Cruise itinerary
16-Night Indian Ocean Cruise from Cape Town
16 nights · Indian Ocean · 8 ports of call
16-night Indian Ocean cruise aboard Silver Shadow, departing Cape Town and calling at Mossel Bay, Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth), At Sea, Richards Bay, Pointe des Galets and Port Louis and 1 more.
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At a glance
- Ship
- Silver Shadow
- Cruise line
- Silversea
- Duration
- 16 nights
- Region
- Indian Ocean
- Departs
- Cape Town
- Returns
- Mahé
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Where this voyage takes you
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1
Cape Town
South Africa's coastal city beneath the flat summit of Table Mountain, where the Atlantic meets the approaches to the Cape of Good Hope. The harbourfront, Robben Island and the Cape winelands lie within easy reach of the cruise terminal.
- Table Mountain
- Robben Island
- Cape winelands
- Day2
Cape Town
Depart 13:30
South Africa's coastal city beneath the flat summit of Table Mountain, where the Atlantic meets the approaches to the Cape of Good Hope. The harbourfront, Robben Island and the Cape winelands lie within easy reach of the cruise terminal.
- Table Mountain
- Robben Island
- Cape winelands
- Day3
Mossel Bay
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
- Day4
Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth)
Arrive 07:00
- Day5
Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth)
Depart 18:00
- Day6
At Sea
- Day7
Richards Bay
Arrive 07:00 · Depart 19:00
- Day8
At Sea
- Day9
At Sea
- Day10
At Sea
- Day11
At Sea
- Day12
Pointe des Galets
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 18:00
- Day13
Port Louis
Arrive 08:00
The capital and main port of Mauritius, set on a natural harbour beneath a backdrop of jagged peaks in the Indian Ocean. A multicultural city, it is known for its colonial Caudan waterfront, the crowded stalls of the Central Market and the racecourse at the Champ de Mars.
- Caudan Waterfront
- Central Market
- Champ de Mars
- Day14
Port Louis
Depart 14:00
The capital and main port of Mauritius, set on a natural harbour beneath a backdrop of jagged peaks in the Indian Ocean. A multicultural city, it is known for its colonial Caudan waterfront, the crowded stalls of the Central Market and the racecourse at the Champ de Mars.
- Caudan Waterfront
- Central Market
- Champ de Mars
- Day15
At Sea
- Day16
At Sea
- Day17
Mahé
Arrive 07:00
The main island of the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean, home to the capital Victoria and the country's only cruise harbour. Granite peaks cloaked in forest rise above palm-lined coves, with celebrated beaches and a botanical garden of giant tortoises and coco de mer.
- Beau Vallon beach
- Victoria market
- Morne Seychellois
Upcoming departures
- 17 Mar 2028
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
16-Night Indian Ocean Cruise from Cape Town FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 16-night Indian Ocean cruise calls at Cape Town, Mossel Bay, Gqeberha (ex Port Elizabeth), At Sea, Richards Bay, Pointe des Galets, Port Louis and Mahé.
How many days are spent at sea?
7 days are spent at sea; the rest are in port.
Where does this cruise depart from?
It departs from Cape Town and ends in Mahé.
How long is this cruise?
16 nights aboard Silver Shadow.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 17 Mar 2028. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.