Discover Africa

Some Mediterranean Itineraries take in North African nations such as Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt and even Libya; Indian Ocean sailings cover East African ports like Mombasa while most Africa-bound cruises head to South Africa via Namibia with possible calls in Ghana, the Gambia and Senegal en-route.

What can i expect to see ?

One of the top cruise experiences in the vast continent of Africa is rounding the Cape of Good Hope as you catch your first glimpse of Table Mountain and Cape Town in South Africa. Here you can take a side trip to the famous Stellenbosch wine producing region, visit the Victoria & Albert Waterfront’s many shops, bars and restaurants and take a cable car up the famous flat-topped mountain.

Much of Africa's appeal lies inland where wild animals roam in the many game reserves. It is here where you will go on a safari to view the Big Five - lions, leopards, rhino, elephants and buffalo, as well as antelope, ostriches and various species of birds.

Kenya is also getting on the cruise map with Costa Cruises becoming the latest company to market regular scheduled Indian Ocean cruises to Mauritius and the Seychelles. Africa also features on many world cruise itineraries which can be broken down into manageable segments if 100 days on board ship appears too daunting

When is the best time to go ?

The African cruise season lasts from September to March and cruises are typically 12 to 24 nights.