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The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $249 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily.

What's the weather like on the MSC Splendida March 8th, 2024 route?

Weather data for each port of call is available in the per-port weather forecast section, with monthly climate averages for the sailing month.

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When does the MSC Splendida sail and return on this itinerary?

The MSC Splendida departs on March 8th, 2024 and returns 3 nights later.

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MSC Splendida itinerary map for March 8, 2024 (3 nights)

MSCMSC Splendida

MSC Splendida
March 8, 2024

3-Night South Africa aboard MSC Splendida · Departing March 8, 2024 from the Port of Durban, South Africa.

// AT A GLANCE

MSC Splendida March 8, 2024 Cruise Overview

This 3-night cruise aboard the Splendida departs from Durban, South Africa on Friday, March 8, 2024 and returns on Monday, Mar 11th. March weather across this route averages 87°/70°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 5.4 out of 10 — Durban (5.5), Island Of Mozamb (5.3). Suite cabins rose $40 on Mar 6.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

CAUTION TIER

Safer than 54% 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

Africa

sea day

Day 2

// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MSC Splendida March 8, 2024 Roll Call

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Splendida March 8, 2024 Price & Tracking

MSC SPLENDIDA·MARCH 8, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Splendida cruise ship departing March 8, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $249 ($83 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $231 ($77 per night), this represents a recent increase of 8%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $226

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

MSC Splendida · March 8, 2024

$249

$83 per night · 3 nights

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10% above average

Avg $226

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MSC Splendida March 8, 2024 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Mar 6, 2024

$249

—

$319

$519

Feb 29, 2024

$219

$279

$319

$479

Feb 24, 2024

$219

—

$319

$479

Feb 19, 2024

$219

$259

$319

$479

// 03 · ITINERARY

3 Night South Africa (Durban Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 8, 2024

The MSC Splendida sails on March 8, 2024 for a 3 Night South Africa (Durban Roundtrip) (Durban Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Durban, South Africa at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Durban, South Africa on Mar 11th at 10:00 AM. During the 4-day journey, the MSC Splendida will visit 1 additional port and will spend 1 day at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

MSC Splendida

MARCH 8, 2024

4 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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3 NIGHTS · 1 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · DURBAN

// 04 · PORTS

3 Night South Africa (Durban Roundtrip) Port List

MSC Splendida·March 8, 2024

DAY

EMBARKATION

FRIDAY·MAR 8

Durban

South Africa

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

5:00 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.

MARCH FORECAST

77°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Island Of Mozambique (portugese Island), Mozambique — Day 3 of MSC Splendida March 8, 2024 cruise

DAY

PORT 2

SUNDAY·MAR 10

Island Of Mozambique (portugese Island)

Mozambique

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

4:00 PM

Island of Mozambique, Mozambique, has docking at Mozambique Island Port. Travelers explore UNESCO-listed Stone Town and Fort São Sebastião. Excursions visit coral reefs for snorkeling. Local markets sell cashew nuts. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures colonial architecture and Indian Ocean shores. Dining onboard includes peri-peri prawns, a Mozambican favorite. Souvenirs, like capulana fabric, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Portuguese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Mozambique Island’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop, blending heritage with coastal beauty.

MARCH FORECAST

82°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Durban, South Africa — Day 4 of MSC Splendida March 8, 2024 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

MONDAY·MAR 11

Durban

South Africa

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

10:00 AM

—

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

MARCH FORECAST

77°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

3 Night South Africa (Durban Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MSC Splendida·March 8, 2024

MAR FORECAST · DURBAN

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

Durban port guide

77°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

85°

AVG LOW

68°

AVG RAINFALL

3.6"

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

Most Popular Durban Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this MSC Splendida itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

2 PORTS OF CALL·145 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR

SELECT A PORT

BEST DURBAN SHORE TOURSBest Durban Shore ToursCURATED FROM 145 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT

OF 145

TOP PRODUCT

4.5(135)

$198.57

These are the eight most reviewed. Durban has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.

SEE ALL DURBAN EXCURSIONS

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

3 Night South Africa (Durban Roundtrip)

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 54% of all cruises

5.4/10 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

Island Of Mozambique (portugese Island) 🌍

Mozambique · MozambiqueCAUTION

Travelers should remain vigilant, secure their belongings, and avoid isolated areas after dark to minimize risks while visiting.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Splendida Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC

MSC · FANTASIA

CHRISTENED

2009

STATEROOMS

1,625

TONNAGE

137,936GT

1.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT

YEAR BUILT

2009

4 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013

LENGTH

1,093ft

6.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

3,900cruisers

13.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC Splendida has a construction date of 2009 and a total size of 137,936 gross tons. The ship measures 1,093 feet in length. MSC Splendida is included in MSC's Fantasia class. At full capacity, the Splendida holds 3,900 passengers. That includes 2,587 cruise vacationers and 1,313 staff members. The Splendida total number of staterooms is 1,625.