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South Africa One-Way via Walvis Bay & Mossel Bay

Walvis Bay · Lüderitz · Cape Town · Hermanus · Mossel Bay · Port Elizabeth · Durban

Port-heavy South Africa itinerary. Covers Namibia and South Africa.

11 nights Walvis Bay South Africa 8 ports 2 sea days
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What this trip feels like

Active, varied and destination-focused

With 8 ports across 11 nights, this trip keeps the focus on time ashore. Expect more destination variety and a busier rhythm, with the ship serving as the link between port days.

Port-forward pace

8 ports in 11 nights

Most days put a destination at the center of the plan.

Broad destination variety

Walvis Bay · Lüderitz · Cape Town + more

Frequent changes of scenery across the itinerary.

Route logistics

Sails from Walvis Bay

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Port experience

Walvis Bay · Pick your date carefully

Cruise traffic varies substantially by date, so your specific port day can feel very different depending on when you visit.

Best for · Destination-led trips · Active days ashore · Travelers who prefer variety

Think twice if · You want long, uninterrupted stretches of time onboard

Best departures

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Best overall value
Ponant Cruises

Le Dumont Durville

Walvis Bay → Lüderitz → Durban → Richards Bay

Dec 16 · 11 nights

About average

$7,832 balcony · $712/night

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Itinerary pricing

What this itinerary usually costs

Typical pricing runs around $770/night, with most departures landing in the $707-$932/night band across 1 tracked sailing.

Typical price

$770/night

$8,469 total

Normal range

$707-$932/night

$7,778-$10,254 total

Lowest recent fare

Building history

$6,939 total

Comparison set

1 sailings

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When should I go?

Not enough departures yet to identify a reliable cheaper season.

Route overview

How this route is built

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11 nights · 8 port calls · 2 sea days · 2 countries

8 port calls across Namibia, South Africa · More port-intensive than many 11-night alternatives.

  1. 1

    Embark in Walvis Bay

    Embarkation ports can vary by sailing

  2. 2

    Walvis Bay

    Namibia · South Africa

  3. 3

    Lüderitz

    Namibia · South Africa

  4. 4

    Cape Town

    South Africa · South Africa

  5. 5

    Cape Town

    South Africa · South Africa

  6. 6

    Hermanus

    South Africa · South Africa

  7. 7

    Mossel Bay

    South Africa · South Africa

  8. 8

    Port Elizabeth

    South Africa · South Africa

  9. 9

    Durban

    South Africa · South Africa

  10. 10

    Disembark in Richards Bay

    Disembarkation ports can vary by sailing

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FAQ

What’s the best month to sail this itinerary?
It depends on weather and crowd levels. Use the sailing list to compare dates and prioritize port days with comfortable conditions.
Are these sailings all the same route?
They can be close but not identical. Look for differences in port order, arrival times, and sea day placement.
How should I choose between two similar sailings?
Compare: (1) ship, (2) port day timing, (3) number of sea days, (4) price vs cabin value, and (5) flight convenience.