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The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $544 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily.

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The MSC Musica departs on December 20th, 2024 and returns 3 nights later.

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MSC Musica itinerary map for December 20, 2024 (3 nights)

MSCMSC Musica

MSC Musica
December 20, 2024

3-Night South Africa from Durban aboard MSC Musica · Departing December 20, 2024 from the Port of Durban, South Africa.

// AT A GLANCE

This 3-night cruise aboard the Musica departs from Durban, South Africa on Friday, December 20, 2024 and returns on Monday, Dec 23rd. December weather across this route averages 89°/68°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.4 out of 10 — Durban (5.5), Portuguese Isl (7.3). Balcony cabins rose $40 on Dec 19.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

CAUTION TIER

Safer than 64% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Fri → Mon

Durban

departure port

South Africa

port stops

Durban

sea day

Day 3

// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS

03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Musica December 20, 2024 Price & Tracking

MSC MUSICA·DECEMBER 20, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Musica cruise ship departing December 20, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $374 ($125 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $336 ($112 per night), this represents a recent increase of 11%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $335

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

MSC Musica · December 20, 2024

$374

$125 per night · 3 nights

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11% above average

Avg $335

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MSC Musica December 20, 2024 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Dec 19, 2024

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$544

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Dec 17, 2024

—

$504

—

Dec 14, 2024

—

$614

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Dec 13, 2024

—

$544

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Dec 12, 2024

$374

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$544

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Dec 10, 2024

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$474

—

Dec 8, 2024

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$444

$474

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Dec 6, 2024

—

$474

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Nov 30, 2024

$374

$434

$474

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Nov 20, 2024

$374

$434

$474

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// 03 · ITINERARY

South Africa from Durban Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 20, 2024

The MSC Musica sails on December 20, 2024 for a South Africa from Durban (Durban Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Durban, South Africa at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Durban, South Africa on Dec 23rd at 5:00 AM. During the 4-day journey, the MSC Musica will visit 1 additional port and will spend 1 day at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

MSC Musica

DECEMBER 20, 2024

4 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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3 NIGHTS · 1 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · DURBAN

// 04 · PORTS

South Africa from Durban Port List

MSC Musica·December 20, 2024

DAY

EMBARKATION

FRIDAY·DEC 20

Durban

South Africa

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

3:00 PM

Durban, South Africa, has docking at Durban Port. Travelers explore uShaka Marine World’s aquariums. Excursions visit Valley of a Thousand Hills’ Zulu villages. Local markets sell beaded crafts. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Indian Ocean shores. Dining onboard includes bunny chow. Souvenirs, like Zulu baskets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover South African culture. Light clothing suits warm conditions. Durban’s vibrant port offers a dynamic African coastal stop.

DECEMBER FORECAST

77°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Portuguese Island — Day 2 of MSC Musica December 20, 2024 cruise

DAY

PORT 1

SATURDAY·DEC 21

Portuguese Island

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

9:00 AM

7:00 PM

Portuguese Island, Mozambique, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to sandy beaches. Travelers snorkel coral reefs and relax on pristine shores. Excursions include dhow sailing to Inhaca Island. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for beach activities. Photography captures turquoise waters and coastal dunes. Dining onboard includes peri-peri prawns, a Mozambican favorite. Souvenirs, like woven mats, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover island ecology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Portuguese Island’s tranquil beauty offers a serene Mozambican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine adventures and island relaxation, making it an engaging destination for coastal exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST

81°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Durban, South Africa — Day 4 of MSC Musica December 20, 2024 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

MONDAY·DEC 23

Durban

South Africa

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

5:00 AM

—

Returning to Durban — see Day 1 above for port info.

DECEMBER FORECAST

77°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

South Africa from Durban Weather Forecast

MSC Musica·December 20, 2024

DEC FORECAST · DURBAN

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

77°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

87°

AVG LOW

67°

AVG RAINFALL

4.3"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT DURBAN

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Musica December 20, 2024 Excursions

MSC Musica·December 20, 2024

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

South Africa from Durban

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE

CAUTION TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 64% of all cruises

6.4/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

// HOW WE SCORE

Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0

Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.

6.5 – 7.9

Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.

5.0 – 6.4

Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.

0 – 4.9

High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.

REFRESHED MONTHLY

// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN02 PORTS

01

Durban 🌍

South Africa · South AfricaCAUTION

Travelers in Durban should remain vigilant due to higher crime rates, especially after dark, and stick to well-traveled areas for safety.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

Portuguese Island 🌍

Mozambique · MozambiqueMODERATE

Portuguese Island is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should stay aware of their surroundings due to limited emergency services.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Musica Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC

MSC · MUSICA

CHRISTENED

2006

STATEROOMS

1,335

TONNAGE

92,409GT

32.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT

YEAR BUILT

2006

7 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013

LENGTH

964ft

6.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

2,550cruisers

43.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC Musica has a construction date of 2006 and a total size of 92,409 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet in length. MSC Musica is included in MSC's Musica class. At full capacity, the Musica holds 2,550 passengers. That includes 1,563 cruise vacationers and 987 staff members. The Musica total number of staterooms is 1,335.