Norwegian Sun - April 29, 2026
The April 29, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Sun departs from Port Louis, Mauritius. On this 11 Night Africa: South Africa & Madagascar (Port Louis To Cape Town) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Sun sets sail on Wednesday, Apr 29th and returns on Sunday, May 10th.
April 29, 2026
Apr 29th - May 10th
Norwegian Sun
Norwegian Cruise Line
11 Night Africa: South Africa & Madagascar
from Port Louis, Mauritius
Cruise Price - Historic & Current
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Sun cruise ship departing April 29, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,513 ($229 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,069 ($189 per night), this represents a recent increase of 21%.
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Norwegian Sun
NORWEGIAN SUN SIZE
The Sun has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 78,309 gross tons. The ship measures 848 feet (258 meters) in length. Norwegian Sun is included in Norwegian’s Sun Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Sun holds 2,842 passengers. That includes 1,936 cruise vacationers and 906 staff members. The Sun total number of staterooms is 968.
Norwegian Sun Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:78,309 GT
- Length:848 ft (258 m)
- Beam:123 ft (37 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2001
- Years Served:2001 - Present
- Capacity:1,936
- Crew Members:906
- Total on Board:2,842
- Total Staterooms:968
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:330 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Sun age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Itinerary
Norwegian Sun - April 29, 2026 - 11 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apr 29th | Port Louis, Mauritius |
| 2 | Apr 30th | Pointe Des Galets, Reunion Island |
| 3 | May 1st | At Sea |
| 4 | May 2nd | Antsiranana (diego Suarez), Madagascar |
| 5 | May 3rd | Nosy Be, Madagascar |
| 6 | May 4th | At Sea |
| 7 | May 5th | At Sea |
| 8 | May 6th | At Sea |
| 9 | May 7th | Port Elizabeth, South Africa |
| 10 | Apr 29th | Port Elizabeth, South Africa |
| 11 | May 9th | Mossel Bay, South Africa |
| 12 | May 10th | Cape Town, South Africa |
Cruise Itinerary
The Norwegian Sun sails on April 29, 2026 for a 11 Night Africa: South Africa & Madagascar (Port Louis To Cape Town). The ship will depart the port of Port Louis, Mauritius at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Cape Town, South Africa on May 10th at 8:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Norwegian Sun will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
Mauritius, an island of volcanic rock, is surrounded by beautiful coral reefs. Found on the west coast of the island, Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius. Visit the many forests or head to the mountain for a breathtaking view of the sea. Or head into town for some shopping.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Nosy Be, the largest island off Madagascar is known as "the perfumed isle" for its profusion of ylang-ylang, patchouli, cinnamon, vanilla, pepper and saffron. It is also a holiday resort with a colonial French atmosphere. Here you will have the chance of visiting Nosy Komba, set aside to protect the small, endearing primates known as lemurs, which are indigenous here.
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!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Port Elizabeth, set along the beautiful shores of Algoa Bay, is located on the south eastern coast of Africa, and is a major tourist destination better known as the Friendly City! The city offers the best mix of eco-attractions as a holiday destination with a rich diversity: scenic nature trails and wildlife experiences, long golden beaches, historic heritage and a unique coastal climate. The calm waters of Algoa Bay, its shores lapped by the warm Indian Ocean, make Port Elizabeth a mecca for all beach and watersport activities.
Port Elizabeth, set along the beautiful shores of Algoa Bay, is located on the south eastern coast of Africa, and is a major tourist destination better known as the Friendly City! The city offers the best mix of eco-attractions as a holiday destination with a rich diversity: scenic nature trails and wildlife experiences, long golden beaches, historic heritage and a unique coastal climate. The calm waters of Algoa Bay, its shores lapped by the warm Indian Ocean, make Port Elizabeth a mecca for all beach and watersport activities.
One of the world's most scenic harbors, the "Mother City" has welcomed sailors since Portuguese navigators first rounded the Cape of Good Hope in the 15th century. Take a cable car ride to the summit of massive, flat-topped Table Mountain, the city's dominating landmark, for a panoramic view of the Cape from 3,300 feet. At nearby Stellenbosch, the university town famous for its Cape Dutch architecture, sip crisp local vintages at one of the well-known wine estates.