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West Africa expedition cruises: FAQ

How much does West Africa cost?

Sailings to West Africa in our inventory embark from Dakar, Tema, Miami and Walvis Bay. Voyages to West Africa in our inventory start from $4000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

How long is a voyage to West Africa?

Itineraries to West Africa start from 7 nights.

When do voyages to West Africa depart?

Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in January, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December.

Which upcoming departures include West Africa?

Upcoming departures in our inventory: 1 November 2026 aboard Le Lapérouse (Ponant, 10 nights, from $6,000); 11 November 2026 aboard Le Lapérouse (Ponant, 8 nights, from $6,000); 15 November 2026 aboard Le Dumont d'Urville (Ponant, 10 nights, from $6,000); 19 November 2026 aboard Le Lapérouse (Ponant, 8 nights, from $6,000); 25 November 2026 aboard Le Dumont d'Urville (Ponant, 12 nights, from $4,000); 27 November 2026 aboard Le Lapérouse (Ponant, 10 nights, from $4,000); 3 December 2026 aboard Le Champlain (Ponant, 10 nights, from $6,000); 13 December 2026 aboard Le Champlain (Ponant, 8 nights, from $6,000). Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

How many itineraries to Africa include West Africa?

40 of the 134 departures to Africa currently on sale include West Africa, across 4 operators: Ponant, Seabourn, Swan Hellenic and Scenic.

Which cruise lines sail to West Africa?

4 operators in our inventory currently offer departures to West Africa: Ponant, Seabourn, Swan Hellenic and Scenic.

How many departures to West Africa are on sale, and when do they leave?

40 scheduled departures to West Africa are currently on sale, with sailing dates in January, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December.

How long are itineraries to West Africa?

Itineraries to West Africa in our inventory range from 7 to 137 nights.

What is the most common itinerary length for West Africa, and when is departure activity highest?

The most common itinerary length to West Africa in our inventory is 10 nights, and November has the highest number of scheduled departures.

Which ships operate in West Africa?

Ships sailing West Africa in our inventory include Seabourn Quest (Seabourn, 458 guests), SH Diana (Swan Hellenic, 192 guests), Le Dumont d'Urville (Ponant, 184 guests), Le Champlain (Ponant, 184 guests) and Le Lapérouse (Ponant, 184 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.

Where do voyages to West Africa embark?

Departures to West Africa in our inventory embark from Dakar, Tema, Miami and Walvis Bay.

Which places feature on itineraries to West Africa?

Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at Mindelo, Lisbon, Cape Town, Luderitz, Las Palmas, Arrecife, Takoradi and Praia. Exact calls vary by itinerary and are subject to weather and local conditions.

Are any West Africa departures discounted right now?

Yes: 2 of the West Africa departures currently in our inventory list at least one cabin priced below its own published fare, the largest reduction being 4%. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

How do starting prices for West Africa compare across operators?

Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: Ponant from $4000, Swan Hellenic from $5000, Scenic from $8000, Seabourn from $14000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

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Inventory data on this page last updated 2026-10-29.

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