friendly attitude can add to your enjoyment.

* Deck 6 only: All Club Oceanview category 08 staterooms have an obstructed view. Please note that even though category 08 Club Oceanview staterooms have obstructed views, these staterooms represent an excellent value. Each stateroom features a picture window providing natural light. You’ll find them comfortable and welcoming with all the amenities of a Club Interior Stateroom.

Features:

Two lower beds convertible to one Queen size bed
Some staterooms feature sofa bed
40” flat-screen TV
Mini-bar
Thermostat-controlled air conditioner
Direct-dial telephone with voice mail
Writing desk
In-room safe
Hand-held hairdryer
USB ports under bedside reading lamps

Complimentary Features:

Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
Terry bathrobes and slippers
24-hour room service
Fresh-cut flowers
Tote bag
Use of umbrella
Shoe shine-service
Turndown treats

Club Spa Suite

Love the feeling of being at the spa but never want to leave? With our new Club Spa Suites, you won’t have to. Located next to the tranquil Sanctum Spa, our newest suites are the ultimate in contemporary design, comfort and pampering. With easy access to the Spa, open decks, swimming pool, our great restaurants—as well as our newest venue, The Living Room, the Club Spa Suites surround you with organic, elegant décor, and the finest, most soothing amenities. Suites feature comfortable sitting area, daily delivery of healthy snacks, Frette plush robes and slippers, and in-room spa music. For the ultimate in serene surroundings, the spacious glass-enclosed spa soaking tub and separate rain shower bring the outside in, with views to the endless seas beyond. The perfect place to get away from it all. Without being far from anything.

Features:

Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed
Spacious glass-enclosed bathtub
Separate rain shower
Comfortable sitting area
55” flat-screen television in sitting area
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
Veranda
Mini-bar
Thermostat-controlled air conditioner
Direct-dial telephone with voice mail
Writing desk
In-room safe
Hand-held hair dryer

Complimentary Features:

Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
Terry bathrobes and slippers
24-hour room service
Fresh-cut flowers
Tote bag
Use of umbrella
Shoe shine-service
Turndown treats
Daily news bulletin
Complimentary Internet (240 minutes or 100% off the unlimited internet package)
One free bag of laundry service per suite, each seven days*
Complimentary specialty dining

Club World Owner's Suite

Our largest suites have been transformed to feature contemporary design elements that create an elegant and organic feel. The design draws inspiration from nature—a sandy cliff, flowing river beds, exquisite white sand beaches, and rustling grasses.

These luxurious accommodations feature a large living room with a separate bedroom, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that open to your own private veranda, marble master bath, large flat-screen television, mini-bar, and many other amenities. Enjoy everything our Club Owner’s Suites have to offer, and of course, all of the pampering that comes with them.

Features:

Spacious living room with a separate master bedroom
Master bedroom with one queen size bed and a 40” flat-screen television
55” flat-screen television in living room
Marble master bathroom with shower. Journey and Quest suites feature a tub.
Dressing room with vanity and ample closet space
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in living room and master bedroom
Spacious 233 sq.ft. (21.7 sq.m.) veranda
Mini-bar
Thermostat-controlled air conditioner
Direct-dial telephone with voice mail
Writing desk
In-room safe
Hand-held hair dryer

Complimentary Features:

Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
Terry bathrobes and slippers
24-hour room service
Fresh-cut flowers
Tote bag
Use of umbrella
Shoe shine-service
Turndown treats
Daily news bulletin
Complimentary Internet (240 minutes or 100% off the unlimited internet package)
One free bag of laundry service per suite, each seven days*
Complementary specialty dining

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Discoveries Restaurant

Discover the world through dishes and flavors from the places we visit. Whether it’s our Destination Immersion dinner buffet or the Destination Immersion cuisine on our dinner menu, give your dining a little local flavor and enjoy on shore tastes onboard! Of course, you will also enjoy a wide variety of nightly selections such as filet mignon with black truffle sauce. With its elegant yet lively dining and renewed décor, it’s easy to see why this restaurant is a hands-down favorite, the culinary heart of our ships. Gather at Discoveries Bar for drinks before or after dinner.

Reservations are not accepted. Choose being seated at a table for two or as part of a larger group of fellow guests (which we highly recommend! It’s a great way to meet new people).

The Patio and Swirl & Top

Casual “pool grill” by day. Then, fine tablecloths and flickering candles will set the mood for a sit-down al fresco dining experience by night. Taste your way around the world with exclusive personalized dishes using local flavors of the places we visit on our Destination Immersion® cuisine dinner menu served by our professional wait staff. And for a little touch of whimsy, a self-serve frozen yogurt station—Swirl & Top. With a variety of flavors and your choice of toppings, it’s the perfect way to cool off during the day or end your evening meal.

Windows Cafe

The best way to see where you are in the world is not by looking at your itinerary. It’s by checking out the menu at Windows Café! Our daily themed dinner often takes its inspiration from the region we’re visiting—Indian, Mexican, Spanish, Italian. We also create an extra live station made from local ingredients purchased in port: Greek salad made with local feta (Greece), pasta prepared with local mushrooms (Italy), fresh Mussels served with garlic bread (Netherlands). Take in the fresh breeze at an outdoor table and relax in the easy and casual atmosphere of the newly renovated Windows Café. Enjoy an intimate breakfast, lunch, or dinner for two or a lively meal for six with our flexible seating options. And speaking of choices, selections change daily. Choose from fresh sushi, stir-fry and pasta, salads, smoked lox and other cold fish, a carving station and of course, desserts.

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

The Drawing Room

This library is one of the quiet jewels of Azamara, a peaceful and beautifully appointed space for reading or relaxing after dinner. Browse the collection and feel free to borrow the library books. Or simply relax in the tranquil atmosphere. But our library goes beyond just paper, we have interactive digital tabletops so you can make your own postcards and post to social media to share your adventures with the folks back home. The library is also home to our impressive Inspiration Center—a digital way to explore the world with Azamara and gain inspiration for your next voyage.

The Drawing Room turns into a gorgeous dining room on the evening of the elegant Best of the Best dinner for Owner’s Suite guests.

Pool Bar

Our Pool Bar serves refreshments while enjoying the Pool during the day, and cocktails of your choice in the evening.

The Living Room

The idea of the Living Room is just that. To “live in” and to enjoy time with friends and fellow guests! Much of the room is furnished as a living room, with clusters of large comfortable chairs and sofas....

CARD ROOM

On the starboard side of the Living Room, guests will find the Card Room for those who love a round of Bridge or other games.

IN TOUCH

Inside the Card Room guests will have four computers available for use during the voyage.

Cabaret Lounge

Enjoy live performances of professional full-stage musical revues, classical soloists, bands and other entertainment in a cabaret nightclub with a full bar and cozy tables. You could see as many as three distinctly different shows while onboard. And considering the cost of theater and entertainment tickets back home, isn’t that nice?

The Azamara Pursuit Singers and Dancers will feature three shows that will make your memories flow.

A Million Dreams

Our Azamara Signature Singers & Dancers come together to take you on a love-filled journey through some of music’s most beloved songs. Featuring tracks by Adele, Elvis, Whitney Houston, Edith Piaf, Bruno Mars, and more, this stellar revue pays homage to the universal bounds of love—from falling in it, being in it, and losing it—that we’ve all, no doubt, experienced and endured in our lifetime.

His Song—The Music of Elton John

You may have missed his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour but get ready to Crocodile Rock as our Azamara Signature Singers & Dancers sing, dance, and celebrate the one and only iconic legend, Sir Elton John. Featuring flashy costumes, moving ballads, and rockin’ number-one hits, our tribute to the eccentric piano man is nothing short of memorable.

The Night Spot

Join us as our Azamara Signature Singers & Dancers take you on a journey around the globe to some of the world’s greatest gathering spots—a festive pub, a swanky cigar bar, a Las Vegas lounge, and a contemporary club—in this immersive and spectacular show. Featuring music by The Beatles, Frank Sinatra, Billy Joel, Cher, Tina Turner, and more, The Night Spot is guaranteed to have you behold the night.

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

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	13 nights aboard the Azamara Pursuit
	AzAmazing Evenings event on voyages over 7 nights
	Pre-Paid Gratuities
	Select standard spirits, international beers & wines
	Free bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees & teas
	Concierge services for personal guidance & reservations
	Free self-service laundry
	Shuttle service to & from port where available
	English Butler Service for suite Guests
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Interior staterooms from		£1,495pp
9	Club Interior Stateroom (Deck 8, Mid/Fwd)	£1,980pp
10	Club Interior Stateroom (Deck 7, Mid)	£1,927pp
11	Club Interior Stateroom (Deck 6,7, Fwd)	£1,876pp
Z	Interior Guarantee	£1,495pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,716pp
4	Club Oceanview Stateroom (Deck 6, Fwd)	£2,282pp
5	Club Oceanview Stateroom (Deck 4, Mid)	£2,220pp
6	Club Oceanview Stateroom (Deck 4, Fwd)	£2,161pp
8	Club Oceanview Stateroom (Deck 6, Obstructed)	£2,103pp
Y	Oceanview Guarantee	£1,716pp

Balcony staterooms from		£1,793pp
V1	Club Veranda Stateroom (Deck 4)	£2,796pp
V2	Club Veranda Stateroom (Deck 7)	£2,719pp
V3	Club Veranda Stateroom (Deck 6)	£2,645pp
X	Veranda Guarantee	£2,150pp
P2	Club Veranda Plus Stateroom (Deck 8, Mid)	£2,956pp
P3	Club Veranda Plus Stateroom (Deck 8, Fwd)	£2,874pp
XP	Club Veranda Plus Guarantee	£1,793pp