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Experience the wonders of South Africa with Adventure Life's array of 9 small ship cruises for 2025. Join us on a cruise journey through the vibrant heritage and breathtaking landscapes of Maputo to Cape Town. Sail on the Extraordinary Southern Africa cruise aboard SH Diana to explore Maputo's Soviet-style buildings, Mozambique's islands, and spot rare bird species while enjoying a rickshaw ride in Durban. Engage in local market visits, wildlife viewing, and more. Delve into the South Atlantic Semi-Circumnavigation aboard SH Vega to discover the wildlife of Antarctica, Gough Island, and sail to Tristan da Cunha. Learn about the region's legends, explore Chobe National Park, tour Victoria Falls, and visit Impalila's local school on the Southern Africa: Travel to the Ends of the Earth cruise aboard African Dream. With activities like wildlife viewing and village visits, these adventures offer a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the captivating nature, history, and culture of South Africa. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Table Mountain and Cape Town Harbour, South Africa
$9,422
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Extraordinary South Africa

Maputo to Cape Town - 9 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • See Maputo's Soviet-style buildings
  • Explore Mozambique’s islands
  • Spot rare bird species
  • Take a rickshaw ride along Durban
Starts / Ends:
Maputo / Cape Town
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
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Set sail on this on this 9-day Extraordinary Southern Africa cruise from Maputo to Cape Town aboard SH Diana. Begin the cruise in Maputo, the former Portuguese colony in Mozambique, explore its culture, and enjoy pristine beaches. Discover South African shores, spot rare bird species like the …
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A herd of elephants of all sizes make their way across the valley.
$7,380
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Coastal Treasures of Southwest Africa

Cape Town - Luanda - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore Cape Town
  • Discover Kolmanskop, a ghost town
  • Observe thousands of flamingos
  • Explore Namibe Partial Reserve
Starts / Ends:
Cape Town / Luanda
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 12-day Coastal Treasures of Southwest Africa Cruise from Cape Town to Luanda aboard SH Diana promises an unforgettable journey through captivating landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Begin in vibrant Cape Town, where Table Mountain offers panoramic views and Robben Island shares poignant …
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Cape Town sunset
$4,480
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Cruising in Namibia: The Skeleton Coast

Cape Town to Luanda - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Birdwatching at Saldanha Bay
  • Visit Kolmanskop ghost town
  • Explore Namibe’s colonial sites
  • See Cape fur seals at Pelican Point
Starts / Ends:
Cape Town / Luanda
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
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Set sail from Cape Town to Luanda on a 13-day African coastal cruise aboard SH Diana. Begin in Cape Town, where stunning Table Mountain overlooks a bustling waterfront. Sail north to Saldanha Bay, famous for its birdlife and rich wetlands. Discover Luderitz’s German-colonial buildings and …
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$12,380
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South Atlantic Semi-Circumnavigation

22 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Learn about South Shetland Islands
  • Explore the wildlife of Antarctica
  • Visit South Orkney Islands
  • Sail to Tristan da Cunha
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Cape Town
Activities:
Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 22-day South Atlantic Semi-Circumnavigation expedition cruise aboard SH Diana departs from Ushuaia, Argentina, and sails south to the icy wilderness of the South Shetland Islands. Along the way, see spectacular glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife such as penguins, seals, and whales. The cruise …
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Dozens of Adelie Penguins gather on an ice flow in the seawater near Brown Bluff on the Antarctica Peninsula.
$7,180
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South Atlantic Cruise: From Antarctica to South Africa

Ushuaia - Cape Town - 22 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Observe penguins, seals, and whales
  • Explore the wildlife of Antarctica
  • Navigate through towering icebergs
  • See different seabird species
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Cape Town
Activities:
Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 22-day cruise that begins in Ushuaia, traveling across the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, and Tristan de Cunha before concluding in Cape Town. Along the way, experience Antarctic glaciers, observe wildlife including penguins, seals, and whales, and visit historic whaling stations. …
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$33,900
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Cape Town to Lisbon

42 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Wind
  • Explore West Coast of Africa
  • Explore lagoons, mountains, wildlif
  • Discover Walvis Bay, Bombom Island
  • Overnight at Lomé and Tema
  • Trip to the Bijagos Archipelago
  • Explore Lisbon
Starts / Ends:
Cape Town / Lisbon
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 40-day Cape Town to Lisbon Cruise aboard Silver Wind, explore some of the most secluded destinations and venture along the West Coast of Africa and the Atlantic Islands. Setting sail from Cape Town to Lisbon, the voyage includes captivating stops in Walvis Bay, Bom Bom Island, Pointe Noire, …
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Adelie penguins
$45,960
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Unexplored East Antarctica & French Southern Lands

Hobart, Tasmania - Cape Town - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Trace footsteps of explorers
  • Set sail from Hobart
  • Navigate through coastal ice floes
  • wildlife of the Southern Ocean
  • eastern side of Antarctica
Starts / Ends:
Hobart / Cape Town
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Spa Relaxation, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 29-day half-circumnavigation of Antarctica aboard Le Commandant Charcot, from Tasmania to the southern tip of Africa, crossing the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Encounter icebergs and glaciers in Antarctic lands, following the paths of renowned explorers like Jules Dumont d’Urville …
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$12,380
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Africa to America Antarctic Epic

Cape Town to Ushuaia - 22 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Discover Cape Town
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Enter the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Zodiac cruises
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
Starts / Ends:
Cape Town / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 22-day Africa to America Antarctic Epic Expedition Cruise aboard SH Diana, depart from Cape Town, South Africa. Explore Cape Town, a beautiful city with a rich history and culture before boarding the ship. The next few days will be spent crossing the Drake Passage. Once crossed the Drake …
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A close up of a type of traditional dress worn in Africa.
$7,701
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Southern Africa: Travel to the Ends of the Earth

9 Day Itinerary aboard African Dream
  • Learn about the region´s legends
  • Explore Chobe National Park
  • Tour Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe
  • Visit Impalila's local school
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Land & Sea Exploration, River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
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Board the African Dream in Johannesburg and begin a 9-day cruise along the Chobe and Zambezi rivers. Get an up-close experience of South Africa´s wilderness, enjoy authentic traditional cuisine, learn about age-old customs, and in the end of your trip admire the grandness of Victoria Falls. …
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The ship company they sent us on was perfect in every detail
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I’m so glad we found AdventureLife. Jess, our planner, was such a pleasure to work with. She readily shared her extensive knowledge about Panama, she offered good suggestions and creative ideas, kept everything organized and handled the details each step of the way.
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Jessica was wonderful! She made every effort to ensure our trip was just what we wanted.
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Erin was easy to work with and very helpful. She was patient and helped us figure out the adventure tour we were hoping for in Belize. Can’t wait to go on this trip!
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