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Set off on a journey of a lifetime as you cruise along the coastlines of Africa. Enjoy all the shoreside highlights you’d expect of an African adventure, from safari drives across savannahs to discovering cosmopolitan cities and culture-rich communities. Discover something new at each port, whether you are cruising around South Africa, hugging the spectacular West Coast, or island hopping the islands of Cape Verde.

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13 Days Cape Town to Cape Town

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Oceania
You can sail to the far corners of the globe on Oceania's small, luxurious ships, but you’ll always feel like you’re coming home to family. From the moment...more you step on board, you’ll feel cared for and cared about because our dedication to service comes from the heart. Our ships radiate warmth and character among their true elegance. All boast exquisite appointments and details one would only expect to find in a luxurious, private estate. With up to six open-seating, gourmet restaurants to choose from, dining is a central highlight of the Oceania Cruises experience and guests may dine when, where and with whom they wish.
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Budget:Luxury
Known For:Finest Cuisine at Sea
Fleet Size:7
Princess
Why Princess? Because you want to tell better stories. To immerse yourself in destinations near and far. To try new foods and encounter new cultures. To...more refresh your spirit and reconnect with those you love. Choosing a cruise line can seem tough, but Princess makes it easy. Because you want more than the usual cruise experience…you want to come back new. Discover what makes each port unique through the insights of local experts and crew members who sail with us to over 330 destinations.
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Budget:Premium
Known For:Relaxing Atmosphere
Fleet Size:17
MSC Cruises
Our cruises are designed to enrich, delight and create unforgettable emotions that only the sea can create. We offer an enriching, immersive and safe cruise...more experience, where you can enjoy international dining, world-class entertainment, award-winning family programmes and the latest user-friendly technology on board.
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Budget:Premium
Known For:Mediterranean Specialists
Fleet Size:22

Discover Must do experiences and highlights on a cruise around Africa

Take a Safari from Richards Bay

Take a Safari from Richards Bay

Take a safari drive through rolling hills and sprawling savannahs as you set off in search of the Big Five from this gateway to Zululand.

Shop the Markets of Mozambique

Shop the Markets of Mozambique

Stroll the wide European style boulevards of Maputo and shop the colourful markets where the smell of freshly roasted cashews fills the air.

Meet the Wildlife of Madagascar

Meet the Wildlife of Madagascar

Spot lemurs darting amidst the unique flora found in Madagascar's Nature Reserves, home to plant and animal species found nowhere else on earth.

Discover the Nature of Namibia at Walvis Bay

Discover the Nature of Namibia at Walvis Bay

Explore the Walvis Bay area, where stands of flamingos call the natural lagoon home and towering dunes overlook the landscape. Don’t pass up a 4x4 adventure to spot wildlife in the rolling sands of the Namib Desert.

Explore Cape Town and Cape Winelands

Explore Cape Town and Cape Winelands

Rich history meets modern flair in this cosmopolitan South African city, cradled by stunning surrounds. Whether you’re descending into the cellars of the nearby Winelands or climbing Table Mountain by cable car, you’re in for a treat.