Africa

From gourmet dining to exclusive excursions, from spa treatments to shopping sprees, it’s time to explore just some of the ways you can enhance your luxury cruise.

Whether you have your sights set on uncovering the mystique of the Middle East or retracing the footsteps of great explorers, a luxury cruise offers a passage to places of profound historical and cultural significance.

Witnessing the wonders of wildlife in its natural habitat is one of travel’s greatest adventures. A journey not to be forgotten, there is something quite amazing about coming face to face with creatures you may never have dreamed of encountering.

Welcome to the land of pharaohs, pyramids, and the mighty Nile River – the cradle of Ancient Egypt, one of the world’s oldest and most fascinating civilisations. The Nile is not just the longest river in the world, but also a living testament to the country’s rich history, religion, and…

River Cruising Guide – Exceptional Excursions The banks of the world’s most iconic waterways are home to quaint villages, remote towns and enclaves that you may have never heard of, and further inland lie destinations that may not be your usual choice of holiday. Many of these places welcome river…

The Boulders Boardwalk Beach Penguins by Liesl Noel When thinking of Africa, penguins might not be what comes to mind right away, but there is an intriguing colony found in Simonstown, South Africa. While the ancient granite boulders of False Bay, another one of Cape Town’s many amazing beaches, protect…

Fred. Olsen has launched a 93-day exploration of Africa and the Indian Ocean for 2023, which will take in some of the region’s most incredible sights. The cruise from Southampton will depart on 19 November 2023 and has been handcrafted by Fred Olsen Junior himself, alongside a team of dedicated…

Hurtigruten has revealed it is to become the only expedition cruise line exploring Africa’s west coast next year, introducing four new countries to its 2022/2023 season. In line with guest demand for more warm water destinations, Hurtigruten has added the west coast of Africa and its archipelagos – the Bissagos…