Norwegian Dawn itinerary map for March 12, 2025 (18 nights)
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Norwegian Dawn — March 12, 202518-Night Canary Islands Namibia & Angola on Norwegian

This 18-night cruise aboard the Dawn departs from Cape Town, South Africa on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 and returns on Sunday, Mar 30th. March weather across this route averages 85°/61°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.2 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

Cruise Length
18
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Cape Town
South Africa
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
10

Cruise Price - Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025

Norwegian Dawn · March 12, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship departing March 12, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,548 ($86 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,985 ($111 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 22%.

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Inside
$1,548
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Oceanview
$3,698
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Balcony
$2,548
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Suite
$3,148

Price History – Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025

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Norwegian Dawn
March 12, 2025
$1,548
22% vs avg: $1,985

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 18 Night Canary Islands Namibia & Angola (Cape Town To Lisbon)

Norwegian Dawn · March 12, 2025

The Norwegian Dawn sails on March 12, 2025 for a 18 Night Canary Islands Namibia & Angola (Cape Town To Lisbon). The ship will depart the port of Cape Town, South Africa at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Lisbon, Portugal on Mar 30th at 7:00 AM. During the 19-day journey, the Norwegian Dawn will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 10 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

18 Night Canary Islands Namibia & Angola (Cape Town To Lisbon)

  • MAR12
    Cape Town, South Africa
    Cape Town, South Africa
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR14
    Walvis Bay, Namibia
    Walvis Bay, Namibia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAR15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR16
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR17
    Luanda, Angola
    Luanda, Angola
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR19
    Sao Tome, Sao Tome And Principe
    Sao Tome, Sao Tome And Principe
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:30 PM
  • MAR20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR21
    Abidjan, (Ivory Coast) Cote D'ivoire
    Abidjan, (Ivory Coast) Cote D'ivoire
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR24
    Dakar, Senegal
    Dakar, Senegal
    A: 9:30 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAR25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR27
    Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands
    Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 11:59 PM
  • MAR28
    Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
    Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR30
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Lisbon, Portugal
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 12, 2025 · 18 Night Canary Islands Namibia & Angola (Cape Town To Lisbon)

Cape Town, South Africa — Day 1 of Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Wednesday, Mar 12

Cape Town, South Africa

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

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.

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Day 2 at sea — Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 itinerary
Day 2•Thursday, Mar 13

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Walvis Bay, Namibia — Day 3 of Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Friday, Mar 14

Walvis Bay, Namibia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Walvis Bay, Namibia, offers docking at Walvis Bay Port. Travelers explore Dune 7 and Swakopmund’s German architecture. Excursions include flamingo tours at the lagoon. Local markets sell biltong. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures sand dunes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes kapana, a Namibian favorite. Souvenirs, like Himba crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Namib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while sturdy shoes enhance dune walks. Walvis Bay’s desert allure offers a vibrant Namibian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of unique landscapes and wildlife, making Walvis Bay an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 4 at sea — Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 itinerary
Day 4•Saturday, Mar 15

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Day 5 at sea — Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 itinerary
Day 5•Sunday, Mar 16

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Luanda, Angola — Day 6 of Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Monday, Mar 17

Luanda, Angola

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Luanda, Angola, has docking at Luanda Port. Travelers explore Fortaleza de São Miguel and Ilha do Mussulo’s beaches. Excursions visit Kissama National Park. Local markets sell palm oil. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures colonial forts and Atlantic shores. Dining onboard includes muamba de galinha, an Angolan dish. Souvenirs, like woven baskets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Angolan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Luanda’s vibrant energy offers a dynamic Angolan stop, blending history with coastal charm.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 7 at sea — Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 itinerary
Day 7•Tuesday, Mar 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Sao Tome, Sao Tome And Principe — Day 8 of Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Wednesday, Mar 19

Sao Tome, Sao Tome And Principe

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:30 PM

Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe, offers docking at Sao Tome Port. Travelers explore Praia das Conchas and Obo National Park. Excursions include cocoa plantation tours. Local markets sell funge. The peak season, June to September, brings dry weather for island tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Gulf of Guinea vistas. Dining onboard includes calulu, a local favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sao Tome history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park hikes. Sao Tome’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and colonial heritage, making Sao Tome an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 9 at sea — Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 itinerary
Day 9•Thursday, Mar 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Abidjan, (Ivory Coast) Cote D'ivoire — Day 10 of Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 cruise
Day 10•Friday, Mar 21

Abidjan, (Ivory Coast) Cote D'ivoire

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Abidjan, the economic hub of Côte d’Ivoire with 5 million residents, welcomes cruise ships at its port along the Ébrié Lagoon, 10 kilometers from downtown. Passengers reach the Plateau district via shuttle for its colonial-era buildings and bustling markets like Treichville, where vendors sell kente cloth, shea butter, and carved masks. The St. Paul’s Cathedral, a modernist structure from 1985, features stained-glass depictions of local life. Banco National Park, 8 kilometers north, offers rainforest trails with monkeys and rare birds, reachable in 20 minutes. Cultural tours include visits to traditional dance performances or cocoa-processing demonstrations, reflecting the country’s export economy. Dining options feature attiéké (cassava couscous) and grilled fish at lagoon-side maquis. Ferries cross to Île Boulay for beach walks. October to April avoids the rainy season, ideal for city tours. Security precautions are advised; guided excursions ensure safe navigation.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 11 at sea — Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 itinerary
Day 11•Saturday, Mar 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Day 12 at sea — Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 itinerary
Day 12•Sunday, Mar 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Dakar, Senegal — Day 13 of Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 cruise
Day 13•Monday, Mar 24

Dakar, Senegal

Arrival: 9:30 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Dakar in Senegal has docking at the Port of Dakar. Travelers explore Gorée Island’s slave trade history. Excursions visit Pink Lake’s vibrant waters. Local markets sell kente cloth. The peak season, November to April, brings dry weather; taxis cost 2,000-5,000 XOF. Photography captures colonial architecture. Dining onboard includes yassa chicken. Souvenirs, like wood carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover historical sensitivity. Light clothing suits the warm climate. Dakar’s cultural depth offers a poignant West African experience.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 14 at sea — Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 itinerary
Day 14•Tuesday, Mar 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Day 15 at sea — Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 itinerary
Day 15•Wednesday, Mar 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands — Day 16 of Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 cruise
Day 16•Thursday, Mar 27

Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, offers docking at Santa Cruz Port. Travelers explore Auditorio de Tenerife and Anaga Mountains. Excursions visit Teide National Park. Local markets sell mojo potatoes. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes ropa vieja, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance mountain hikes. Santa Cruz’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Santa Cruz an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands — Day 17 of Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 cruise
Day 17•Friday, Mar 28

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, offers docking at Las Palmas Port. Travelers explore Vegueta’s old town and Las Canteras Beach. Excursions visit Bandama Caldera. Local markets sell papas arrugadas. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial streets and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho canario, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like mojo sauce crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance caldera hikes. Las Palmas’ coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Las Palmas an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 18 at sea — Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 itinerary
Day 18•Saturday, Mar 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dawn — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Lisbon, Portugal — Day 19 of Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 cruise
Day 19•Sunday, Mar 30

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination.

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Weather Forecast

Norwegian Dawn - March 12, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Cape Town, South Africa

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March

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

59°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.02in

Daily average

0.7 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
62 / 100
safer than 62% of all cruises
62
5
/ 10
Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town
Travelers in Cape Town should remain alert, avoid risky areas, stick to tourist zones, and consider organized tours for safety.
7
/ 10
Walvis Bay, Namibia
Walvis Bay
Walvis Bay is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime and exercise caution in less populated areas.
4
/ 10
Luanda, Angola
Luanda
Travelers should remain vigilant in Luanda due to high crime rates, avoiding valuables and limiting travel to populated areas for safety.
7
/ 10
Sao Tome, Sao Tome And Principe
Sao Tome
Travelers should stay vigilant against petty crime and respect local customs while being aware of limited medical services.
5
/ 10
Abidjan, (Ivory Coast) Cote D'ivoire
Abidjan
Travelers in Abidjan should stay in populated areas, remain vigilant against crime and scams, and be cautious of civil unrest and traffic hazards.
5
/ 10
Dakar, Senegal
Dakar
Travelers in Dakar should stay vigilant against petty crime, avoid independent travel, and adhere to safety guidelines for a secure visit.
8
/ 10
Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is generally safe for cruise travelers, though visitors should remain vigilant against occasional petty crime in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
Las Palmas
Las Palmas is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance in crowded areas is essential to prevent pickpocketing.
8
/ 10
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon
Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Dawn

⚓ Tonnage

92,250

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,002

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,340

vs avg 3,120

The Dawn has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 92,250 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Dawn is included in Norwegian’s Dawn class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Dawn holds 2,340 passengers. That includes 1,308 cruise vacationers and 1,032 staff members. The Dawn total number of staterooms is 1,170.

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What's the weather like on the Norwegian Dawn March 12, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 18-night route, March averages 85°F highs and 61°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the March 12, 2025 Norwegian Dawn itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.2 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 9 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Norwegian Dawn sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Norwegian Dawn departs Cape Town, South Africa on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Mar 30th, 2025 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 18 nights.

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