Cape Verde Small Ship Cruises

Set sail on this 8-day cruise from Palmeira aboard Harmony V. Explore Cape Verde's diverse landscapes and rich blend of African-Portuguese heritage.

Set sail on an exciting 11-day cruise from St. Helena to the Cape Verde Islands aboard the MV Plancius. Discover the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, an underwater mountain range spanning 10,000 miles. Explore the historic Cidade Velha in Praia, built to defend against English attackers. This cruise can only be booked as part of a combination cruise.

Explore the Mediterranean islands on a 16-day Atlantic Island Chronicles cruise from Cabo Verde to the Azores aboard National Geographic Orion. Discover rich history, volcanic vistas, world-class wine and cheese, and fishing villages. Sail through Cabo Verde, and the Azores, uncovering scenic trails, hidden ports, and UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Embark on a distinctive cruise to discover the natural beauty of Cape Verde, the Canary Islands, and Madeira on this 15-day cruise from Dakar to Lisbon aboard the Le Lyrial. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites and iconic landmarks, immersing yourself in these exceptional archipelagos' diverse landscapes and cultural heritage.

Board MV Hondius on this 11-day cruise from St. Helena to the Cape Verde Islands. Witness the northbound spring migration of birds like Arctic Terns & Long-tailed Skuas in crossing the Equator. Sail the Mid-Atlantic ridge, and spot endemic birds on Boatswain Bird Island. This cruise can only be booked as part of a combination cruise.

Embark on a 40-day Cape Town to Lisbon Cruise aboard Silver Wind exploring remote destinations along the West Coast of Africa and the Atlantic Islands. Experience Walvis Bay, Bom Bom Island, Pointe Noire, with overnight stays in Lomé and Tema. Continue to the Bijagos Archipelago, Santiago Island, the Canary Islands, concluding in Lisbon.

Join the MV Hondius on this 34-day cruise exploration of South Georgia, Gough Island, Tristan da Cunha archipelago, and St. Helena. Discover rare and unprecedented wildlife and enjoy the spectacular scenic waterway.

Join a 43-day Atlantic Odyssey aboard the MV Plancius, traveling from Ushuaia to Praia with stops at the Antarctic Peninsula and Cape Verde. Cruise south to Antarctica to see vast frozen landscapes and wildlife like whales, seals, and penguins. Follow migratory paths of Arctic Terns and whales north, then sail from St. Helena to Cape Verde.