Africa Cruises
North Africa Cruise: When to Go?Africa travel has long been reputed the ultimate adventure frontier and a remarkable trip into the mystifying. An Africa tour allows wildlife discovery and visits to historic religious strongholds. Africa beckons the culturally curious! During your trip, spend time in the ancient cities of North Africa that house some of the most dramatic ruins the world over. Morocco, Mopti, Libya, Senegal, Timbuktu -- an Africa cruise also combines the best of the Mediterranean: Greece, Italy, Spain and the wildlife-rich Canary Islands. Then follow the winds of explorers to traverse the Atlantic. Tour volcanic islands of Fernando de Noronha and cruise to Cape Verde where a blend of Creole, African, Portuguese, Mediterranean and Latin influences provides a feast for the senses.
Africa Testimonials
Research Ships- what is this? |
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Professor Molchanov - Research Shippassengers : 49 The Professor Molchanov's low passenger capacity allows for a very intimate trip with an experience more like a private expedition than a traditional cruise with maximum time spent ashore in small groups. Early registration discounts are available. |
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| Itineraries | Prices from | Days | Month | Destinations |
| Atlantic Odyssey Part 2 | $1,090 | 8 | Apr | Cape Verde |
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Luxury Expedition Ships- what is this? |
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Corinthian II - Luxury Expedition Shippassengers : 114 The distinguished 114-guest Corinthian II offers a classic yacht-like atmosphere. She accommodates all guests in 57 outside suites, each affording sea views and elegantly appointed with a sitting area, TV, mini-refrigerator, safe, and other amenities. |
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| Itineraries | Prices from | Days | Month | Destinations |
| Cape of Good Hope to Gibraltar: Exploring the Cultural & Natural Diversity of Africa | $29,995 | 34 | Mar | Morocco, Senegal, Gibraltar, South Africa, Namibia, Angola, Gabon, Ghana, Sierra Leone |
| From the Cape of Good Hope to Gibraltar: Part I | $17,995 | 15 | Mar | South Africa, Namibia, Angola, Gabon |
| From the Cape of Good Hope to Gibraltar: Part II | $17,995 | 23 | Mar | Morocco, Senegal, Gibraltar, Gabon, Sao Tome & Principe, Benin, Ghana, Sierra Leone |
| From the Shores of Morocco to Patagonia: Grand Voyage to W. Africa, Atlantic Islands and S. America | $11,995 | 32 | Nov | South America, Falkland Islands, Brazil, Morocco, Uruguay, Argentina, Cape Verde Islands |
| From the Shores of Morocco to Patagonia: Part I | $10,995 | 18 | Nov | South America, Brazil, Morocco, Cape Verde Islands |
| Journey of Aeneas: Retracing The Aeneid through the Mediterranean | $8,995 | 11 | Aug | Europe, Mediterranean, Italy, Greece, Tunisia, Turkey, Sicily |
| North African Mediterranean Coast Through the Centuries | $9,695 | 18 | Oct | Mediterranean, Tunisia, Libya, Morocco, Egypt, Algeria |
| North African Mediterranean Coast Through the Centuries | $10,495 | 18 | Nov | Mediterranean, Tunisia, Libya, Morocco, Egypt, Algeria |
| Remarkable Women of Antiquity and Their Times | $7,595 | 11 | Oct | Europe, Mediterranean, Greece, Turkey, Egypt, Syria |
| Route to Distant Islands: The Falklands, S. Georgia & Tristan da Cunha from Patagonia to Cape Town | $16,995 | 22 | Feb | Antarctica, South America, Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Argentina, South Africa, Tristan de Cunha |
| Sacred Places of the Mediterranean | $9,495 | 12 | Oct | Mediterranean, Greece, Turkey, Egypt |
| The Ancient Cities of Libya | $9,495 | 11 | Oct | Europe, Mediterranean, Italy, Greece, Libya, Sicily, Crete |
National Geographic Explorer - Luxury Expedition Shippassengers : 148 The National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art expedition ship accommodating 148 guests in 81 outside cabins. It is fully stabilized, enabling it to navigate polar passages while providing comfort. |
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| Itineraries | Prices from | Days | Month | Destinations |
| Atlantic Odyssey | $5,990 | 17 | Oct | South America, Europe, Portugal, Brazil, Canary Islands, Cape Verde |
Sea Cloud - Luxury Expedition Shippassengers : 68 The Sea Cloud is a glorious and gracious sailing yacht, a four-masted bark, custom built in 1931 by the business magnate E.F. Hutton for his wife the heiress, Marjorie Merriweather Post. |
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| Itineraries | Prices from | Days | Month | Destinations |
| Canary Island Temperament and The White Sails | $4,375 | 8 | Nov | Canary Islands |
| Canary Worlds and Breath of Africa | $4,995 | 8 | Nov | Canary Islands, Morocco |
| Spanish Life and Moorish Heritages | $3,755 | 7 | Nov | Europe, Spain, Morocco |
Spirit of Oceanus - Luxury Expedition Shippassengers : 120 One of our most spacious and luxurious ocean going vessels. Equipped with stabilizers, the Spirit of Oceanus opens up whole new horizons for our style of up-close, casual small-ship cruising. |
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| Itineraries | Prices from | Days | Month | Destinations |
| Isles of the Turquoise Coast: Alexandria to Istanbul | $10,395 | 15 | May | Mediterranean, Greece, Turkey, Egypt, Cyprus |
| Pharaohs and Prophets: Muscat to Alexandria | $10,695 | 19 | Apr | Asia, Egypt |
| Romans & Carthaginians: Valletta to Rome | $9,595 | 14 | Jun | Europe, Mediterranean, Italy, Malta, Tunisia, Algeria |
Triton - Luxury Expedition Shippassengers : 42 Many ships ply the Nile's waters, but none match the quality and style of the Triton. Twenty large and exceptionally appointed staterooms all face outside, and there are multiple deck areas for viewing life on and along this majestic river. |
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| Itineraries | Prices from | Days | Month | Destinations |
| Exploring Egypt | $4,700 | 9 | Oct, Nov, Dec | Egypt |
| Passage Through Egypt | $6,995 | 14 | Oct, Nov, Dec | Egypt |
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River Cruise Ships- what is this? |
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Nile Adventurer - River Cruise Shippassengers : 64 The Nile Adventurer features a sun deck with heated swimming pool, lower shaded deck with bar, air-conditioning throughout, a gymnasium, internet access, gourmet meals, and an exclusive entertainment program. |
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| Itineraries | Prices from | Days | Month | Destinations |
| Egyptian Magic - Aswan to Luxor | $1,690 | 8 | Dec, Sep, Oct, Nov | Egypt |
| Egyptian Magic - Luxor to Aswan | $1,965 | 9 | Dec, Sep, Oct, Nov | Egypt |
Sun Boat IV - River Cruise Shippassengers : 80 Launched in 1996 and fully refurbished in Sep 2006, Sun Boat IV offer a cruise experience unlike any other - with private docks in Luxor and Aswan, our own feluccas and uniquely tailored sightseeing to help avoid the crowds |
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| Itineraries | Prices from | Days | Month | Destinations |
| Egyptian Magic - Luxor to Aswan | $3,000 | 9 | Nov | Egypt |
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Travel Planning Articles:
[all Africa articles]
Historic and Culture-Rich, Algeria
| Cruise the Splendor of the Azores Archipelago
| Enjoy a Cruise to the Canary Islands!
| An Island Expedition to the Cape Verde Islands
| The Ancient Egyptians
| The Jewel of the Mediterranean
| The Crossroads of Africa
| A Microcosm of African Cultures
| Legendary Morocco
| Senegal: Africa's Cultural Center
| A North African Treasure
| A North African Treasure
| Senegal: Africa's Cultural Center
| The Jewel of the Mediterranean
| The Crossroads of Africa
| Historic and Culture-Rich, Algeria
| An Island Expedition to the Cape Verde Islands
| A Microcosm of African Cultures
| Historic Cities and Cultures of Morocco
| The Legacy of Carthage
| A Series of Empires
| The Ancient Egyptians
| The Origins of Tripoli
| Powerful Empires
| Tribes & Nomads
| Resistance and Nationalism
| Road to Tunisian Independence
| Modern Senegal
| After the Pharaohs
| Modern Libyan History
| Modern Mali
| Colonial Era and Independence
| Africa's Cultural Inspiration
| Life on the Libyan Mediterranean
| Malinese Culture
| Three Influences, One Culture
| A Geographical Crossroads
| Tunisian Terrain
| Geography of Senegal
| Oases in the Desert
| Libya Geography: Desert and Beach
| A Story of Desert and River
| Map of Mauritania
| Tunisia's Environmental Threats
| Protecting Senegal
| The Water Issue
| Mali's Environment
| Threats to Nature
| Moroccan Wildlife
| Wildlife of Tunisia
| Safari in Senegal
| Desert Menagerie of Libya
| A Safari of WIldlife
| Coastal Wildlife and Southern Animals
| Some of the Best Food in the Mediterranean
| Cuisine Culture of Tunisia
| Senegal Cuisine: Sweet Potatoes and Tropical Fruit
| Libyan Cuisine
| Mali Meals: Grains and Meats
| Eating and Food: Mauritania Cuisine
| Varied Climate
| Mediterranean Climate
| Senegalese Weather
| Beach Weather to Desert Heat
| Climate and Weather or Mali
| Saharan Climate
| Moroccan Politics
| Politics of Tunisia
| Senegal Politics
| Senegal's Strong Presidency
| Egyptian Politics
| Qaddafi's Government
| The Road to Democracy
| Mauritanian Politics
| North Africa Cruise: When to Go?


Professor Molchanov
Corinthian II
National Geographic Explorer
Sea Cloud
Spirit of Oceanus
Triton
Nile Adventurer
Sun Boat IV