Places of Interest

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Bazaruto Cruise Bazaruto Island is the largest of the 4 islands that make up the Bazaruto Archipelago. The islands form the backbone of a huge national marine reserve that not only boasts over 180 species of birds, but nearly 80% of all fish species in the Western Indian Ocean can be found here. Sightings of dolphins, turtles, and flocks of thousands of flamingos are common.
Barra Peninsula - Barra Lodge One of the most picturesque areas in Mozambique - pristine beaches with the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean on one side and the Inhambane estuary on the other. The Barra Lodge offers you deep sea fishing, diving, snorkelling, quad riding, and catamaran cruising. Cruises to Bazaruto click here

Portuguese Island This uninhabited island of only 2,5 square kilometres is a protected reserve and home to countless birds, crabs, and wide unspoiled beaches. Hidden lagoons and mangrove trees add to the magic of this beautiful and wonderful place. Portuguese Island has recently become a centre of worldwide interest, as it is also home to one of the last remaining herds of Dugongs; a rare and endangered marine mammal. Cruises to Portuguese Island click here

Luderitz This hazy coastal town has immense appeal for its barren beauty and solitude. Many charming and fine buildings reveal its colonial history as the first German settlement in South West Africa. Goerke House is the most impressive and sits with a fine view, on top of Diamond Hill. The best view of the town and working harbour is from the peninsula of land that juts out and helps to form one of the best natural harbours along the Namibian Coast. To the south of Luderitz is Diaz Point, where a big stone cross commemorates the discovery of the area. You might see Jackass Penguins and seals in the cold Benguela current.

Walvis Bay The largest and busiest port in Namibia, Walvis Bay has unique landscape and unspoilt beauty where the mighty dunes of the Namib meet the rich waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The lagoon is the largest single area of shallow sheltered water on the west coast of Southern Africa and is renowned as the home of innumerable coastal birds.

Kolmanskop (Optional excursion from Luderitz) In 1908 at Grasplatz station in the middle of the rock strewn desert between Aus and Luderitz, the railway line inspector keeping sand off the track picked up a stone that turned out to be the first diamond in the region. Kolmanskop on the outskirts of Luderitz became a diamond boomtown with a casino, skittle alley and a theatre of acoustic renown. However, the town had severe water problems and a constant sandblasting wind. So in 1926 , when larger diamonds and a richer field were found further south at the mouth of the Orange River, Kolmanskop began a slow decline to its current deserted ghostly status.

Swakopmund (Optional excursion from Walvis Bay) Swakopmund is a place of singular charm, and resembles a small Bavarian village, nestling between the desert and sea. It has a restful and relaxing atmosphere with promenades, palm trees and beautifully tended public gardens. The particular attraction of the town lies in the fact that one can enjoy the wild beauty of the desert and sea and yet be within easy reach of the solid comfort of Swakopmund’s hotels, pensions and restaurants. The source of Swakopmund’s continental atmosphere is the graceful art nouveau building. Eleven of these charming old buildings are nation monuments. The graceful lighthouse is just one of the many characteristic old structures which gives this town its particular charm.

Mossel Bay Located halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, beautiful Mossel Bay is village and harbour of the World Famous Garden Route. There are many museums in the town, the Maritime Museum, the Granery, the Shell House Museum, the Cultural History Museum.
One of the most popular attractions is the Post Office Tree, estimated to be over 800 years old. It is underneath this Milkwood Tree that Pedro d’Ataide left a letter in 1500 in a seaman’s boot for passing ships. Letters are still posted there today in a seaman’s boot! Mossel Bay is a sportsmen’s and watersport enthusiasts paradise.

Port Elizabeth This major seaport and tourist destination is set along the beautiful shores of Algoa Bay, and is fondly referred to as the Friendly Eco- City. Port Elizabeth has many historical attractions, one of the most interesting being the Historic Donkin Heritage trail, which allows the visitor to follow in the footsteps of the 182 0 Settlers on their journey of discovery and settlement.
Within the city there are some beautiful parks with well landscaped gardens including the world famous Port Elizabeth Cricket Club, the oldest Bowling Green in South Africa, Prince Alfred’s Guard Memorial and the 1992 Victorian Pearson Conservatory.
The clean beaches and warm water make Port Elizabeth an ideal watersports centre. There are also a number of wildlife reserves in the area.
Landings are strictly weather permitting and the Captain will make the final decision whether it is safe to go ashore in inclement weather.

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