Africa & Indian Ocean

Between wilderness, waves, and white beaches

Name: Between wilderness, waves, and white beaches
Brand: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
Price: 8990 EUR
Availability: InStock

Discover, experience, enjoy: where the ground trembles beneath the footsteps of elephants and the air is filled with adventure, you can feel the heart of Africa beating. In vast nature reserves, the wilderness unfolds its full power – impressive, intense and full of life.

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Voyage Overview

Highlight

Start your cruise with an overnight stay to experience the diversity of Cape Town up close
Discover Africa’s wildlife on spectacular safaris* and admire African natural wonders
See hippos and crocodiles on a boat trip* on the St Lucia River.
Paradise and untamed nature – explore Reunion’s rainforests and volcanic landscapes
Pure relaxation on the dream beaches of Mauritius with our post-cruise programmes*

Destinations

South Africa Africa & Indian Ocean Madagascar

Language Services

GermanEnglish

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Please Note

## Conditions & important notes * The post-cruise programmes and shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to change. ** Depending on the flight schedule, a change in the travel package from the cruise arrival point may be necessary. GENERAL INFORMATION ON IMMIGRATION: The passport needs to be valid for a period of 6 months beyond the duration of the cruise.

Experiences ashore

Shuttle transfer in selected ports
Available to borrow: bicycles (subject to official approval at each destination), snorkelling equipment, warm parkas, umbrellas and parasols (please note that this is a limited contingent and the rental items cannot be reserved in advance)
Port information including maps and tips for going ashore
Zodiac rides to hidden beaches and bays (subject to routes and weather conditions)

In your suite

Champagne and delicacies as a welcome gift
Mini bar (soft drinks and beer) and fresh fruit, refilled daily
24-hour suite service; butler service in the Penthouse Suites
Flat-screen TV in your suite with entertainment and information system (guest portal) as well as your personal EUROPA email account (only accessible via a mobile device), a selection of up to 100 contemporary and classic films, various genres of music and audio dramas
Digital newspaper service: a condensed on-board edition of 'Die Welt' every morning
Exclusive service privileges in the SPA Suites and Penthouse Suites

Culture and entertainment

Carefully selected, exciting guest artists and renowned stars in an intimate and exclusive atmosphere.
Top-class classical music, rousing shows, fascinating concerts, cabaret artists, readings and plays
Activity programmes and lecture series, talks, lectures and workshops with renowned lecturers and experts
Onboard chaplain on selected voyages
Free internet on board - one hour per guest per day, further information and conditions can be found here

Restaurants

Five restaurants at no extra cost: the Europa Restaurant, yet there are also three speciality restaurants and a buffet restaurant to choose from
Main meal times, snack times, late breakfast, speciality teas and coffees as well as cakes and midnight snacks
A complimentary selection of soft drinks

For all cases

Harbour and airport fees

Spa and fitness

15 m (49 ft) long seawater pool, whirlpool, fitness area with ocean views and golf simulator
Wide range of fitness classes - indoors or outdoors
SPA area with steam bath, infrared chairs, relaxation room and Tea Lounge

Ship

MS EUROPA

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises' five-stars-plus flagship, MS EUROPA carries up to 400 guests across nine decks of suites - every cabin a suite with sea view. Berlitz-rated as one of the world's leading luxury cruise ships every year since launch in 1999, EUROPA pairs spacious onboard living with a deep, world-wide itinerary catalogue and an industry-leading crew-to-guest ratio.

Passengers400

Tonnage28,890 GT

Built1999

Decks9

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Onboard Facilities

Onboard Life

Booking & Cancellation Policies

Cancellation Policy

210+ days before departure: 25% penalty 180–209 days before departure: 30% penalty 120–179 days before departure: 35% penalty 75–119 days before departure: 50% penalty 60–74 days before departure: 60% penalty 40–59 days before departure: 75% penalty 31–39 days before departure: 85% penalty 0–31 days before departure: 95% penalty Expedition voyages on HANSEATIC nature/inspiration/spirit follow tighter cancellation tiers; refer to the per-voyage essential information PDF. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering cancellation, curtailment and medical evacuation. Name change fee: $330 USD

Insurance Requirements

Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended for all guests — covering trip cancellation, baggage loss, medical, accident, repatriation and emergency evacuation. Expedition voyages: medical evacuation cover should specifically include polar regions; minimum coverage € 200,000 per person is recommended.

Your booking is made with Gvoya — the terms shown above are the Gvoya platform terms applied to this voyage. Full details: Booking Terms·Cancellation Policy

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Between wilderness, waves, and white beaches

Route Map

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Voyage Overview

Destinations

Language Services

Day-by-Day Itinerary

International flights

Nature experience Botswana: Safari at Okavango-Delta

CULTURE MEETS NATURE: CAPE TOWN & SURROUNDINGS

NATURE EXPERIENCE SOUTH AFRICA: SAFARI AT KRUGER NATIONALPARK

RELAXING GETAWAY: CAPE TOWN

Mont Rochelle Private

Travel package to Kapstadt

Cape Town/South Africa Overnight stay on board

Cape Town/South Africa, departure 19.30 hrs

Relaxation at sea

Mossel Bay/South Africa, 07.00 – 15.00 hrs

Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth)/South Africa, arrival 7.30 hrs

Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth)/South Africa, departure 18.30 hrs

Relaxation at sea

Durban/South Africa, 08.00 – 19.00 hrs

Richards Bay/South Africa, 06.00 – 20.00 hrs

Relaxation at sea

Relaxation at sea

Relaxation at sea

Port d’Ehoala (Taolanaro)/Madagascar, 7.00 – 16.00 hrs

Relaxation at sea

Le Port/Reunion/France, 8.00 – 18.00 hrs

Port Louis/Mauritius, arrival 05.00 hrs

Travel package from Port Louis

RELAXING GETAWAY: FOUR SEASONS RESORT MAURITIUS AT ANAHITA

International flights

Please Note

Experiences ashore

In your suite

Culture and entertainment

Restaurants

For all cases

Spa and fitness

Ship

MS EUROPA

Onboard Facilities

Onboard Life

Current Offers

Attractive combination discount

Early booking discount

Booking & Cancellation Policies

Cancellation Policy

Insurance Requirements

Cabin Categories

Suite

Veranda Suite

Penthouse Deluxe Suite

Penthouse Grand Suite

SPA Suite

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