Macaronesia & Bissagos Islands – Grand Expedition Cruise from Dakar to Lisbon (Northbound)
Macaronesia & Bissagos Islands – Grand Expedition Cruise from Dakar to Lisbon (Northbound)
21-day expedition cruise of Macaronesia, from Senegal to the Bissagos Islands, Cape Verde, the Canary Islands, Madeira, and Lisbon
Cultural flavours of Africa
Your grand expedition cruise starts in Dakar, the buzzing capital of Senegal and the most vibrant, affluent and influential city in West Africa. We’ll then visit the Bijagós people, who have retained their ancestral way of life.
Island life
Scan for hundreds of different bird species and rare saltwater hippos, manatees, turtles and more in the Bissagos UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Discover Cape Verde’s culture, fascinating geology and volcanic landscapes when we visit Boa Vista, Santiago, Fogo and Santo Antão.
Sandy beaches and stunning nature
You’ll be awed by the natural beauty of the Canary Islands as you explore El Hierro, La Gomera and La Palma. We’ll then sail to the verdant landscapes of Madeira and the picturesque beaches and wildlife of Porto Santo. Your expedition cruise ends in Lisbon, one of southern Europe's most enchanting cities.
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Day 1Dakar, Senegal
Delightful Dakar
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Day 2-5Bissagos Islands, Gineau-Bissau
Bissagos expedition
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Day 6At sea
Bound for Cape Verde
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Day 7Boa Vista, Cape Verde
A piece of the Sahara
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Day 8Praia, Santiago
Diverse Santiago
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Day 9Fogo, Cape Verde
Volcanic Fogo
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Day 10Porto Novo, Cape Verde
Rugged Santo Antão
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Day 11-13At sea
Bound for the Canary Islands
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Day 14El Hierro, Canary Islands
Remote El Hierro
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Day 15La Gomera, Canary Islands
Unspoiled La Gomera
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Day 16La Palma, Canary Islands
La Palma, the pretty isle
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Day 17At sea
Bound for Madeira
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Day 18Madeira, Portugal
Verdant Madeira
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Day 19Porto Santo, Portugal
The sands of Porto Santo
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Day 20At sea
Relax and reflect
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Day 21Lisbon, Portugal
Enchanting Lisbon
Departures
2024
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What’s included
Transfers before the Expedition cruise
- Transfer from Dakar airport to the ship on day of embarkation
Expedition Cruise
- A stay in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages* in restaurant Aune
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board†
- Complimentary reusable water bottle
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
*House beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water
†Please note there is very limited Wi-Fi and phone signal in the remote areas we travel to, and streaming is not supported.
Onboard Activities
- In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
- Full use of our Science Center, extensive library and advanced biological and geological equipment
- Citizen Science Programme where you can assist with ongoing scientific research
- Photography tips and techniques for capturing landscape and wildlife from our onboard professional photographer
- Use of ship's hot tubs, panoramic sauna and gym
- Informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of boots, trekking poles and all equipment for activities
- Expedition photographers on hand to assist you
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- Please make sure you meet all vaccination requirements (global health insurance recommended)
- No gratuities expected
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
MS Spitsbergen
Year built | 2009 |
Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
Shipyard | Estaleiro Navais de Viana do Castelo (POR) |
Passenger capacity | 220 |
Beds | 243 |
Car capacity | 0 |
Gross tonnage | 7,344 |
Length | 100.54m |
Beam | 18m |
Speed | 14.5 knots |
MS Spitsbergen is named after the crown jewel of Arctic Norway – the Svalbard archipelago and its biggest island, Spitsbergen. Hurtigruten has a long history of travelling to Spitsbergen, beginning in 1896 with the `Sports Route´.
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