Walvis Bay To Tema on the Silver Wind

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    Duration

    18 DAYS
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    Class of ship

    Large Expedition Ship
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    Sustainability

    Advanced Wastewater Treatment, Food Waste Management, Fuel-Saving Boilers
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    Passenger Berths

    274
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    Ice Class

    1C Rating
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Duration
18 DAYS
/media/s4zhaf0m/ship-icon.png
Class of ship
Large Expedition Ship
/media/2flfscuh/leaf-icon.png
Sustainability
Advanced Wastewater Treatment, Food Waste Management, Fuel-Saving Boilers
/media/uz3memek/bed-icon.png
Passenger Berths
274
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Ice Class
1C Rating

Expedition overview and highlights

  • Sail aboard a small expedition ship along West Africa’s seldom-explored Atlantic coast
  • Explore the dunes and shipwrecks of Namibia’s Skeleton Coast
  • Visit Jane Goodall’s renowned chimpanzee sanctuary in Congo
  • Spot flamingos in Walvis Bay

Set off on a unique voyage along West Africa’s coastline, sailing from Namibia’s windswept shores to the cultural heart of Ghana. This journey reveals a fascinating blend of natural beauty, rich traditions and colonial histories. Begin amid the stark desert landscapes of Namibia, where rusted shipwrecks and towering dunes meet flamingo-filled lagoons. As you head north, uncover the rhythmic pulse of West Africa through colourful markets, ancient forts, and cultural encounters in places rarely visited by cruise ships. Encounter incredible wildlife and visit Jane Goodall’s renowned chimpanzee sanctuary in Congo. With expert lectures, Zodiac landings and immersive experiences, this voyage invites intrepid travellers to see West Africa from a new perspective.

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