Seven Seas Voyager - 2/12/2026

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.

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Ile Sainte Marie, Madagascar, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to palm-lined beaches. Travelers snorkel coral reefs and visit pirate cemeteries. Excursions explore Ambodifotatra’s markets. Local markets sell vanilla beans. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures turquoise waters and lush jungles. Dining onboard includes romazava, a Malagasy stew. Souvenirs, like raffia hats, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover pirate history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Ile Sainte Marie’s exotic charm offers a vibrant Madagascar stop, blending history with tropical beauty.

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.

The Mozambique Channel, with no docking, sees ships sailing between Madagascar and Mozambique. Travelers observe humpback whales migrating seasonally. Excursions to Nosy Be explore lemur-filled forests. Local markets sell vanilla pods. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather; taxis cost 5,000-10,000 MGA. Photography captures coral islands. Dining onboard includes coconut curry. Souvenirs, like baobab crafts, are available in ship shops. Briefings cover marine conservation. Light clothing suits the warm climate. The channel’s biodiverse waters offer a tropical passage with rare wildlife sightings.

Dar Es Salaam in Tanzania has docking at the Port of Dar es Salaam. Travelers explore the National Museum’s cultural exhibits. Excursions visit Bongoyo Island’s beaches. Local markets sell kanga fabrics. The peak season, June to October, brings dry weather; taxis cost 5,000-10,000 TZS. Photography captures harbor life. Dining onboard includes ugali. Souvenirs, like Maasai beads, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Swahili culture. Light clothing suits the tropical climate. Dar Es Salaam’s vibrant port offers an East African coastal gateway.

Dar Es Salaam in Tanzania has docking at the Port of Dar es Salaam. Travelers explore the National Museum’s cultural exhibits. Excursions visit Bongoyo Island’s beaches. Local markets sell kanga fabrics. The peak season, June to October, brings dry weather; taxis cost 5,000-10,000 TZS. Photography captures harbor life. Dining onboard includes ugali. Souvenirs, like Maasai beads, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Swahili culture. Light clothing suits the tropical climate. Dar Es Salaam’s vibrant port offers an East African coastal gateway.

The Mozambique Channel, with no docking, sees ships sailing between Madagascar and Mozambique. Travelers observe humpback whales migrating seasonally. Excursions to Nosy Be explore lemur-filled forests. Local markets sell vanilla pods. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather; taxis cost 5,000-10,000 MGA. Photography captures coral islands. Dining onboard includes coconut curry. Souvenirs, like baobab crafts, are available in ship shops. Briefings cover marine conservation. Light clothing suits the warm climate. The channel’s biodiverse waters offer a tropical passage with rare wildlife sightings.

The Mozambique Channel, with no docking, sees ships sailing between Madagascar and Mozambique. Travelers observe humpback whales migrating seasonally. Excursions to Nosy Be explore lemur-filled forests. Local markets sell vanilla pods. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather; taxis cost 5,000-10,000 MGA. Photography captures coral islands. Dining onboard includes coconut curry. Souvenirs, like baobab crafts, are available in ship shops. Briefings cover marine conservation. Light clothing suits the warm climate. The channel’s biodiverse waters offer a tropical passage with rare wildlife sightings.

Toliara, Madagascar, offers docking at Toliara Port. Travelers explore Arboretum d’Antsokay and Ifaty Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Nosy Ve. Local markets sell mofo gasy. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures spiny forests and Mozambique Channel vistas. Dining onboard includes ravitoto, a Malagasy favorite. Souvenirs, like baobab crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sakalava history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Toliara’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Malagasy stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of unique flora and marine beauty, making Toliara an engaging destination for exploring Madagascar’s southwest coast.

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, 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.

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.