Africa & Indian Ocean

In the kingdom of wild animals

Name: In the kingdom of wild animals
Brand: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

Follow the call of the wild for some unforgettable experiences in the home of lions, elephants, zebras and giraffes. With national parks, impressive coastlines and exotic islands, these breathtaking landscapes will impose no limits on your thirst for adventure.

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Enjoy magnificent views over Cape Town on a trip up Table Mountain*
Admire South Africa’s nature on the Garden Route* and on one of our spectacular safaris
Discover the diversity of Africa’s animal kingdom on an overland excursion* to the Kruger National Park
The unspoilt natural paradise of Madagascar impresses with rainforests and lemurs
Spend sunny days on idyllic beaches with the optional post-cruise programme* on Mauritius

Destinations

South Africa Africa & Indian Ocean Madagascar

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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.

In your suite

Mini bar, refilled on a daily basis
Nespresso machine
24-hour suite service
Butler service in the Penthouse, Grand Penthouse and Owner Suites
Personal EUROPA 2 email account

Entertainment

Different entertainment programme every day
Free use of the Internet on board - Free of charge for one hour per guest per day. For further information and conditions click here

Restaurants

Exclusive gourmet restaurants at no extra cost, with flexible mealtimes and no fixed seating plans
High-quality vegetarian cuisine
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Tea and coffee specialities
A complimentary selection of soft drinks

Families

Comprehensive programme of games and sports as well as arts and crafts for children from 4 years of age and for teens
Baby welcome package for parents with babies and small children up to 3 years of age

Relaxation & Fitness

OCEAN SPA and fitness area covering an area of 1,000 m² (10,764 ft²)
Extensive range of sport classes indoors or outdoors
Four saunas and state-of-the-art training apparatus

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Available for free hire: bicycles (subject to official approval) and snorkelling equipment

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Harbour and airport fees

Ship

MS EUROPA 2

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

MS EUROPA 2 is Hapag-Lloyd Cruises' modern-luxury flagship - more relaxed, family-friendly and contemporary than her older sister, with 251 spacious veranda and ocean suites for up to 500 guests. Built by STX France in Saint-Nazaire and launched in 2013, EUROPA 2 holds five-stars-plus Berlitz ratings every year since.

Passengers500

Tonnage42,830 GT

Built2013

Decks9

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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

In the kingdom of wild animals

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Pre-cruise programme B: Culture meets nature - Cape Town and surroundings

Pre-cruise programme C: Nature experience - Safari at Lions Game Reserve

Pre-cruise programme D: Nature Exp. South Africa - Safri Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Pre-cruise programme A: Relaxing getaway Cape Town

Pre-cruise programme P: Mont Rochelle Private

Travel package to Capetown

Cape Town/South Africa Overnight stay on board

Cape Town, departure 13.00 hrs

Mossel Bay/South Africa, 09.00 – 17.00 hrs

Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth)/South Africa, arrival 07.00 hrs

Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth), departure 19.00 hrs

East London/South Africa, 08.00 – 18.00 hrs

Relaxation at sea

Durban/South Africa, arrival 07.30 hrs

Durban, departure 18.00 hrs

Relaxation at sea

Maputo/Mozambique, 08.00 – 18.00 hrs

Relaxation at sea

Relaxation at sea

Port d’Ehoala (Taolanaro)/Madagascar, 08.00 – 17.00 hrs

Relaxation at sea

Le Port/Reunion/France, 08.00 – 17.00 hrs

Port Louis/Mauritius, arrival 05.00 hrs

Travel package from Mauritius

Post-cruise programme A: Relaxing Getaway - Hotel Trou aux Biches Beachcomber

Post-cruise programme B: Relaxing Getaway - Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita

Departure Mauritius with Dayflight

Departure Mauritius (with day stay)

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In your suite

Entertainment

Restaurants

Families

Relaxation & Fitness

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For all cases

Ship

MS EUROPA 2

Onboard Facilities

Onboard Life

Current Offers

Attractive combination discount

Compact world tour "Africa and Indian Ocean intensive"

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