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The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $239 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily.

What's the weather like on the MSC Splendida March 11th, 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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This itinerary is scored on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, which weights current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals. See the Safety Score section for the full per-port breakdown.

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

The MSC Splendida departs on March 11th, 2024 and returns 4 nights later.

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MSC Splendida itinerary map for March 11, 2024 (4 nights)

MSCMSC Splendida

MSC Splendida
March 11, 2024

4-Night South Africa aboard MSC Splendida · Departing March 11, 2024 from the Port of Durban, South Africa.

// AT A GLANCE

This 4-night cruise aboard the Splendida departs from Durban, South Africa on Monday, March 11, 2024 and returns on Friday, Mar 15th. March weather across this route averages 88°/70°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 5.8 out of 10 — Durban (5.5), Pomene (6.0).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

CAUTION TIER

Safer than 58% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Mon → Fri

Durban

departure port

South Africa

port stops

Africa

sea days

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 11, 2024 Roll Call

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Splendida March 11, 2024 Price & Tracking

MSC SPLENDIDA·MARCH 11, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Splendida cruise ship departing March 11, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $239 ($60 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $239 ($60 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $239

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

MSC Splendida · March 11, 2024

$239

$60 per night · 4 nights

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0% below average

Avg $239

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MSC Splendida March 11, 2024 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Mar 11, 2024

$239

$289

$349

$529

Mar 6, 2024

$239

$289

$349

$529

Feb 29, 2024

$239

$289

$349

$529

Feb 24, 2024

$239

$289

$349

$529

Feb 19, 2024

$239

$289

$349

$529

// 03 · ITINERARY

4 Night South Africa (Durban Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 11, 2024

The MSC Splendida sails on March 11, 2024 for a 4 Night South Africa (Durban Roundtrip) (Durban Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Durban, South Africa at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Durban, South Africa on Mar 15th at 7:00 AM. During the 5-day journey, the MSC Splendida will visit 1 additional port and will spend 2 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

MSC Splendida

MARCH 11, 2024

5 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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4 NIGHTS · 1 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · DURBAN

// 04 · PORTS

4 Night South Africa (Durban Roundtrip) Port List

MSC Splendida·March 11, 2024

DAY

EMBARKATION

MONDAY·MAR 11

Durban

South Africa

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

6:00 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

Pomene, Mozambique — Day 3 of MSC Splendida March 11, 2024 cruise

DAY

PORT 2

WEDNESDAY·MAR 13

Pomene

Mozambique

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

6:00 PM

Pomene, Mozambique, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to sandy beaches. Travelers snorkel coral reefs and explore mangrove forests. Excursions include dhow sailing to nearby islands. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for marine activities. Photography captures turquoise waters and coastal dunes. Dining onboard includes matapa, a Mozambican dish. Souvenirs, like woven baskets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover coastal ecology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Pomene’s pristine coastal beauty offers a vibrant Mozambican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine adventures and tranquil beaches, making Pomene an engaging destination for exploring Mozambique’s Indian Ocean coastline and natural splendor.

MARCH FORECAST

84°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Durban, South Africa — Day 5 of MSC Splendida March 11, 2024 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

FRIDAY·MAR 15

Durban

South Africa

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

—

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

MARCH FORECAST

77°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

4 Night South Africa (Durban Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MSC Splendida·March 11, 2024

MAR FORECAST · DURBAN

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

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

MSC Splendida March 11, 2024 Excursions

MSC Splendida·March 11, 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

4 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 58% of all cruises

5.8/10 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

Pomene 🌍

Mozambique · MozambiqueCAUTION

Travelers to Pomene should remain vigilant and take standard precautions, especially in less populated areas with limited security.

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.