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The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $149 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily.

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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 15th, 2024 and returns 3 nights later.

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MSC Splendida itinerary map for March 15, 2024 (3 nights)

MSCMSC Splendida

MSC Splendida
March 15, 2024

3-Night South Africa aboard MSC Splendida · Departing March 15, 2024 from the Port of Durban, South Africa.

// AT A GLANCE

This 3-night cruise aboard the Splendida departs from Durban, South Africa on Friday, March 15, 2024 and returns on Monday, Mar 18th. March weather across this route averages 83°/64°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 5.3 out of 10 — Durban (5.5), Cape Town (5.1).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

CAUTION TIER

Safer than 53% 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 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 15, 2024 Roll Call

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Splendida March 15, 2024 Price & Tracking

MSC SPLENDIDA·MARCH 15, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Splendida cruise ship departing March 15, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $149 ($50 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $149 ($50 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $149

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

MSC Splendida · March 15, 2024

$149

$50 per night · 3 nights

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0% below average

Avg $149

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MSC Splendida March 15, 2024 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Mar 11, 2024

$149

$179

$239

$409

Mar 6, 2024

$149

$179

$239

$409

Feb 29, 2024

$149

$179

$239

$409

Feb 24, 2024

$149

$179

$239

$409

Feb 19, 2024

$149

$179

$239

$409

// 03 · ITINERARY

3 Night South Africa (Durban To Cape Town) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 15, 2024

The MSC Splendida sails on March 15, 2024 for a 3 Night South Africa (Durban To Cape Town) (Durban Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Durban, South Africa at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Cape Town, South Africa on Mar 18th at 9:00 AM. During the 4-day journey, the MSC Splendida will visit 1 additional port and will spend 2 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

MSC Splendida

MARCH 15, 2024

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3 NIGHTS · 1 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · DURBAN

// 04 · PORTS

3 Night South Africa (Durban To Cape Town) Port List

MSC Splendida·March 15, 2024

DAY

EMBARKATION

FRIDAY·MAR 15

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

Cape Town, South Africa — Day 4 of MSC Splendida March 15, 2024 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

MONDAY·MAR 18

Cape Town

South Africa

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

9:00 AM

—

Cape Town, South Africa, docks at V&A Waterfront, a 10-minute walk to downtown, population 4 million. Travelers ascend Table Mountain via cable car for panoramic views. Local markets sell biltong. Excursions to Robben Island, 30 minutes by ferry, visit Mandela’s cell. Peak season November to March; taxis 50-100 ZAR. Dining includes bobotie at waterfront restaurants. Souvenirs feature beaded crafts.

MARCH FORECAST

70°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

3 Night South Africa (Durban To Cape Town) Weather Forecast

MSC Splendida·March 15, 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 15, 2024 Excursions

MSC Splendida·March 15, 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

3 Night South Africa (Durban To Cape Town)

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 53% of all cruises

5.3/10 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

Cape Town 🌍

South Africa · South AfricaCAUTION

Travelers in Cape Town should remain alert, avoid risky areas, stick to tourist zones, and consider organized tours for safety.

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.