Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Cape Town

   South Africa

   

   Cape Town's port is a vibrant blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, making it a premier destination for travelers. Must-do experiences include savoring local dishes like bobotie and exploring the bustling V&A Waterfront. The best season to visit is during the Southern Hemisphere summer, from December to February, when the weather is warm and perfect for outdoor adventures.

2. Day 2

   Cape Town

   Arrive 13:00

   South Africa

   

   Cape Town's port is a vibrant blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, making it a premier destination for travelers. Must-do experiences include savoring local dishes like bobotie and exploring the bustling V&A Waterfront. The best season to visit is during the Southern Hemisphere summer, from December to February, when the weather is warm and perfect for outdoor adventures.

3. Day 3

   Mossel Bay

   Arrive 09:00Depart 17:00

   South Africa

   

   Mossel Bay, on South Africa's Garden Route, shelters Pinnacle Point caves where 164,000-year-old evidence of modern human behavior was discovered, and the harbor where Bartolomeu Dias first rounded the Cape. Great white shark encounters, coastal whale watching, and exceptional braai-grilled seafood define this unpretentious coastal town. Azamara, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises bring travelers to a destination layered with human history from prehistoric caves to the age of exploration.

4. Day 4

   Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth)

   Arrive 07:00

   South Africa

   

   Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) is the gateway to South Africa's Eastern Cape, where the Addo Elephant National Park—home to over 600 elephants and the rare "Big Seven"—lies just seventy-five minutes from the city's Indian Ocean beaches. Must-dos include a game drive at Addo, sampling local calamari and Eastern Cape braai, and whale watching in Algoa Bay during winter. September through April offers the best weather, while June–November brings southern right whales to the bay.

5. Day 5

   Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth)

   Depart 19:00

   South Africa

   

   Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) is the gateway to South Africa's Eastern Cape, where the Addo Elephant National Park—home to over 600 elephants and the rare "Big Seven"—lies just seventy-five minutes from the city's Indian Ocean beaches. Must-dos include a game drive at Addo, sampling local calamari and Eastern Cape braai, and whale watching in Algoa Bay during winter. September through April offers the best weather, while June–November brings southern right whales to the bay.

6. Day 6

   East London, South Africa

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   South Africa

   

   East London, South Africa, South Africa is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Viking. Must-do experiences include walking the historic center to experience the layered architectural heritage, and seeking out the regional culinary traditions at a locally favored establishment away from the port area. The optimal time to visit is October through April, when warm weather and extended daylight create ideal conditions.

7. Day 7

   At Sea

   

8. Day 8

   Durban

   Arrive 07:30

   South Africa

   

   Durban is South Africa's subtropical gateway on the Indian Ocean, where Zulu, Indian, and colonial heritage converge to create one of the continent's most culturally rich port cities. Visitors should not miss savouring an authentic bunny chow in the Grey Street quarter and exploring the nearby uKhahlamba-Drakensberg mountains or iSimangaliso Wetland Park. The South African summer — November through March — delivers warm seas ideal for swimming, though the mild winters (June to August) offer comfortable touring temperatures and prime whale-watching along the KwaZulu-Natal coast.

9. Day 9

   Durban

   Depart 18:00

   South Africa

   

   Durban is South Africa's subtropical gateway on the Indian Ocean, where Zulu, Indian, and colonial heritage converge to create one of the continent's most culturally rich port cities. Visitors should not miss savouring an authentic bunny chow in the Grey Street quarter and exploring the nearby uKhahlamba-Drakensberg mountains or iSimangaliso Wetland Park. The South African summer — November through March — delivers warm seas ideal for swimming, though the mild winters (June to August) offer comfortable touring temperatures and prime whale-watching along the KwaZulu-Natal coast.

10. Day 10

    At Sea

    

11. Day 11

    Maputo

    Mozambique

    

    Maputo is Mozambique's vibrant Indian Ocean capital, where Portuguese colonial grandeur meets African creativity in a city of jacaranda-lined boulevards, jazz clubs, and legendary flame-grilled piri-piri prawns. Must-dos include exploring the Eiffel-associated train station, feasting on giant prawns along the Marginal, and excursions to the pristine Bazaruto Archipelago. April through November brings dry, comfortable weather ideal for city exploration and coastal diving.

12. Day 12

    At Sea

    

13. Day 13

    At Sea

    

14. Day 14

    Fort Dauphin

    Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

    Madagascar

    

    Fort Dauphin is a dramatically positioned town at Madagascar's southeastern tip where humid rainforest meets surreal spiny forest in one of the planet's most remarkable ecological transition zones, harboring extraordinary concentrations of endemic lemurs and unique plant species. Must-do experiences include exploring the alien landscape of the Andohahela spiny forest, encountering lemurs in the Nahampoana Reserve, and walking the pristine Sainte Luce littoral forest. April through November provides the driest conditions, with June through August offering the most comfortable temperatures for wildlife exploration in this biodiversity hotspot where every direction reveals a different ecosystem.

15. Day 15

    At Sea

    

16. Day 16

    Port de Pointe des Galets

    Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

    Réunion

    

    Réunion is a French overseas department in the Indian Ocean where one of Earth's most active volcanoes, spectacular hiking cirques, and Creole-French fusion cuisine combine in a destination of extraordinary diversity accessed via Port de Pointe des Galets. Must-do experiences include hiking into the Cirque de Mafate, tasting rougail saucisse and Bourbon vanilla crème brûlée, and witnessing volcanic landscapes on Piton de la Fournaise. The austral winter from May to October offers the most comfortable conditions.

17. Day 17

    Port Louis, Mauritius

    Arrive 04:00

    Mauritius

    

    Port Louis, the cosmopolitan capital of Mauritius, is a captivating blend of French colonial architecture, UNESCO heritage sites, and one of the Indian Ocean's most vibrant food cultures — the Central Market's dholl puri and vindaye de poisson alone justify the port call. Beyond the city, the island offers Black River Gorges, the surreal seven-coloured earth of Chamarel, and the lagoons of Le Morne. The ideal cruising season runs from May through November, when the Southern Hemisphere winter delivers warm, dry days with comfortable temperatures and calm seas.

Cabin Categories

Guaranteed Balcony

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S12

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Family Suite

Outside

291 sq ftMax 412

In the family apartment, parents and children live in two separate sections that are connected with each other by a door and via the veranda. Living area: 2× 20 m²; veranda: 2× 7 m² Connecting door between the rooms and verandas. Separate WCs. Free mini bar (beer and soft drinks).

Double or Twin ConfigurationPullman BedLounge AreaShowerBathRoom Service Available+6

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Grand Ocean Suite

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07

Private oasis of wellbeing and stylish relaxation zone – in the Spa Suite, everyday life is nothing but a distant memory. Indulge your body and soul at the highest level – with warm shades and a spa bathroom with panoramic views of the sea. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathroom with two washbasins. Separate WC.. Butler service. Daylight in the bathroom. TV in the bathroom mirror. Rain shower with steam sauna. Whirlpool tub. Free mini bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits)

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Grand Ocean Suite

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06

Private oasis of wellbeing and stylish relaxation zone – in the Spa Suite, everyday life is nothing but a distant memory. Indulge your body and soul at the highest level – with warm shades and a spa bathroom with panoramic views of the sea. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathroom with two washbasins. Separate WC.. Butler service. Daylight in the bathroom. TV in the bathroom mirror. Rain shower with steam sauna. Whirlpool tub. Free mini bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits)

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Grand Penthouse Suite

Suite

560 sq ftMax 310

In the Grand Penthouse Suite you can enjoy lavishness at sea and experience an exclusive break of superior quality – on a daybed with view of the endless sea or while taking a bath in the middle of the ocean in your private whirlpool. Living area: 78 m²; veranda: 10 m² Separate living and sleeping areas. Separate dining table. Guest WC. Bathroom with two washbasins. Shower with steam sauna. Whirlpool. Daybed and TV in the bathroom area Spacious walk-in wardrobe Butler service Free mini-bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits). Further exclusive service privileges.

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerWhirlpool BathRoom Service AvailableButler ServiceTV+6

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Guaranteed Suite

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SGO

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S03O

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Guaranteed Suite

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S08

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Guaranteed Suite

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S04V

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Guaranteed Suite

Suite

377 sq ftMax 2SVO3

Guaranteed Suite

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerWhirlpool BathRoom Service AvailableFree Mini Bar+5

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Guaranteed Suite

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S03V

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Guaranteed Suite

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SVOS

Smart Suite (1-4) Guaranteed Veranda Suite or Ocean Suite

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Guaranteed Suite

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S02V

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Guaranteed Suite

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S02O

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Guaranteed Suite

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S07

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Guaranteed Suite

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S01V

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Guaranteed Suite

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S05

Guaranteed Suite

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Guaranteed Suite

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S01O

Guaranteed Suite

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Guaranteed Suite

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S04O

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Guaranteed Suite

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S09

Guaranteed Suite

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Guaranteed Suite

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560 sq ftMax 3SGP

Guaranteed Suite

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerWhirlpool BathRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+5

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Guaranteed Suite

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S06

Guaranteed Suite

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Guaranteed Suite

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377 sq ftMax 2SVO1

Guaranteed Suite

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+5

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Ocean Suite

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03O

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Natural light in the bathroom Bathroom with two sinks Whirlpool tub and separate shower Separate toilet Free mini bar

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Ocean Suite

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02O

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Natural light in the bathroom Bathroom with two sinks Whirlpool tub and separate shower Separate toilet Free mini bar

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Ocean Suite

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04O

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Natural light in the bathroom Bathroom with two sinks Whirlpool tub and separate shower Separate toilet Free mini bar

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Ocean Suite

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01O

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Natural light in the bathroom Bathroom with two sinks Whirlpool tub and separate shower Separate toilet Free mini bar

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Owner's Suite

Suite

1,227 sq ftMax 411

The Owner’s Suite is far more than our most exclusive suite; it is a select domicile on the oceans of the world. Enjoy every imaginable convenience on more than 114 square metres of personal freedom. Living area: 99 m²; veranda: 15 m². Separate living and sleeping areas. Separate dining table. Guest WC. Bathroom with two washbasins. Shower with steam sauna. Whirlpool. Daybed and TV in the bathroom area. Spacious walk-in wardrobe. Butler service. Free mini bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits). Further exclusive service privileges.

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableSuite BenefitsFree Mini Bar+8

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Penthouse Suite

Suite

947 sq ftMax 309

A fantastically spacious suite with every conceivable comfort, uniquely located on the upper decks – is there a more beautiful place to relax? In the Grand Suite, you can enjoy the endless views of the sea and the conveniences of a classical Grand Suite. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathroom with two washbasins. Separate WC. Butler service. TV in the bathroom mirror. Walk-in wardrobe. Bathtub and separate shower. Free mini bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits). The Grand Suite is also available with facilities suitable for the physically disabled.

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerWhirlpool BathSuite BenefitsFree Mini Bar+7

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Penthouse Suite

Suite

947 sq ftMax 313

A fantastically spacious suite with every conceivable comfort, uniquely located on the upper decks – is there a more beautiful place to relax? In the Grand Suite, you can enjoy the endless views of the sea and the conveniences of a classical Grand Suite. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathroom with two washbasins. Separate WC. Butler service. TV in the bathroom mirror. Walk-in wardrobe. Bathtub and separate shower. Free mini bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits). The Grand Suite is also available with facilities suitable for the physically disabled.

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerWhirlpool BathSuite BenefitsFree Mini Bar+7

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Penthouse Suite

Suite

947 sq ftMax 308

A fantastically spacious suite with every conceivable comfort, uniquely located on the upper decks – is there a more beautiful place to relax? In the Grand Suite, you can enjoy the endless views of the sea and the conveniences of a classical Grand Suite. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathroom with two washbasins. Separate WC. Butler service. TV in the bathroom mirror. Walk-in wardrobe. Bathtub and separate shower. Free mini bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits). The Grand Suite is also available with facilities suitable for the physically disabled.

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerWhirlpool BathSuite BenefitsFree Mini Bar+7

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Veranda Suite

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03V

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar

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Veranda Suite

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01V

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar

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Veranda Suite

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02V

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar

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Veranda Suite

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04V

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar

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Veranda Suite

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Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar

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