11 nights · Elysian Aurora
Cape and the Namib coast
Mountain, vineyard country and the oldest desert on earth running straight into the Atlantic. From ₦5,900,000 per guest.
Day by day
The route
Cape Town to Lüderitz to Walvis Bay to Saldanha to Mossel Bay to Hermanus. Times can change with the weather; the captain always chooses the calmer water.
Day 1: Cape Town embark
Fly from Abuja the day before with a host. Board at the waterfront from 2pm and sail past the mountain as the light goes pink.
Day 2: at sea
A slow sea day: a talk from our guest historian, the spa, and dinner at Kola.
Day 3: Lüderitz ashore
A small German-era harbour town on the edge of the desert, with the ghost town of Kolmanskop half buried in sand.
Day 4: at sea
At sea all day. Cooking class with the chef in the morning, highlife in the Atlantic Lounge at night.
Day 5: Walvis Bay ashore
Two days here: flamingos on the lagoon, then a guided drive to Sandwich Harbour where the dunes fall straight into the sea.
Day 6: Walvis Bay ashore
Two days here: flamingos on the lagoon, then a guided drive to Sandwich Harbour where the dunes fall straight into the sea.
Day 7: at sea
Sea day. Sleep in, a swim, a long lunch on the terrace and the captain's welcome evening.
Day 8: at sea
A last day at sea, with a farewell dinner and the crew singing on deck.
Day 9: Saldanha ashore
West Coast flowers in spring, a lagoon walk and the freshest crayfish lunch of the voyage.
Day 10: Mossel Bay ashore
Coastal walks, a small maritime museum and the warmest sea of the South African coast.
Day 11: Hermanus ashore
In season the whales come close to the cliffs. A cliff path walk and a slow lunch in the old harbour.
Day 12: Cape Town home
Breakfast on board and off the ship by 9am. Your host can book a car or a connecting flight home to Abuja.
Staterooms on this voyage
Fares for two guests sharing
Per guest fares and room totals including port charges of ₦18,000 per guest per night. Example rates.
| Stateroom | Size | Per guest from | Room total | Deposit to hold |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean view stateroom | 21 m² | ₦5,900,000 | ₦12,196,000 | ₦2,439,000 |
| Balcony stateroom | 27 m² plus 6 m² balcony | ₦7,965,000 | ₦16,326,000 | ₦3,265,000 |
| Grand balcony suite | 44 m² plus 11 m² balcony | ₦11,505,000 | ₦23,406,000 | ₦4,681,000 |
| Owner's suite | 82 m² plus wraparound terrace | ₦19,470,000 | ₦39,336,000 | ₦7,867,000 |
Highlights
What stays with you
- Lüderitz: A small German-era harbour town on the edge of the desert, with the ghost town of Kolmanskop half buried in sand.
- Walvis Bay: Two days here: flamingos on the lagoon, then a guided drive to Sandwich Harbour where the dunes fall straight into the sea.
- Saldanha: West Coast flowers in spring, a lagoon walk and the freshest crayfish lunch of the voyage.
- Mossel Bay: Coastal walks, a small maritime museum and the warmest sea of the South African coast.
Dates and availability
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In the fare
Included
- Your stateroom and all meals in five restaurants
- Soft drinks, juices, tea and coffee all day
- Evening shows, talks and Little Mariners
- Gratuities for the crew
- Wifi for messages and email
- Return flights from Abuja or Lagos with a travelling host
Not included
Spa treatments, private shore excursions, the streaming wifi package and travel insurance. Shore excursions start from ₦45,000 per guest.
Questions
About this voyage
Anything else, ask the concierge in the corner or call a host.
Is the Atlantic rough in October?
It can be lively off the Cape. Elysian Aurora has stabilisers and we choose sheltered routes where we can; the medical centre has motion remedies.
What should I pack for the desert?
Layers. Mornings in Walvis Bay can be cool and misty, afternoons in the dunes hot. Bring a hat, sunglasses and closed shoes.
Can we pay in instalments?
Yes. A 20 percent deposit holds the cabin and the balance can be paid monthly until 60 days before sailing, by card or bank transfer.
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Hold a cabin on Cape and the Namib coast
A 20 percent deposit holds your cabin. Free date change once, up to 90 days before you sail.