Norwegian Dawn - 3/3/2026
The March 3, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Dawn departs from Port Louis, Mauritius. On this 12 Night Africa: South Africa & Madagascar (Port Louis To Cape Town) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Dawn sets sail on Tuesday, Mar 3rd and returns on Sunday, Mar 15th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship departing March 3, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,059 ($172 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,006 ($168 per night), this represents a recent increase of 3%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Norwegian Dawn - March 3, 2026 - 12 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mar 2nd | Port Louis, Mauritius |
| 2 | Mar 4th | Pointe Des Galets, Reunion Island |
| 3 | Mar 4th | At Sea |
| 4 | Mar 6th | Antsiranana (diego Suarez), Madagascar |
| 5 | Mar 7th | Nosy Be, Madagascar |
| 6 | Mar 7th | At Sea |
| 7 | Mar 9th | At Sea |
| 8 | Mar 10th | Richards Bay, South Africa |
| 9 | Mar 2nd | Richards Bay, South Africa |
| 10 | Mar 12th | Port Elizabeth, South Africa |
| 11 | Mar 13th | Mossel Bay, South Africa |
| 12 | Mar 14th | Cape Town, South Africa |
| 13 | Mar 2nd | Cape Town, South Africa |
The Norwegian Dawn sails on March 3, 2026 for a 12 Night Africa: South Africa & Madagascar (Port Louis To Cape Town). The ship will depart the port of Port Louis, Mauritius at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Cape Town, South Africa on Mar 15th at N/A. During the 13-day journey, the Norwegian Dawn will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
Norwegian Dawn
NORWEGIAN DAWN SIZE
The Dawn has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 92,250 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length. Norwegian Dawn is included in Norwegian’s Dawn Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Dawn holds 3,372 passengers. That includes 2,340 cruise vacationers and 1,032 staff members. The Dawn total number of staterooms is 1,170.
Norwegian Dawn Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:92,250 GT
- Length:965 ft (294 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:38 ft (12 m)
- Max Speed:29 mph (25 kn)
- Year Built:2002
- Years Served:2002 - Present
- Capacity:2,340
- Crew Members:1,032
- Total on Board:3,372
- Total Staterooms:1,170
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:400 Million
- Status:active
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Cruise Ports
Port Louis, Mauritius, offers docking at Port Louis Port. Travelers explore the Aapravasi Ghat UNESCO site and Caudan Waterfront. Excursions visit Black River Gorges’ trails. Local markets sell dholl puri. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes rougaille, a Mauritian favorite. Souvenirs, like dodo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mauritius’ multicultural history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Port Louis’ vibrant cultural blend offers a dynamic Mauritian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic nature, and island charm, making Port Louis an engaging destination for exploring Mauritius’ heritage.
Pointe des Galets, Reunion Island, offers docking at Pointe des Galets Port. Travelers explore Piton de la Fournaise volcano and Saint-Denis’ colonial architecture. Excursions visit Cirque de Mafate’s hiking trails. Local markets sell vanille bourbon. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for volcano tours. Photography captures lava fields and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes rougail saucisse, a Reunionese dish. Souvenirs, like vanilla pods, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Reunion’s Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Pointe des Galets’ volcanic allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and cultural heritage, making it an engaging destination for exploring Reunion’s island beauty.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Antsiranana (Diego Suarez), Madagascar, docks at the main port, a 15-minute walk to the town center, population 130,000. Travelers visit Montagne d’Ambre National Park, 45 minutes south, for lemur treks and waterfalls. Nosy Lonjo, 20 minutes by boat, offers snorkeling. Local markets sell vanilla beans. Excursions to Ankarana Reserve, 2 hours south, explore tsingy limestone. Peak season May to October; taxis 10,000 MGA. Dining includes zebu steak at harbor cafes. Souvenirs feature baobab carvings.
Nosy Be, Madagascar, provides docking at Hell-Ville Port. Travelers explore Lokobe Reserve’s lemurs and Nosy Be’s spice markets. Excursions visit Nosy Komba for snorkeling. Local markets sell vanilla. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for wildlife tours. Photography captures rainforests and turquoise bays. Dining onboard includes romazava, a Malagasy stew. Souvenirs, like raffia crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Madagascar’s biodiversity. Light clothing, sun protection, and insect repellent suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance reserve hikes. Nosy Be’s exotic allure offers a vibrant Madagascar stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of endemic wildlife, scenic beaches, and cultural markets, making Nosy Be an engaging destination for exploring Madagascar’s unique island heritage and natural beauty.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Richards Bay, South Africa, offers docking at Richards Bay Port. Travelers explore Hluhluwe-iMfolozi’s wildlife and St. Lucia’s wetlands. Excursions include safari tours for rhinos. Local markets sell biltong. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for game drives. Photography captures savanna landscapes and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes bunny chow, a South African favorite. Souvenirs, like beaded crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Zulu history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Richards Bay’s safari allure offers a vibrant South African stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of big game and coastal beauty, making Richards Bay an engaging destination for exploration.
Richards Bay, South Africa, offers docking at Richards Bay Port. Travelers explore Hluhluwe-iMfolozi’s wildlife and St. Lucia’s wetlands. Excursions include safari tours for rhinos. Local markets sell biltong. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for game drives. Photography captures savanna landscapes and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes bunny chow, a South African favorite. Souvenirs, like beaded crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Zulu history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Richards Bay’s safari allure offers a vibrant South African stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of big game and coastal beauty, making Richards Bay an engaging destination for exploration.
Port Elizabeth, South Africa, provides docking at Port Elizabeth Port. Travelers explore Addo Elephant National Park and Shamwari Game Reserve. Excursions include township cultural tours. Local markets sell biltong. The peak season, November to March, brings warm weather for safari tours. Photography captures wildlife and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes bobotie, a South African favorite. Souvenirs, like beaded crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Eastern Cape history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Port Elizabeth’s safari allure offers a vibrant South African stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife adventures and coastal beauty, making Port Elizabeth an engaging destination for exploring South Africa’s biodiversity and culture.
Mossel Bay, South Africa, offers docking at Mossel Bay Port. Travelers explore the Bartolomeu Dias Museum and St. Blaize Lighthouse. Excursions visit De Hoop Nature Reserve for whale watching. Local markets sell biltong. The peak season, November to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Indian Ocean views and colonial exhibits. Dining onboard includes bobotie, a South African dish. Souvenirs, like ostrich leather, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while binoculars enhance whale spotting. Mossel Bay’s coastal heritage offers a vibrant South African stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, scenic beaches, and wildlife, making Mossel Bay an engaging destination for exploring South Africa’s Garden Route and maritime legacy.
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.
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.