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17th17 | AprApr | 202626 | Mahé, Seychelles, embark on the Silver Dawn | 23:00 | |||
Like jade-coloured jewels in the Indian Ocean, the more than 100 Seychelles Islands are often regarded as the Garden of Eden. Lying just four degrees south of the equator, the Seychelles are some 1,000 miles (1,610 km) from the nearest mainland Africa. Little more than 200 years ago, all 115 islands were uninhabited. Then in 1742 a French ship dispatched from Mauritius sailed into one of the small bays. Captain Lazare Picault was the first to explore these unnamed islands. He encountered breathtaking vistas of rugged mountains, lagoons, coral atolls, splendid beaches and secluded coves. After Picault sailed away, the islands remained untouched for the next 14 years. Then France took possession of the seven islands in the Mahé group. During an expedition Captain Morphey named them the Sechelles, in honour of Vicomte Moreau de Sechelles. This name was later anglicised to Seychelles. The first settlers arrived at St. Anne’s Island in 1770; 15 years later the population of Mahé consisted of seven Europeans and 123 slaves. Today there are about 80,000 Seychellois, the majority of whom live on Mahé; the rest are scattered in small communities throughout the archipelago. The people are a fusion of three continents - Africa, Asia and Europe. This has created a unique culture and the use of three languages - Creole, French and English. Mahé is the largest island in the archipelago and the location of the capital, Victoria. Ringed by steep, magnificent mountains, few capitals can claim a more beautiful backdrop. The town features a mixture of modern and indigenous architecture; it is the centre of business and commerce thanks to the extensive port facilities. Noteworthy sites in Victoria are the museum, cathedral, government house, clock tower, botanical gardens and an open-air market. The major attractions are found outside of town where the island’s quiet, lazy atmosphere delights visitors. With 68 pristine, white sand beaches, Mahé boasts more beaches and tourist facilities than any of the other Seychelles Islands. Beautiful and remote Mahé with its green-clad mountains and palm-fringed beaches is indeed an island of abundance; pleasant surprises are around every bend in the trail. Come ashore and discover for yourself this marvellous island paradise. Few places on Earth can claim to have been as blessed by nature as Mahe. Set in the remote Seychelles archipelago over 1,500 kilometres east of Mombasa, Mahe is largest of the 115 islands and is home to so many stunning attractions you won’t know where to begin. For many the Seychelles are the destination of a lifetime. Cerulean seas, miles and miles of beach, lush, tropical jungle and surreal, natural beauty as far as the eye can see. Not only does Mahe boast 68 pristine beaches, it is dominated by the towering peaks of the Morne Seychellois National Park. This splendid National Park takes up over 20% of the island and is home to a vast amount of endemic flora and fauna, including the ultra-rare Seychelles Scops-owl. Unsurprisingly, the crystal clear waters are a diver’s heaven, promising a colourful cornucopia of underwater life, regardless of how experienced you are. Despite the island being visited in 1609 by the British, Mahe did not feature on any maps until 1742, when Frenchman Lazare Picault explored the as yet unnamed islands. However, it took a further 14 years for the French to lay claim to the islands, with the arrival of naval ship Le Cerf, captained by Corneille Morphey who christened the archipelago after Vicomte Moreau de Sechelles. He did this by setting down a Stone of Possession, which is on display in the National Museum. The first settlers arrived in 1770 and 15 years later the population had swelled to 130 – 7 Europeans and 123 slaves. Today, there are 80,000 Seychellois. | |||||||
18th18 | AprApr | 202626 | Praslin Island, Seychelles | 08:00 | 17:00 | ||
Forty kilometers (25 miles) northeast of Mahé, Praslin is just a 15-minute flight or 45-minute ferry ride away. Praslin, at 11 km (7 miles) long and 4 km (2.5 miles) wide, is the second-largest island in the Seychelles. First settled as a hideaway by pirates and Arab merchants, the island's original name, Isle de Palmes, bears testament to its reputation as home of the Vallée de Mai UNESCO World Heritage Site: the only place in the world where the famous Coco de Mer, the world's heaviest nut, grows abundantly in the wild. Praslin's endemic palm forests shelter many rare species, and the island is a major bird-watching destination. Surrounded by a coral reef, majestic bays, and gorgeous beaches, Praslin is much quieter and less developed than Mahé. With few real "sights," the pleasures of Praslin largely involve relaxing in or exploring its stunning beaches and fantastical forests. Loved by those who like their paradise just as nature intended, Praslin is one the Seychelles’ most beautiful islands. And why? Anse Lazio – the island’s beach is a repeated winner for world’s best, making the island is a pull for travellers who want to go the extra mile to find an unblemished island nirvana. Praslin might be the second largest of the Seychelles islands but at just 11 kilometres long and 4 kilometres wide, it is still very small. The difficulty in getting to it (other than arrival by sea there is a small airport that only flies to and from Mahe) means there are no modern attractions – on the contrary, entertainment comes very much in the flora and fauna of the land and surrounding sea. The island’s original name is Isle de Palmes and it’s not hard to see why. The lush jungle that makes up the island’s interior has it all; bubbling brooks, winding paths and towering trees that provide welcome respite from the sun. This is the true heart of the island; not only is the jungle home to the endemic Black Parrot (fewer than 1,000 of these birds are in existence) but also the famous Coco de Mer, the world's heaviest nut, grows abundantly in the wild. The nut is the stuff of legends. Early beliefs were that the palm grew under the Indian Ocean and that its fruit held healing powers. Even when it emerged that the tree did in fact grow on dry land, it still held mystique; the new folklore was that in order for the 25 kilo nut to grow, male and female trees had to embrace on a stormy night. | |||||||
19th19 | AprApr | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
20th20 | AprApr | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
21st21 | AprApr | 202626 | Port Louis, Mauritius | ||||
Mauritius’ largest city, Port Louis is a vibrant and exciting place whose culture is a mix of African, Chinese and Indian influences. There are activities and sights to keep you busy and explore the different aspects of the city. Located just off the east coast of Madagascar, Mauritius is fast making a name for itself as the tropical paradise of the Indian Ocean. A volcanic island approximately 10 million years old, Mauritius is thought to be the peak of an enormous sunken volcanic chain stretching from the Seychelles to Réunion. In fact, volcanic lakes and inactive craters can be found scattered throughout the island. Mauritius also boasts a unique marine environment. Surrounded by one of the largest unbroken coral reefs on the planet, conservationists are now campaigning to protect its white coral sand beaches and fragile ecosystem. Though it can be found on the maps of early Arab mariners, Mauritius remained uninhabited until the end of the 16th century. Portuguese became the first European visitors in 1510, however, they did not lay claim to the island. In 1598 Dutch colonists settled on the island, naming it after Prince Maurice of Nassau. The Dutch colonial period saw the development of thriving sugar cane plantations as well as the decimation of the ebony forests and the extinction of the dodo bird and other indigenous wildlife. Eventually abandoning their settlement in 1710, Mauritius lay unclaimed until the arrival of the French five years later. French continued the cultivation of sugar as well as indigo, cloves, nutmeg and other spices, retaining possession of the island until 1810 when it was ceded to Britain at the end of the Napoleonic Wars. Mauritius is now a vibrant cultural mix with impressive mountains, boundless sugar cane plantations and some of the most exquisite beaches and aquamarine lagoons. | |||||||
22nd22 | AprApr | 202626 | Port Louis, Mauritius | 19:00 | |||
Mauritius’ largest city, Port Louis is a vibrant and exciting place whose culture is a mix of African, Chinese and Indian influences. There are activities and sights to keep you busy and explore the different aspects of the city. Located just off the east coast of Madagascar, Mauritius is fast making a name for itself as the tropical paradise of the Indian Ocean. A volcanic island approximately 10 million years old, Mauritius is thought to be the peak of an enormous sunken volcanic chain stretching from the Seychelles to Réunion. In fact, volcanic lakes and inactive craters can be found scattered throughout the island. Mauritius also boasts a unique marine environment. Surrounded by one of the largest unbroken coral reefs on the planet, conservationists are now campaigning to protect its white coral sand beaches and fragile ecosystem. Though it can be found on the maps of early Arab mariners, Mauritius remained uninhabited until the end of the 16th century. Portuguese became the first European visitors in 1510, however, they did not lay claim to the island. In 1598 Dutch colonists settled on the island, naming it after Prince Maurice of Nassau. The Dutch colonial period saw the development of thriving sugar cane plantations as well as the decimation of the ebony forests and the extinction of the dodo bird and other indigenous wildlife. Eventually abandoning their settlement in 1710, Mauritius lay unclaimed until the arrival of the French five years later. French continued the cultivation of sugar as well as indigo, cloves, nutmeg and other spices, retaining possession of the island until 1810 when it was ceded to Britain at the end of the Napoleonic Wars. Mauritius is now a vibrant cultural mix with impressive mountains, boundless sugar cane plantations and some of the most exquisite beaches and aquamarine lagoons. | |||||||
23rd23 | AprApr | 202626 | Pointe des Galets, Réunion | 08:00 | 18:00 | ||
Located about 480 miles (773 km) east of Madagascar and 102 miles (164 km) southwest of Mauritius, Réunion is the largest of the Mascarene Islands. The archipelago, consisting of Rodrigues, Mauritius and Réunion, was named The Mascarentes following its discovery in 1512 by the Portuguese navigator, Pedro de Mascarenhas. The French made the decision to settle Réunion in 1642, but no one actually lived here until four years later when the French governor of Fort Dauphin in Madagascar exiled a dozen mutineers to the island. In 1649, the king of France officially took possession of Réunion and renamed the island Colbert Bourbon. After the French Revolution, the island took back its original name. Since 1946, Réunion has been administered by France as an Overseas Department, with St. Denis as its capital. Facilities here are comparable to any major town in metropolitan France. St. Denis straddles the mouth of the St. Denis River and sweeps upward into the flanks of la Montagne where modern apartment complexes and luxurious houses have replaced the shanty town of the post-war era. Pointe des Galets is the principal port of Réunion, 30-minute by car from the small capital, St. Denis. The island is best known for the rugged beauty of its interior. Major attractions include the fascinating and still active volcano, Piton de la Fournaise, and three extinct craters known as cirques. Their forested slopes are dotted with isolated villages. Two thirds of the western part of Réunion are covered by mountain ranges, with the 9,200-foot-high Piton des Neiges the highest point on the island. The major source of income is from agriculture, mainly sugarcane, vanilla and the production of geranium oil used as a fixative in perfumes. Although the island has its share of beaches, most travellers arriving from France and South Africa come here for the stunning vistas of the interior. A taste of Créole-flavored French culture transported to the tropical setting of Réunion is also part of the attraction. | |||||||
24th24 | AprApr | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
25th25 | AprApr | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
26th26 | AprApr | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
27th27 | AprApr | 202626 | Durban, South Africa | 08:00 | 19:00 | ||
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. What is it about South Africa’s third most popular city that draws people so much? Is it the vibrant waterfront, complete with street performers and sand artists? Is it the melting pot of ethnicity, with all cultures from Zulu to Indian finding a home here? Is it the laid back life style that has locals calling it simply “Durbs”? Is it the sweeping landscape? The clement climate? One visit to Durban will quickly make you see the reason people love it so is a combination of all of the above. Durban has always been a beach city but it was the massive investment for the 2010 World Cup that really put it on the map. A huge revamp of the promenade has brought with it some fantastic eateries which serve up all kinds of “chow” from traditional bunny chow to bobotie, (a sweet spiced mince dish with egg topping). Expect Asian influences wherever you go, too. Durban has the largest Indian population outside of India. Although there is little evidence, it is known that the city of eThekwini – Durban in Zulu – was inhabited by hunter-gatherers as early as 100,00 BC. It was first sighted by Vasco de Gamma in 1497, but it was not until 1824 that the British settlers raised the Union Jack. This was after King Shaka gifted “25-mile strip of coast a hundred miles in depth” to Henry Francis Fynn after Fynn helped him recover form a stab wound. It remained part of the British Commonwealth until 1960, when it became part of the Republic of South Africa. The city’s Euro-African heritage remains to this day. | |||||||
28th28 | AprApr | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
29th29 | AprApr | 202626 | East London, South Africa | 07:00 | 19:00 | ||
South Africa’s only river port city is situated on the south-east Indian Ocean coast between the Buffalo and Nahoon Rivers. Its location is widely regarded as one of the most attractive on the Eastern Cape coast and it is ideally placed for exploring the coast towards Port Elizabeth and the surrounding Transkei region. The city you see today was born when the British-built Fort Glamorgan was constructed here in 1847 and it was British governor Sir Harry Smith who named the town London after the Empire’s capital as an open declaration about its promising position as a port. The town later became East London due to its location on the east of the Buffalo River, and in more recent times is sometimes referred to as Buffalo City. East London is renowned for its superb golden beaches such as Eastern, Orient and Nahoon, both popular with surfers, and a variety of places to dine and drink have sprung up along the bustling beachfront. While the city is predominantly modern you can see a number of historic buildings and monuments such as City Hall, whose clock tower commemorates the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria. A very British name tells us who established the city of East London. The British built this port on the Buffalo River in 1847 to service their military forts and troops in disputes over land with the Xhosa people. European settlement expanded and East London grew. Settlers usually walk in the footsteps of others who lived on the land before them. Here, many people muat have resided over the years as the oldest footprints in the world, at 200,000 years, were found nearby. Most of the eight million Xhosa people live in Eastern Cape Province. They are a proud tribe with a rich and ongoing culture which they celebrate with vibrant clothing, music and dance. Beaded jewellery is important for many reasons—decoration for dancers, special ceremonies and indicating the social status of women. Today they live in an Africa with modern opportunities and challenges, and ongoing links to their past. The city has several natural attractions for residents and visitors alike. Sandy beaches are popular with residents, who also enjoy water activities on the sheltered and picturesque Buffalo River. Like many areas of South Africa, game parks are popular for local wildlife lovers. Speaking of nature, near to East London is where the first living (well freshly dead in an angler’s catch) coelacanth known to science was found in 1938. This lobe-finned fish had been only known from 66-million-year-old fossils. It is more closely related to four-legged land animals than typical ray-finned fish. This place has history. | |||||||
30th30 | AprApr | 202626 | Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth), South Africa | ||||
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. Port Elizabeth, or PE is an uncut gem of a destination. Loved by wealthy South African families as a holiday destination, it is a city has of faces. One: a natural haven with unspoiled beaches, rolling sand dunes and the warm Indian Ocean lapping at your feet and two: a post-industrial migrant city with a rich heritage. PE is also called Nelson Mandela Bay, and there is much here that celebrates him – starting with Route 67, a collection of 67 artworks honouring the 67 years that Mandela dedicated to achieving South Africa’s freedom. Known as “the friendly city”, Port Elizabeth is enjoying an urban regeneration, spurred on by the youth of the region that want to put it (back) on the map. Think vibrant creative projects spilling out wherever you go; a pedestrianised central zone, galleries selling local artworks, restaurants serving South African fusion food, award-winning buildings that house museums, restored Victorian terraces. Unsurprisingly, the boardwalk is buzzing. PE’s proximity to the excellent nature parks at Addo and Lalibela make it an ideal destination for game lovers. Both of these parks are a little way from PE (70 and 90 kilometres east respectively) but both offer a chance to revel in South Africa’s no holds barred natural beauty. This is the real reason why people come to South Africa – for a chance to see the fabled Big Five. Addo even boasts the Big Seven (lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard, as well as the great white shark and Southern right whale). | |||||||
1st01 | MayMay | 202626 | Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth), South Africa | 19:00 | |||
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. Port Elizabeth, or PE is an uncut gem of a destination. Loved by wealthy South African families as a holiday destination, it is a city has of faces. One: a natural haven with unspoiled beaches, rolling sand dunes and the warm Indian Ocean lapping at your feet and two: a post-industrial migrant city with a rich heritage. PE is also called Nelson Mandela Bay, and there is much here that celebrates him – starting with Route 67, a collection of 67 artworks honouring the 67 years that Mandela dedicated to achieving South Africa’s freedom. Known as “the friendly city”, Port Elizabeth is enjoying an urban regeneration, spurred on by the youth of the region that want to put it (back) on the map. Think vibrant creative projects spilling out wherever you go; a pedestrianised central zone, galleries selling local artworks, restaurants serving South African fusion food, award-winning buildings that house museums, restored Victorian terraces. Unsurprisingly, the boardwalk is buzzing. PE’s proximity to the excellent nature parks at Addo and Lalibela make it an ideal destination for game lovers. Both of these parks are a little way from PE (70 and 90 kilometres east respectively) but both offer a chance to revel in South Africa’s no holds barred natural beauty. This is the real reason why people come to South Africa – for a chance to see the fabled Big Five. Addo even boasts the Big Seven (lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard, as well as the great white shark and Southern right whale). | |||||||
2nd02 | MayMay | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
3rd03 | MayMay | 202626 | 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. Sprawling across endless, staggeringly blue coastline, and watched over by the iconic plane of Table Mountain, Cape Town is without doubt one of the world’s most beautiful cities. A blend of spectacular mountain scenery, multiculturalism and relaxed ocean charm awaits in the Mother City, where you can venture out to rolling vineyards, dine in laid back sea suburbs, or spend days exploring cool urban culture. Cape Town’s natural splendour fully reveals itself as the cable car rears sharply to the top of Table Mountain. From the summit, 3,500 feet above sea level, you can let the scale of the panoramic vistas of the city rolling down towards the ocean wash over you. Another heavenly perspective waits at the top of Lion's Head’s tapering peak. A sharp hike and an early start is required, but the views of the morning sun painting Table Mountain honey-gold are some of Cape Town’s finest. Cape Town’s glorious sunshine and inviting blue rollers can be a little deceiving - these oceans are anything but warm at times, with nothing between the peninsula’s end and Antarctica’s icy chill. This cool water has upsides though, bringing a colony of adorably cute African penguins to Boulders Beach. Boarded walkways offer the perfect vantage point to see the cute creatures dipping into the sea and lounging in the sun. Nearby, journey to the end of Africa at the Cape of Good Hope, where you can stand at the bottom of this mighty continent, watching out over the merging waves of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Cape Town’s beauty is counterpointed by the ominous island form, which sits four miles offshore from the bustling restaurants and lazy seals of the lively V&A Waterfront. A living history lesson, you can sail in the ships that transported prisoners out to Robben Island, before a former prisoner tells of the traumas of life on this offshore prison. Your guide will show you the cramped cells, and render Mandela’s long walk to freedom in heartbreaking, visceral clarity. | |||||||
4th04 | MayMay | 202626 | Cape Town, South Africa, disembark the Silver Dawn | ||||
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. Sprawling across endless, staggeringly blue coastline, and watched over by the iconic plane of Table Mountain, Cape Town is without doubt one of the world’s most beautiful cities. A blend of spectacular mountain scenery, multiculturalism and relaxed ocean charm awaits in the Mother City, where you can venture out to rolling vineyards, dine in laid back sea suburbs, or spend days exploring cool urban culture. Cape Town’s natural splendour fully reveals itself as the cable car rears sharply to the top of Table Mountain. From the summit, 3,500 feet above sea level, you can let the scale of the panoramic vistas of the city rolling down towards the ocean wash over you. Another heavenly perspective waits at the top of Lion's Head’s tapering peak. A sharp hike and an early start is required, but the views of the morning sun painting Table Mountain honey-gold are some of Cape Town’s finest. Cape Town’s glorious sunshine and inviting blue rollers can be a little deceiving - these oceans are anything but warm at times, with nothing between the peninsula’s end and Antarctica’s icy chill. This cool water has upsides though, bringing a colony of adorably cute African penguins to Boulders Beach. Boarded walkways offer the perfect vantage point to see the cute creatures dipping into the sea and lounging in the sun. Nearby, journey to the end of Africa at the Cape of Good Hope, where you can stand at the bottom of this mighty continent, watching out over the merging waves of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Cape Town’s beauty is counterpointed by the ominous island form, which sits four miles offshore from the bustling restaurants and lazy seals of the lively V&A Waterfront. A living history lesson, you can sail in the ships that transported prisoners out to Robben Island, before a former prisoner tells of the traumas of life on this offshore prison. Your guide will show you the cramped cells, and render Mandela’s long walk to freedom in heartbreaking, visceral clarity. |
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
Return flights including luggage allowance | |||
Overseas Transfers | |||
17 nights aboard the Silver Dawn | |||
Butler Service in Every Suite | |||
Gratuities Always Included | |||
Beverages In-Suite and Throughout the Ship | |||
Gourmet Dining | |||
In Suite Dining & 24-Hour Room Service | |||
Intimate small size ships | |||
Free Wifi Throughout the Ship | |||
Free Zodiac, Land and Sea Tours & Activities & Complimentary Expedition gear | |||
Port Taxes and Fees | |||
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Date 17th Apr 2026 |
Nts 17 |
Suite £9,800pp |
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Date 17th Apr 2026 |
Nts 17 |
Suite £9,800pp |
Suite £9,800pp |
Suite £9,800pp |
Suite £9,800pp |
Suite £9,800pp |
Suite £9,800pp |
Suite £9,800pp |
Suite £9,800pp |
Suite £9,800pp |
Suite £9,800pp |
Suite £9,800pp |
Suite £9,800pp |
Suite staterooms from | £9,800pp | ||
CV | Classic Veranda Suite | £11,800pp | |
DX | Deluxe Veranda Suite | £12,800pp | |
G1 | Grand Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
G2 | Grand Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
O1 | Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
O2 | Owner's Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
PA | Panorama Suite | £10,200pp | |
R1 | Royal Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
R2 | Royal Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
S2 | Silver Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
SL | Silver Suite | ![]() | |
VI | Vista Suite | £9,800pp | |
SV | Superior Veranda Suite | £12,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £9,800pp | ||
CV | Classic Veranda Suite | £11,800pp | |
DX | Deluxe Veranda Suite | £12,800pp | |
G1 | Grand Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
G2 | Grand Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
O1 | Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
O2 | Owner's Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
PA | Panorama Suite | £10,200pp | |
R1 | Royal Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
R2 | Royal Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
S2 | Silver Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
SL | Silver Suite | ![]() | |
VI | Vista Suite | £9,800pp | |
SV | Superior Veranda Suite | £12,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £9,800pp | ||
CV | Classic Veranda Suite | £11,800pp | |
DX | Deluxe Veranda Suite | £12,800pp | |
G1 | Grand Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
G2 | Grand Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
O1 | Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
O2 | Owner's Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
PA | Panorama Suite | £10,200pp | |
R1 | Royal Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
R2 | Royal Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
S2 | Silver Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
SL | Silver Suite | ![]() | |
VI | Vista Suite | £9,800pp | |
SV | Superior Veranda Suite | £12,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £9,800pp | ||
CV | Classic Veranda Suite | £11,800pp | |
DX | Deluxe Veranda Suite | £12,800pp | |
G1 | Grand Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
G2 | Grand Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
O1 | Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
O2 | Owner's Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
PA | Panorama Suite | £10,200pp | |
R1 | Royal Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
R2 | Royal Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
S2 | Silver Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
SL | Silver Suite | ![]() | |
VI | Vista Suite | £9,800pp | |
SV | Superior Veranda Suite | £12,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £9,800pp | ||
CV | Classic Veranda Suite | £11,800pp | |
DX | Deluxe Veranda Suite | £12,800pp | |
G1 | Grand Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
G2 | Grand Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
O1 | Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
O2 | Owner's Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
PA | Panorama Suite | £10,200pp | |
R1 | Royal Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
R2 | Royal Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
S2 | Silver Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
SL | Silver Suite | ![]() | |
VI | Vista Suite | £9,800pp | |
SV | Superior Veranda Suite | £12,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £9,800pp | ||
CV | Classic Veranda Suite | £11,800pp | |
DX | Deluxe Veranda Suite | £12,800pp | |
G1 | Grand Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
G2 | Grand Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
O1 | Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
O2 | Owner's Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
PA | Panorama Suite | £10,200pp | |
R1 | Royal Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
R2 | Royal Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
S2 | Silver Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
SL | Silver Suite | ![]() | |
VI | Vista Suite | £9,800pp | |
SV | Superior Veranda Suite | £12,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £9,800pp | ||
CV | Classic Veranda Suite | £11,800pp | |
DX | Deluxe Veranda Suite | £12,800pp | |
G1 | Grand Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
G2 | Grand Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
O1 | Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
O2 | Owner's Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
PA | Panorama Suite | £10,200pp | |
R1 | Royal Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
R2 | Royal Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
S2 | Silver Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
SL | Silver Suite | ![]() | |
VI | Vista Suite | £9,800pp | |
SV | Superior Veranda Suite | £12,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £9,800pp | ||
CV | Classic Veranda Suite | £11,800pp | |
DX | Deluxe Veranda Suite | £12,800pp | |
G1 | Grand Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
G2 | Grand Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
O1 | Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
O2 | Owner's Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
PA | Panorama Suite | £10,200pp | |
R1 | Royal Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
R2 | Royal Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
S2 | Silver Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
SL | Silver Suite | ![]() | |
VI | Vista Suite | £9,800pp | |
SV | Superior Veranda Suite | £12,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £9,800pp | ||
CV | Classic Veranda Suite | £11,800pp | |
DX | Deluxe Veranda Suite | £12,800pp | |
G1 | Grand Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
G2 | Grand Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
O1 | Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
O2 | Owner's Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
PA | Panorama Suite | £10,200pp | |
R1 | Royal Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
R2 | Royal Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
S2 | Silver Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
SL | Silver Suite | ![]() | |
VI | Vista Suite | £9,800pp | |
SV | Superior Veranda Suite | £12,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £9,800pp | ||
CV | Classic Veranda Suite | £11,800pp | |
DX | Deluxe Veranda Suite | £12,800pp | |
G1 | Grand Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
G2 | Grand Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
O1 | Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
O2 | Owner's Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
PA | Panorama Suite | £10,200pp | |
R1 | Royal Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
R2 | Royal Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
S2 | Silver Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
SL | Silver Suite | ![]() | |
VI | Vista Suite | £9,800pp | |
SV | Superior Veranda Suite | £12,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £9,800pp | ||
CV | Classic Veranda Suite | £11,800pp | |
DX | Deluxe Veranda Suite | £12,800pp | |
G1 | Grand Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
G2 | Grand Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
O1 | Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
O2 | Owner's Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
PA | Panorama Suite | £10,200pp | |
R1 | Royal Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
R2 | Royal Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
S2 | Silver Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
SL | Silver Suite | ![]() | |
VI | Vista Suite | £9,800pp | |
SV | Superior Veranda Suite | £12,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £9,800pp | ||
CV | Classic Veranda Suite | £11,800pp | |
DX | Deluxe Veranda Suite | £12,800pp | |
G1 | Grand Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
G2 | Grand Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
O1 | Owner's Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
O2 | Owner's Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
PA | Panorama Suite | £10,200pp | |
R1 | Royal Suite (1 Bedroom) | ![]() | |
R2 | Royal Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
S2 | Silver Suite (2 Bedrooms) | ![]() | |
SL | Silver Suite | ![]() | |
VI | Vista Suite | £9,800pp | |
SV | Superior Veranda Suite | £12,400pp | |
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