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Where this voyage takes you
Voyage route — calls shown in order; map is schematic.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day
1
Dakar
Depart 18:00
Day
2
A
At Sea
Day
3
A
At Sea
Day
4
A
At Sea
Day
5
A
At Sea
Day
6
A
At Sea
Day
7
A
At Sea
Day
8
A
At Sea
Day
9
A
At Sea
Day
10
A
At Sea
Day
11
A
At Sea
Day
12
A
At Sea
Day
13
Walvis Bay
Arrive 07:00
A deep-water port on Namibia's Atlantic coast, set between the dunes of the Namib Desert and a lagoon rich in flamingos and pelicans. A former German colonial town, it is the gateway to Sandwich Harbour and the towering dunes around Swakopmund.
lagoon flamingos
Dune 7
Sandwich Harbour
Upcoming departures
25 Nov 2026
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
12-Night Africa Cruise from Dakar FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 12-night Africa cruise calls at Dakar, At Sea and Walvis Bay.
How many days are spent at sea?
11 days are spent at sea; the rest are in port.
Where does this cruise depart from?
It departs from Dakar and ends in Walvis Bay.
How long is this cruise?
12 nights aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 25 Nov 2026. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.
