Africa Cruises
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 Travel Articles
Expedition Cruise Ships
Spacious, comfortable passenger vessels designed for smooth sailing with deluxe accommodations and services. These ships offer larger cabins, as well as deluxe amenities such as roomier public areas, lounges and bars, gift shops, and fitness facilities.
MV Plancius |
Ship Highlights
| $1,190*9-31 days | |
 | M/V “Plancius” started her life in 1976 as an oceanographic research vessel for the Royal Dutch Navy and was named “Hr. Ms. Tydeman”. In June 2004, the vessel ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Odyssey: Antarctic Peninsula, ... | 31 | Mar | South Georgia, Weddell Sea, Antarctic Peninsula, Ascension Island, St. Helena Island, Tristan de Cunha, South Orkney Islands, Drake Passage |  |
| Pelagic West Africa | 9 | May | Canary Islands, Mauritania, Cape Verde Islands | |
Odyssey (ZE) |
Ship Highlights
| $10,280*16 days | |
 | The Odyssey was built in 1989 in Tsu, Japan, by Japanese craftsmen to the design of a master Dutch yacht designer, Studio Acht, and is eminently suited ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azores with Spain, Gibraltar, Morocco, ... | 16 | May | Spain, Canary Islands, Azores, Morocco | |
Luxury Expedition Ships
These expedition cruise ships offer luxury 5-star amenities and services. Whether you're gliding along the rivers of West Africa or plunging through the icy waters of Antarctica, you'll enjoy the detailed touches onboard that make these luxury vessels. These vessels allow travelers the opportunity to take advantage of the adventurous land excursions and up-close wildlife viewing that is best experienced on a small expedition ship without sacrificing the creature comforts traditionally found on much larger cruise ships.
Corinthian II |
Ship Highlights
| $7,995*12-27 days | |
 | The distinguished 114-guest Corinthian II offers a classic yacht-like atmosphere and fine accommodations. Corinthian II is ice-strengthened for voyages into ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Places of the Mediterranean | 12 | Oct | Greece, Turkey, Egypt | |
| From the Imperial Cities of Morocco to ... | 19 | Mar, Dec | Canary Islands, Morocco, Senegal, Gambia, Ghana, Sierra Leone | |
| Namibia & South Africa by Sea: Natural ... | 13 | Jan, Feb | South Africa, Namibia, Mozambique | |
| Into Africa - Exploring Africas Hidden ... | 19 | Feb, Dec | Namibia, Angola, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Sao Tome & Principe, Ghana | |
| Mozambique and Madagascar: Africas ... | 15 | Jan, Feb | Madagascar, Mozambique | |
| Wonderous Africa - Namibia to Madagascar | 27 | Jan, Feb | South Africa, Namibia, Madagascar, Mozambique | |
Le Ponant |
Ship Highlights
| $2,435*7-12 days | |
 | Experience the privilege of a relaxing cruise aboard Le Ponant, crafted to respect the tradition of famous sailing yachts. Following in the nautical tradition ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Heart of the Mediterranean Antique | 12 | Nov | France, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt | |
| Jordan and Egypt: Sacred Lands of the ... | 7 | Apr, Dec | Egypt, Jordan, Red Sea, Red Sea | |
National Geographic Explorer |
Ship Highlights
| $9,820*12 days | |
 | 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 ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Africa and the Islands of the ... | 12 | Apr | Canary Islands, Senegal, Gambia, Cape Verde Islands | |
Spirit of Oceanus |
Ship Highlights
| $10,895*19 days | |
 | 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 ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharaohs and Prophets: Muscat to ... | 19 | Apr | Egypt | |
Wind Spirit |
Ship Highlights
| $3,799*8 days | |
 | Wind Spirit was created in the 1988 with the vision to offer an alternative to the typical cruise or resort vacation. The Wind Spirit passenger sees the world ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europe Cruise: Lisbon to Tenerife | 8 | Nov | Portugal, Spain, Canary Islands, Morocco | |
Wind Star |
Ship Highlights
| $4,999*12 days | |
 | Wind Star was created in the 1986 with the vision to offer an alternative to the typical cruise or resort vacation. The Wind Star passenger sees the world from ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashdod, Israel to Athens, Greece | 12 | Oct | Greece, Turkey, Egypt, Cyprus | |
River Cruise Ships
River cruise ships are specially designed to ply the shallow waters of rivers around the world. These ships offer comfortable cabins with lower beds and private facilities. Some offer luxurious suites and deluxe onboard amenities such as lounges and bars, fitness facilities, and spacious public areas.
Nile Adventurer |
Ship Highlights
| $945*4-9 days | |
 | A cruise on the Nile River should be a magical and enchanting experience. And with the M.S. Nile Adventurer, it becomes exactly that. An intimate and luxurious ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Day/3 Night Egyptian Cruise | 4 | Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec | Egypt | |
| 5 Day/4 Night Egyptian Cruise | 5 | Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec | Egypt | |
| Nile Package: Cruise and Land | 8 | Jan, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec | Egypt | |
| Nile Package: Cruise and Land | 9 | Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec | Egypt | |
Sun Boat IV |
Ship Highlights
| $1,350*5 days | |
 | Launched in 1996 and fully refurbished in 2006, Sun Boat IV offers a Nile River cruise experience unlike any other - with private docks in Luxor and Aswan, her ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Day/4 Night Egyptian Cruise | 5 | Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec | Egypt | |
