Jewels of Madagascar

📅 Monday, December 27, 2027 🏁 Friday, January 7, 2028 🌙 11 Nights Richards Bay 🚢 Le Dumont-d'Urville
Suite $12,170 per person
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Route Map

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1
Richards Bay South Africa Spot majestic whales and playful dolphins while cruising through one of Africa's most pristine marine sanctuaries.
Arrive 2027-12-27 00:00:00 Depart 2027-12-27 19:00:00
Day 2
🌊 At Sea
Day 3
🌊 At Sea
Day 4
Tuléar Madagascar Dive into the world's third-largest coral reef system and spot whale sharks gliding through pristine turquoise waters.
Arrive 2027-12-30 06:00:00 Depart 2027-12-30 21:00:00
Day 5
Nosy Ve Madagascar Dive into pristine turquoise waters to encounter gentle whale sharks and vibrant coral gardens teeming with tropical fish.
Arrive 2027-12-31 06:00:00 Depart 2027-12-31 23:59:00
Day 6
Sarodrano Madagascar Dive into pristine coral gardens and encounter whale sharks in crystal-clear Indian Ocean waters.
Arrive 2028-01-01 06:40:00 Depart 2028-01-01 16:00:00
Day 7
Morondava Madagascar Glide past thousand-year-old baobab trees along the Menabe coast, Madagascar's most iconic natural wonder and a sanctuary for wildlife.
Arrive 2028-01-02 12:00:00 Depart 2028-01-02 18:00:00
Day 8
🌊 At Sea
Day 9
Majunga (Mahajanga) Madagascar Dive into pristine coral gardens teeming with tropical fish and encounter gentle whale sharks in the warm Mozambique Channel waters.
Arrive 2028-01-04 07:30:00 Depart 2028-01-04 19:00:00
Day 10
Nosy Komba Madagascar Swim with playful lemurs in their natural habitat while exploring pristine tropical rainforests and coral reefs teeming with colorful marine life.
Arrive 2028-01-05 12:00:00 Depart 2028-01-05 18:00:00
Day 11
Nosy Hara Madagascar Dive into pristine turquoise waters to encounter whale sharks, sea turtles, and untouched coral gardens in this remote island paradise.
Arrive 2028-01-06 07:00:00 Depart 2028-01-06 16:00:00
Day 12
Nosy Bé Madagascar Snorkel pristine coral reefs teeming with tropical fish and swim with gentle whale sharks in turquoise Indian Ocean waters.
Arrive 2028-01-07 06:00:00

About This Cruise

<p>Beneath an infinite sky in which the azure flirts with the horizon, set off to discover the enchanted shores of Madagascar and marvel at the treasures of these wild lands whose exceptional biodiversity flourishes in harmony with centuries-old traditions. During this journey, each port of call will reveal itself like a pristine Eden: coral islets inhabited by colonies of endemic birds, tropical forests sheltering mischievous lemurs, idyllic beaches edged with turquoise water, coastal tsingy formations shaped by the wind, home to teeming, secret sea life. You will also dive into the living heritage of the local communities, guardians of an ancestral maritime know-how passed on from generation to generation. An unforgettable journey, discovering spectacular nature and fascinating heritage.</p>
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From $7,520 per person 11 nights on Le Dumont-d'Urville with PONANT EXPLORATIONS
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