Africa & Indian Ocean

Expedition Madagascar and South Africa: two wonderful wildernesses

Name: Expedition Madagascar and South Africa: two wonderful wildernesses
Brand: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
Price: 10790 EUR
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Discover the biodiversity of two countries, which couldn't be any more different. South Africa leads you into the habitat of the legendary big five. Encounter the wonders of Madagascar in the form of baobab trees, lemurs, vanilla and mysterious rites.

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Voyage Overview

Highlight

From urban melting pots of African and European culture to simple village life
On the trail of the big five: safari overland excursion* into the heart of South Africa
Comoros: a seldom-visited island jewel and dream destination for diving and snorkelling
Authentic insights into the modest lifestyle of the Madagascans
Biotopes for wildlife sightings – with whales, sea turtles, lemurs, chameleons and birds

Destinations

Madagascar Africa & Indian Ocean South Africa

Language Services

GermanEnglish

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Before the cruise

Day-by-day stops

After the cruise

Please Note

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

Expedition and knowledge

All landings and rides in the ship’s own Zodiacs (Use of the Zodiacs depends on the destination and on official permits)
Experienced experts from various disciplines accompany every cruise, give presentations and multimedia lectures, provide well-informed answers to questions about the cruising area and take part in the Zodiac landings/rides and hikes from/to ship
Use of the interactive Ocean Academy with individual knowledge formats
Comprehensive information before the cruise – for example about the Arctic, Antarctic, the South Seas and the Amazon, as well as expedition maps

Cabin

In every cabin: champagne to welcome you, mini bar restocked daily with non-alcoholic beverages (additional selection in Grand Suites and Junior Suites), coffee machine (tea on request), 24-hour cabin service
Equipment for loan: one pair of binoculars and two sets of Nordic Walking poles in the cabin itself, furthermore warm parkas, rubber boots, snorkelling equipment
Flat-screen TV with information and entertainment programme, personal email account and Internet access via Wi-Fi (free of charge for one hour per guest and day, satellite-dependent especially in polar areas)
Information about harbours and destinations (where available) in the cabin

Restaurants

International gourmet cuisine – full board: breakfast (early-bird and late riser breakfast), bouillon, afternoon coffee/tea time, lunch and dinner (three restaurants to choose from in the evening with flexible opening hours)
A complimentary selection of soft drinks

For all cases

Harbour and airport fees

Spa and fitness

Extensive sports programme: fitness area with ocean view, course programme, additional sports activities on shore depending on the destination (Personal training for an additional charge)
OCEAN SPA with Finnish sauna with an ocean view, steam sauna, indoor and outdoor relaxation area (spa treatments and hairdresser at a surcharge)

Ship

HANSEATIC spirit

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

HANSEATIC spirit is the third and youngest of Hapag-Lloyd Cruises' identical PC6 expedition trio. Like sisters HANSEATIC nature (2019) and HANSEATIC inspiration (2019), she carries up to 230 guests on tropical, sub-tropical and polar expeditions with hybrid-electric propulsion, retractable Zodiac platforms, and an ice-strengthened hull rated for year-round Antarctic and Arctic operations.

Passengers230

Tonnage16,100 GT

Built2021

Ice ClassPC6

Decks6

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Onboard Facilities

Onboard Life

Current Offers

2 promotions apply to this voyage. Click any offer for full terms.

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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Expedition Madagascar and South Africa: two wonderful wildernesses

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Pre-cruise programme B: Relaxinf getaway - Four Seasons at Anahita

Pre-cruise programme A: Relxing getaway - Hotel Trou aux Biches

Travel package to Port Louis

Arrival Mauritius (with day stay)

Port Louis/Mauritius, departure 20.00 hrs

Relaxation at sea

Madagascar’s east coast (Nosy Boraha)

Relaxation at sea

Madagascar’s north coast (Nosy Hara, Nosy Be)

Madagascar’s north coast (Nosy Hara, Nosy Be)

Mayotte/Comoros/France, 12.00 – 19.00

Relaxation at sea

Madagascar’s west coast (Nosy Andriangory, Toliara)

Madagascar’s west coast (Nosy Andriangory, Toliara)

Relaxation at sea

Relaxation at sea

Richards Bay/South Africa, 05.00 – 20.00 hrs

Durban, 07.00 – 19.00 hrs

Relaxation at sea

Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth), 07.00 – 18.30 hrs

Mossel Bay, 13.00 – 19.00

Hermanus, 13.00 – 19.00 hrs

Cape Town/South Africa, arrival 06.00 hrs

Travel package from Cap Town

Post-cruise programme A: Relaxing getaway in Cape Town

International flights

Please Note

Expedition and knowledge

Cabin

Restaurants

For all cases

Spa and fitness

Ship

HANSEATIC spirit

Deck Plans

Onboard Facilities

Onboard Life

Current Offers

Attractive combination discount

Special offer for solo travellers

Booking & Cancellation Policies

Cancellation Policy

Insurance Requirements

Cabin Categories

Outside Cabin

Panorama Cabin

Junior Suite with balcony

Grand Suite with veranda