Jewels of Madagascar
Beneath an infinite sky in which the azure flirts with the horizon, set off to discover the enchanted shores of Madagascar and marvel at the treasures of these wild lands whose exc...
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Ports of Call & Itinerary
11-night voyage departing Richards Bay, arriving Nosy Bé.
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Jewels of Madagascar
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Day 1
Richards Bay , South Africa
Monday, 27/12/2027
South Africa’s largest harbour is located on a lagoon on the Mhlatuze River on the northern coast of KwaZulu-Natal and takes its name from Admiral Sir F W Richards who sailed into the bay to deliver supplies to the troops during the Anglo/Zulu War of 1879. The Richards Bay lagoon was declared a game reserve in 1935, when conservationists objected to the growing industrialisation here. This however did nothing to halt development. Instead a compromise was agreed and a wall was built across the length of the bay to divide the lagoon. The north side became the seaport and the south remained a sanctuary for waterfowl and wildlife. The lagoon is famous for being the site where the longest crocodile ever recorded was shot by hunter John Dunn - it measured over 20 feet. The town was built on the shores of the lagoon in 1954 and although it was only a small fishing community in the 1960s, the development of the deep water harbour and railway in 1976 prompted the growth of the much larger township you see today. The bustling town is now a popular holiday destination with its unspoilt beaches at the edge of the Indian Ocean, year-round sunshine and excellent recreational facilities including surfing and fishing. It is also an excellent gateway to Zululand and the KwaZulu wildlife reserves. Richards Bay has recently undergone a major renovation that has given the town a Caribbean feel.
Day 4
Tuléar , Madagascar
Thursday, 30/12/2027
Day 5
Nosy Ve , Madagascar
Friday, 31/12/2027
Day 6
Sarodrano , Madagascar
Saturday, 01/01/2028
Day 7
Morondava , Madagascar
Sunday, 02/01/2028
Day 9
Majunga (Mahajanga) , Madagascar
Tuesday, 04/01/2028
Day 10
Nosy Komba , Madagascar
Wednesday, 05/01/2028
Day 11
Nosy Hara , Madagascar
Thursday, 06/01/2028
Day 12
Nosy Bé , Madagascar
Friday, 07/01/2028
Nosy Bé, meaning Big Island in the Malagasy language, lies just a stone's throw off Madagascar's northwest coast. It is a remote and exotic destination. With its deserted beaches, rustic hotels and unhurried pace, it attracts travellers looking for a laid-back vacation. The fertile island is the centre for the production of perfume essence from the ylang-ylang trees. The heady scent of their flowers gave Nosy Bé the name "Perfumed Isle." Other local products include sugar cane, coffee, vanilla and pepper; they are grown for export in large plantations. Hellville, the island’s main town and port, is situated in a sheltered bay. It is named after a former French governor, Admiral de Hell. The town features a few old colonial buildings, a busy market, some small boutiques and tourist shops along the busy main street. At the quayside, vendors display embroidered linens, wood carvings and straw articles. Trips into the lush countryside may include a ride up to Mt. Passot. At 950 feet (285 metres), this is the highest point on the island. The view from the top offers an extensive panorama of crater lakes nestled between verdant hills. Most visitors make the boat trip to Nosy Komba. The tiny island is known for its lemur reserve. These arboreal primates, with their large eyes, soft fur and long curling tails, have lived unharmed for centuries in the forest behind Ampangorina village. The lemurs are a popular tourist attraction and a profitable source of income to the small local community.
Room Type & Prices
All prices per person based on double occupancy. Solo traveller prices — single occupancy. Contact our cruise experts for the latest availability and best fares.
Lower Decks Balcony Stateroom
204 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom
204 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Deluxe Suite
290 sqft · Up to 3 guests
Prestige Suite
409 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Privilege Suite
344 sqft · Up to 3 guests
Grand Suite
484 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Owner's Suite
484 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Balcony
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Decks Balcony Stateroom · 204 sqft | DEL Deluxe Stateroom | Enquire → | ||
| Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom · 204 sqft | PR4 Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 | Enquire → | ||
| PR5 Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 | Enquire → | |||
| PR6 Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 | Enquire → |
Lower Decks Balcony Stateroom · 204 sqft
DEL Deluxe Stateroom
Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom · 204 sqft
PR4 Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom · 204 sqft
PR5 Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom · 204 sqft
PR6 Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
Suite
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Suite · 290 sqft | DS3 Deluxe Suite Deck 3 | Enquire → | ||
| DS5 Deluxe Suite Deck 5 | Enquire → | |||
| PV6 Privilege Suite Deck 6 | Enquire → | |||
| Prestige Suite · 409 sqft | PS5 Prestige Suite Deck 5 | Enquire → | ||
| PS6 Prestige Suite Deck 6 | Enquire → | |||
| Privilege Suite · 344 sqft | PV5 Privilege Suite Deck 5 | Enquire → | ||
| PV6 Privilege Suite Deck 6 | Enquire → | |||
| Grand Suite · 484 sqft | GD6 Grand Deluxe Suite | Enquire → | ||
| Owner's Suite · 484 sqft | SA | Enquire → |
Deluxe Suite · 290 sqft
DS3 Deluxe Suite Deck 3
Deluxe Suite · 290 sqft
DS5 Deluxe Suite Deck 5
Deluxe Suite · 290 sqft
PV6 Privilege Suite Deck 6
Prestige Suite · 409 sqft
PS5 Prestige Suite Deck 5
Prestige Suite · 409 sqft
PS6 Prestige Suite Deck 6
Privilege Suite · 344 sqft
PV5 Privilege Suite Deck 5
Privilege Suite · 344 sqft
PV6 Privilege Suite Deck 6
Grand Suite · 484 sqft
GD6 Grand Deluxe Suite
Owner's Suite · 484 sqft
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