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Bilsey valley nature reserve hike

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Bisley Valley Nature Reserve, a hidden gem located 7 km from Pietermaritzburg is a stunning destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in nature. This 350 hectare reserve boasts of thornveld and grassland, offering ample opportunities for bird-watching. The reserve is a paradise for bird enthusiasts, being home to a diverse range of species, including spotted thick-knee, green wood hoopoe, southern black flycatchers, fan tailed widowbirds, bush shrike, African emerald cuckoo, southern boubou,...
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Little india orientation tour

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This tour showcases the endemic and richly layered Indian influence in Kwa-Zulu Natal. Indian cuisine, religion and lifestyle are colourfully evident in stores, events, restaurants and cultural institutions. This unique experience aims to highlight the significant contributions of Indians in our country. During this full day orientation tour, your story telling tour guide will take you to the following sites. Victoria Street Market As you step out of the vehicle, your...
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Stainbank nature reserve hike

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Experience the 253-hectare Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve, replete with abundant flora and fauna, on this half-day active tour. Stainbank Nature ReserveEmbark from the pier for a short drive to the Stainbank Nature Reserve to begin your two and a half-hour guided hike through the beautiful reserve. Hike through the gorgeous grasslands and coastal forests of yellowwood tree, South Africa's national tree. The reserve, bequested by Kenneth Stainbank, is regarded as one of the finest coastal...
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Silver shore privato – private car with driver/guide – half day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Durban at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights with an English-speaking driver/guide. Depart the pier in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port....
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Narlijia heritage and culture

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Take a step back in time on this discovery through Broome. Meet Bart Pigram, a Yawuru man from the West Kimberley region of northwest Australia and be guided through Broome as he describes the landscape and Yawuru people’s place within it. He will introduce you to the language and cultural heritage of the area. Bart will retell tales of the town’s pearling history, stories of Sun Pictures, Johnny Chi Lane and the opium dens, brothels and gambling houses of the lively, chaotic and...
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Cape winelands: muratie flagship wine & boschendal picnic

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Enjoy a wine tasting at Muratie and a picnic lunch at Boschendal - two beautiful wie farms in the winelands just out of Cape Town, on this full-day Winelands discovery tour. An approximately 75-minute drive takes you out of Cape Town into the beautiful winelands. This is a completely different set up and landscape than Cape Town. Here time stands still and centuries of fascinating stories live on. Muratie Wine Estate Immerse yourself in the tastes, the sights, the sounds and the warm welcome...
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Pipe track hike

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Hike along Table Mountain on this half-day hiking adventure while enjoying gorgeous views onto the coastline. Pipe Hike Trail & Views Depart the pier for an approximately 15-minute trasfer to your hike starting point, which sets you for a unique hiking experience along the Pipe Track. The Pipe Track boast a rich history – The Pipe Track trail follows a pipeline that was built for the purpose of servicing and supplying 19th-century Cape Town with water from the Disa Gorge. The route...
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Lourensford wine tasting & boschendal picnic lunch

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Depart the pier and travel for approximately one hour drive to Somerset, Lourensford Wine Estate. One of the world’s most beautiful wine estates. Established by Governor Willem Adriaan van der Stel in 1709, Lourensford has a proud history as a world-class fruit farm and the wealth of glorious Proteas point to their rich floral heritage.Lourensford Wine Estate and Premium Wine Tasting Upon arrival take a curated guided tour of the Estate and enjoy a premium wine tasting and/or Belgian chocolate...
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Mid-voyage land adventure: botswana's okavango delta & victoria falls

  • Cruise line: Silversea
From coast-to-coast, South-central Africa is perhaps best-known for its abundance of diverse wildlife and exquisite natural splendour, and a treasure trove of both awaits your discovery during this five-day, four-night overland adventure. Experience the thrill of morning and late-afternoon game-drives at the Chief's Camp in the expansive Okavango Delta of Botswana, and explore the different species that emerge during the morning vs. at dusk from up-close. Next, continue on to Zimbabwe for a...
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Fort grey public school project

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The school was established in 1952 mainly for farmworker’s children. The school’s mission is to give their children the very best education they can, to equip them with life-long learning with good literacy skills. To enable them to contribute to their communities with the knowledge that they will gain through reading.The initiative regularly provides books to Fort Grey & have donated the empty 40-foot container, which was  received from “Books for the World” in...
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Mid-voyage land adventure: thula thula private game reserve experience

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Thula Thula Private Game Reserve Experience Duration: 3 Days/2 Nights Departs from: April 13th, Durban at approx. 1pm Re-join ship: April 15th, Richards Bay at approx. 12:30pm Reserve by: March 15, 2024For pricing and latest availability, please contact your travel agent or Silversea Cruise Consultant. IMPORTANT NOTE: This Land Adventure is a small group luxury tour, providing bespoke cultural and sightseeing experiences. We limit the tour to a small group in order to ensure your...
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Silver shore privato - private car with guide (full-day)

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Cape Town at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type...
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Silver shore privato - private van with guide (full-day)

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Cape Town at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type...
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Silver shore privato - private van with guide (half-day)

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Cape Town at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type...
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Silver shore privato - private car with guide (half-day)

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Cape Town at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type...
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Table mountain – light summit hike

  • Cruise line: Silversea
No visit to Cape Town is complete without a trip up Table Mountain, the city's most celebrated landmark. What better way to experience it with a hike at the top of the mountain, fantastic bird's eye views from the top, including a cable car trip up & down. Depart from the quayside and travel up Kloof Nek towards Table Mountain. Take the Cable Way up the mountain and hike the summit including the Highest Point, Mclairs Beacon. This hike is easier and less strenuous, but a certain...
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Kirstenbosch with botanist

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Depart from the Cape Town Cruise Terminal and travel towards Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, skirting the slopes of Devil's Peak. One of the world's most famous Botanical Gardens, Kirstenbosch Gardens is spread over 560 ha on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain and contains over 8,500 species of indigenous plants. Take a leisurely stroll through these beautiful surroundings. The magnificent landscape of Kirstenbosch is also a perfect setting for art. The Garden presents a variety of art...
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Nelson mandela capture site & lunch at granny mouse

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Ardmore Ceramic Art Studio Depart the quayside and drive via Pietermaritzburg to Caversham Road, Lidgetton, where get to visit Ardmore Ceramic Art Studio. Meet the artists as you view the process of throwing clay, sculpting, painting and finally firing of these unique pieces. The story of Ardmore began in 1985 when Fèe Halsted-Berning lived on the farm Ardmore, in the Champagne Valley under the shadow of the Drakensberg Mountains. Her passion for ceramic art had been honed during her five...
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Chapman's peak & scenic drive

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Take in the views of the Atlantic seaboard, the southern Peninsula and Chapman's Peak on this scenic and memorable half-day panoramic coach tour, considered to be one of the best marine drives in the world. Depart the pier and begin this awe-inspiring look at Cape Town's coastline with a scenic drive along the Atlantic coast, passing through Sea Point, Bantry Bay, Clifton and Camps Bay. Stop at Maiden's Cove to enjoy the magnificent views onto Camps Bay Beach and the Twelve Apostles,...
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A day in the life of nelson mandela

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Check-in for your ferry to Robben Island. Ferry and tour of Robben Island, accompanied by Mr Christo Brand, the former prison guard of late and former president Mr Nelson Mandela. For over four centuries, Robben Island has been a place of punishment for exiles and prisoners as well as a place of confinement for lepers, lunatics and the sick. Since 1960, it has become synonymous with the political struggle against apartheid in South Africa. Political prisoners of the past have included Nelson...
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The harvest table feast with dinner

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Share the joy around the long table harvest celebration of everything South African: Wine Buchu, Roiboos, Maize, Corn unique food and wine pairing with African drums and Riel Dancing. Enjoy this unique evening event with dinner at a surprise location exclusive for Silversea Guests.   Note Please note: This excursion may be suitable for guests with walking difficulties who have assistance. Comfortable clothes and walking shoes, as well as a sun hat, are recommended. The tour order may vary....
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Elgin tree top canopy tour

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Enjoy the excitement of a zipline canopy tour on this full-day (eight hours) adventure. Soar in the company of eagles, surrounded by breath-taking Cape fynbos panoramas and mountain-scapes. Lonely Planet calls this a top tourism experience and describes it as "vertigo-tinged fun" and "an exciting aerial perspective". With 13 platforms and slides up to 320 meters long, both nature and adventure enthusiasts will want to come back for more. Embark from the pier...
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Duiker island seal dive

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Experience a half-day (four hours) wildlife snorkeling adventure that brings you nose-to-nose with playful and inquisitive wild animals in their natural habitat, and affords you the privilege of viewing them on their own terms. Embark from the pier and board your coach for the scenic drive along the Atlantic coast, passing through Sea Point, Bantry Bay, Clifton and Camps Bay. Continue along the coastal road, past the upmarket suburb of Llandudno and on towards the charming fishing...
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Stellenbosch winelands

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Enjoy a full-day (6.5-hour) guided tour of the wine country of the broad, fertile Eerste River valley, complete with wine tastings. Explore the town of Stellenbosch, home to a major university, and characterized by Cape Dutch-style architecture and streets lined with oak trees, some of which have been declared national monuments. Embark from the pier and board your coach for the 45-minute drive to Muratie Wine Estate. Experience a wonderful wine tasting followed by a delicious...
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Zeits mocaa, district 6 + bo-kaap lunch (art & history tour)

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Depart from the Cape Town Cruise Terminal and travel to the District 6 Museum. The Hands Off District Six Conference of 1988 led to the formation of the District Six Museum Foundation in 1989. The Foundation worked towards the establishment of the Museum which was launched on 10 December 1994 with its inaugural exhibition called Streets: Retracing District Six. Leading up to this, the Museum existed as a peripatetic movement between 1989 and 1994, building...
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Kirstenbosch with a botanist

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore the resplendent beauty and biodiversity at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, which is home to over 8,500 species of indigenous plants. Depart from the Cape Town pier and travel 45 minutes towards Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, skirting the slopes of Devil's Peak. One of the world's most famous Botanical Gardens, Kirstenbosch Gardens is spread over 560 hectares that invite you to take a leisurely stroll through...
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Hiking up table mountain

  • Cruise line: Silversea
No visit to Cape Town is complete without a trip up Table Mountain, the city's most celebrated landmark and what better way to experience it with a hike up the mountain, fantastic bird's eye views from the top, followed by a cable car trip down. Depart from the quayside and travel up Kloof Nek, the saddle between Table Mountain and Lions Head, to the Platteklip Gorge Route. The Platteklip Gorge route is the most direct and popular route up Table Mountain, starting...
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Hiking on the summit of table mountain

  • Cruise line: Silversea
No visit to Cape Town is complete without a trip up Table Mountain, the city's most celebrated landmark. What better way to experience it with a hike at the top of the mountain, fantastic bird's eye views from the top, including a cable car trip up & down. Depart from the quayside and travel up Kloof Nek towards Table Mountain. Take the Cable Way up the mountain and hike the summit including the Highest Point, Mclairs Beacon. This hike is easier and...
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Panoramic cape town, table mountain & signal hill (tour & airport transfer)

  • Cruise line: Silversea
This tour and airport transfer is offered to guests with flights that depart Cape Town International Airport after 5:00pm only.Cape Town Panoramic TourDiscover Cape Town's "Mother City" with its meticulously preserved Edwardian and Victorian buildings en-route to Table Mountain. Proceed up Adderley Street, the principal thoroughfare of Cape Town, passing notable buildings which include the Groote Kerk and St. George's Cathedral. Also pass by Castle of Good Hope and the City Hall, before...
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Cape town & table mountain (tour & airport / hotel transfer)

  • Cruise line: Silversea
This tour and airport transfer is offered to guests with flights that depart Cape Town International Airport after 06:00pm and to our guests with hotel reservations at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel. No visit to Cape Town is complete without a trip up Table Mountain, the city's most celebrated landmark. Panoramic Cape Town Depart quayside and enjoy a sightseeing tour of the "Mother City" with its meticulously preserved Edwardian and Victorian buildings....
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Cape town & table mountain

  • Cruise line: Silversea
No visit to Cape Town is complete without a trip up Table Mountain, the city's most celebrated landmark. Depart from the pier and travel up Kloof Nek, the saddle between Table Mountain and Lions Head, to the Lower Cableway Station. Here, board the Swiss-engineered Rotair cable car and ascend from the Valley Station 1,190 feet (363 metres) to the Mountain Station. The journey from the base to the summit takes just under 4 minutes and there are spectacular views as the floor of...
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Belmond mount nelson high tea & diamond dazzle

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Your scenic drive takes you through the city centre, passing the houses of Parliament along the way. Your destination is the imposing entrance to the Mount Nelson Hotel where you will be invited into the elegant lounge and terraced gardens, and you can relax in comfort and style. The Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is the most iconic luxury hotel in Cape Town situated within a sprawling lush garden estate in the heart of the city's vibrant cultural centre and close to the bustling...
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Bo-kaap cape malay cooking & lunch experience

  • Cruise line: Silversea
The guided walking tour begins outside the Bo-Kaap Museum, where guests escorted on a walking tour through the masala route and visit a spice shop. At the spice shop they will be introduced to the mysteries of eastern spices. A brief stroll through the historic colourful streets and cobbled roads of Bokaap ends at the host's home where a hands-on experience takes place in the kitchen. Guests will discover the secrets of mixing masala, making dahltjies (chilli bites), making and...
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Historical walk & zeitz mooca museum

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Note Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking on paved surfaces with some inclines. It is not suitable for guests with limited walking mobility.  Comfortable clothes and walking shoes, as well as a sun hat, are recommended. The tour order may vary. The description is a sample of the tour program.
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Silver shore privato – private car with driver/guide – half day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore East London at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights with an English-speaking driver/guide. Depart the pier in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the...
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Silver shore privato – private car with driver/guide – full day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore East London at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights with your driver and your English-speaking driver/guide. Depart the pier in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior...
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Spectacular horizontal falls

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Enjoy this incredible adventure to view the world-famous Horizontal Falls - where the power of the tides shows it real power!! This scenic flight experience will take you over one of the greatest wonders of the natural world, the famous Horizontal Falls as well as provide the opportunity to take in the Colours and wonders of the Kimberley region. Today's flight will fly over one of the most remote places left in the world and provide guests the opportunity to marvel at the natural beauty of what...
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Cable beach camel ride

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Discover the beautiful Cable Beach, one of the world's most panoramic, on this exciting safari through the untouched beaches of Broome's most loved attractions. Named after the telephone cable that was laid in 1889 connecting Broome with Java, it is home to 22km of pristine white sand stretching beside blue waters. Experience this iconic beachfront by Camel for a unique way to explore the beach. Camel rides along this strip of sand have long been a local icon, and definitely a quintessential...
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Kaleidoscope of broome

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Board your air-conditioned coach to explore Broome as only the locals know it. Experience the regions rugged natural beauty including the famous Cable Beach, learn about the town's diverse history and culture with time at the Japanese and Chinese cemetery and an extended visit to the Broome Historical Museum. Discover how the world-famous South Sea Australian Pearl is cultivated and harvested on your guided tour of Cygnet Bay Pearling Pioneers Exhibition ending the tour with some...
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Snubfin dolphin experience

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Experience the incredibly diverse ecosystem that is Roebuck Bay, and with luck, visit with the snubfin dolphins that call this place home. The extensive seagrass meadows of this magnificent bay are home to a myriad of marine creatures that you may be fortunate to see on this memorable excursion. Roebuck Bay is home to the world's only resident population of snubfin dolphins. Measuring around 2 meters in length, the snubfin dolphin is much smaller than the more commonly seen bottlenose...
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Willie creek pearl farm

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Learn the secrets of oyster harvesting and cultivation on this in-depth exploration tour at Wille Creek Pearl Farm. Board an air-conditioned motorcoach at the pier for the scenic one-hour ride to Willie Creek Pearl Farm. Located 38 kms north of Broome, Willie Creek Pearl Farm is perfectly situated on the scenic and protected tidal estuary of Willie Creek. This protected tidal estuary, where freshwater meets and mixes with salty ocean waters, provides the perfect environment for...
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Broome coast discovery by hovercraft

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Broome's breathtaking coastline on a scenic one hour narrated shallow-draft hovercraft adventure. Experience this exciting way to sightsee, as you skim over sand flats and sail by mangrove thickets. View the sights of Red Cliff Beach and marvel at its pristine turquoise waters. Depart the pier for a short transfer to the hovercraft dock. The experience features witty and informative commentary as you explore the Broome's various coastal environments. Because it draws only a small amount...
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Broome sights, history & wildlife

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore the history and wildlife of Broome during this scenic, half-day sightseeing excursion to Gantheaume Point, the Pearl Luggers Museum and the Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park. Broome City Tour and the Pearl Luggers Museum Depart the pier for a narrated, approximately 30-minute sightseeing drive through Broome. Along the way, see Chinatown, Captain Gregory's House, the old jail and Mangrove Hill Lookout. Your first stop is at the Pearl Luggers Museum. The museum chronicles Broome's glory...
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Willie creek pearl farm

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Learn more about the history of Broome, which was once hailed as the "Pearl Fishery Capital" of the world. Today, cultured pearls are still produced in Broome, and you have the opportunity to discover more about this interesting industry on your tour the Willie Creek Pearl Farm. A protected tidal estuary, Willie Creek provides a perfect growing environment for the Pinctada Maxima oyster that produces world-renowned South Sea Pearls. Discover the secrets of pearl farming and watch as...
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Mid-voyage land adventure: etosha national park - onguma reserve, the fort lodge

  • Cruise line: Silversea
After your flight from Cape Town to Namibia, dinner and overnight, embark on a four day Fly safari leaving Windhoek early with a flight to Sossusvlei, which is reputed to have the highest sand dunes in the world. From there, following the Skeleton Coast via Conception Bay to the Huab Valley during the first day. The second day continues up the coast as far as the Hoarusib Valley and the third day as far as the Kunene River, being the northern border of Namibia. The safari ends in Walvis Bay...
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Silver shore privato: private 4x4 car & guide (full day)

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Antsiranana at your leisure during your half-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private 4x4 vehicle (air-conditioning is not available). Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Antsiranana City Orientation, Baie des Francais,...
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Silver shore privato – private van with driver/guide – half day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore East london at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights with an English-speaking driver/guide. Depart the pier in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the...
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Silver shore privato – private van with driver/guide – full day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore East London at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights with your driver and English-speaking driver/guide. Depart the pier in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival...
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Emerald vale brewery and nature walk

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Experience a tour that takes you into the life of the beer maker on this full-day (5.75 hours) excursion. Discover Chintsa's remote wild coast that freely offers its main beverage ingredient, a fresh supply of water. The science of water is complex and each geographical area is unique, imparting a foundation for the style and taste of a beer. Embark from the pier and board your coach for the 1.25 hour drive to Emerald Vale Brewing Company. Emerald Vale Brewing Company crafts its...
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Birding on the kwelera river

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Get an up-close look at nature surrounding East London via the Kwelera River. Depart the quayside and proceed to the Areena Riverside Resort. Drive along Oxford Street, passing the City Hall, built in 1897, in the 60th year of Queen Victoria's reign. Today, the City Hall is graced with a statue of the martyred activist, Stephen Biko. In 1836, the British established East London as a military post, which they used as a base during the Xhosa wars. The arrival of German...
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Ziplining and nature walk - moderate option

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Experience a hike through a game reserve and a thrilling zipline flight over the tree canopy of a private game reserve on this full-day (four hours) adventure. Embark from the pier and board your coach for the 50-minute drive to the Areena Riverside Resort. Drive along Oxford Street, passing the City Hall, built in 1897 during Queen Victoria's reign. See the statue of the martyred activist, Stephen Biko, that graces the building today. Continue past the East London Museum, established...
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Ziplining and nature walk - extensive option

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Experience a hike through a game reserve and a thrilling zipline flight over the tree canopy of a private game reserve on this full-day (five hours) adventure. Embark from the pier and board your coach for the 50-minute drive to the Areena Riverside Resort. Drive along Oxford Street, passing the City Hall, built in 1897 during Queen Victoria's reign. See the statue of the martyred activist, Stephen Biko, that graces the building today. Continue past the East London Museum, established...
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Mpongo private game reserve

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Experience the thrill of a morning game drive with an experienced ranger. Embark from the pier and board your coach for the scenic 45-minute drive to the Mpongo Private Game Reserve, located only 22 miles from the city of East London. Be welcomed upon arrival at the lodge with a refreshing beverage before setting off in your open-air game vehicle. Be prepared for a one-of-a-kind game viewing adventure. Explore this reserve that offers a unique blend of luxury and...
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Kayaking on the nahoon river

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Note Please note: This tour is not recommended for individuals with limited mobility. Guests are recommended to wear light clothing, comfortable walking shoes, sunblock & shades. Wildlife sightings likely but not guaranteed.
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Inkwenkwezi safari

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Depart the quayside and drive through East London, passing Orient and Eastern Beaches, before continuing along the national highway toward the former homeland, known as the Transkei. Enjoy views of rolling hills, farmland and traditional Xhosa villages' en-route to Inkwenkwezi. Tucked along South Africa's breathtaking Wild Coast, Inkwenkwezi is a world-class game reserve. Its prime location in the malaria-free Eastern Cape of South Africa offers many unique opportunities, as it...
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Canoeing on the nahoone river

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Get an up-close look at nature surrounding East London during this fluid kayak adventure. Depart the quayside and proceed to East London's city centre. Drive along Oxford Street, passing the City Hall, built in 1897, in the 60th year of Queen Victoria's reign. Today, the City Hall is graced with a statue of the martyred activist, Stephen Biko. In 1836, the British established East London as a military post, which they used as a base during the Xhosa wars. The arrival...
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Khaya la bantu - xhosa cultural experience

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Experience a taste of the Xhosa culture on this half-day memorable excursion to Khaya La Bantu. Depart the quayside and drive through East London, passing Orient and Eastern Beaches en-route. Travel along the national highway toward the former homeland, known as the Transkei, enjoying views of rolling hills, farmland and traditional Xhosa villages en route to Khaya La Bantu, an open-air, Xhosa cultural museum. On arrival at this reproduction of a traditional village,...
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Inkwenkwezi game reserve

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Experience the thrill of a game drive on this half-day search for animals including rhino, giraffe and indigenous birds. Depart the pier and drive through East London, passing Orient and Eastern Beaches en route. Travel along the national highway toward the former homeland, known as the Transkei, enjoying views of rolling hills, farmland and traditional Xhosa villages. On arrival at Inkwenkwezi, you are welcomed by a group of Xhosa singers and dancers. Sip a welcome...
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Natural history adventure

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Depart the pier and proceed to East London's city centre. Drive along Oxford Street, passing the City Hall, built in 1897, in the 60th year of Queen Victoria's reign. Today, the City Hall is graced with a statue of the martyred activist, Stephen Biko. In 1836, the British established East London as a military post, which they used as a base during the Xhosa wars. The arrival of German settlers, who had been serving as mercenaries in the British-German Legion, gave the place at...
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Helicopter experience - over two oceans

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Note Please note: Seating in the helicopter is at the discretion of the pilot based on weights. Guests must be at least 21 years old to consume alcoholic beverages. This tour is extremely limited, book early to avoid disappointment.
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Domaine de fontenay & city tour

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Le Domaine de Fontenay is situated in Joffreville, at 34km from the harbor, a village a short distance from Diego Suarez, located on the flanks of Montagne d'Ambre, and boasting picturesque, late nineteenth century colonial architecture derived from a former French Army health center. This place is also within easy reach of the well-known Montagne d'Ambre National Park. A tourism highlight in Madagascar, Le Domaine de Fontenay provides the perfect base for discovering the primary...
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Silver shore privato: private 4x4 car & guide (half day)

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Antsiranana at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private 4x4 car (air-conditioning is not available). Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Antsiranana City Orientation Note...
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Silver shore privato – private van with driver/guide – full day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Durban at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights with your driver and English-speaking driver/guide. Depart the pier in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival...
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Silver shore privato – private car with driver/guide – full day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Durban at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights with your driver and your English-speaking driver/guide. Depart the pier in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival...
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Silver shore privato – private van with driver/guide – half day

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Durban at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights with an English-speaking driver/guide. Depart the pier in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port....
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Durban coastal and high tea

  • Cruise line: Silversea
After departing the quayside, follow the palm tree-lined Victoria Embankment towards the city centre. Pass by the Juma Mosque, which is reputedly the largest in the Southern Hemisphere and is famous for its massive golden dome and turrets. Continue past the Old Market Square, representing the City Hall in Belfast and serves as Durban's municipal offices. Glimpse the Natural History Museum and Post Office before continuing past the Old Inland Revenue Building and Reserve Bank. Stop briefly at Currie...
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Isithumba zulu village & cultural experience

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Experience a traditional Zulu welcome ceremony, an introduction that sets the tone for your cultural immersion. Local elders and community members may share blessings, stories, and rituals that signify the importance of visitors in Zulu culture. Embark on a guided tour of the village led by knowledgeable locals. The guide will provide insights into the history, customs, and daily life of the Zulu people. Explore traditional Zulu huts, learn about the significance of architecture, and gain a deeper...
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Durban scenic flight by helicopter with aperitif on mountain top

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Transfer from the quayside to the helipad at Virginia Airport for your sunset flight. Scenic Heli Flight with Aperitif on Mountain Top After your safety briefing, depart on this magical flight which starts with an adrenaline-filled low-level helicopter trip up the Umgeni River Valley to pop up over the Inanda Dam wall and climb up past Top's Needle to the Valley of a Thousand Hills. Enjoy canapes, drinks and sparkling wine, in real style on top of the plateau...
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Mpongo private game reserve

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Experience the spectacular natural beauty and wildlife of South Africa during this unforgettable, half-day game-drive excursion to the Mpongo Private Game Reserve. East London, Mpongo Private Game Reserve, Game-Drive Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to the Mpongo Private Game Reserve, located only 22 miles (about 35.4 kilometres) from the city of East London. Upon arrival at the lodge, you are welcomed with a refreshing beverage before setting...
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Kwanda xhosa cultural village

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Cultural and traditional Xhosa Experience - the aim is to showcase Xhosa culture and traditions and day to day life in the village, bringing those who are curious about Xhosa culture, rituals, and traditions in a common place in the community. Guests get up-close and personal with Kwanda villagers and experience what makes Kwanda a proud Xhosa Tribe and their day-to-day life in the village. They take you to the pastime, present and future, sharing their hopes, dreams, fears, and triumph! ...
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Tala safari with dinner

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Hidden in the KwaZulu-Natal hills is the wildlife conservancy of Tala Private Game Reserve, an area of indigenous acacia thornveld, open grassland and sensitive wetland that provides an exceptional environment in which to game and bird watch. Depart Durban quayside and drive towards Tala Private Game Reserve for an open vehicle drive to see the incredible wildlife living here. Tala is the reserve to visit out of Durban, providing visitors with superb game viewing experiences in open game vehicles...
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Silo high tea & diamond dazzle

  • Cruise line: Silversea
An approximately 30 minute scenic drive takes you through the city centre, passing the houses of Parliament along the way. Your destination is the imposing entrance to the Mount Nelson Hotel where you will be invited into the elegant lounge and terraced gardens, and you can relax in comfort and style. Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel and High Tea ExperienceDepart the pier and take a scenic drive to Belmond Mount Nelson. The Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is the most iconic luxury hotel in Cape Town situated...
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Mid-voyage land adventure: victoria falls, the smoke that thunders

  • Cruise line: Silversea
An UNESCO World Heritage Site, Victoria Falls is located on the Zambezi River in South Africa, on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. Known as the 'Smoke That Thunders', the spectacular, 5,603-foot (about 1,708-metre) Victoria Falls is among the largest waterfalls in the world, and most uniquely beautiful and awe-inspiring of its kind. Discover the incomparable beauty and grandeur of Victoria Falls by land, air, and water during this unforgettable, three-night overland adventure. An exhilarating...
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Diego suarez orientation

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Close to the northern tip of Madagascar, the French colonial port town of Antsiranana, formerly known as Diego Suarez, named after a Portuguese navigator who visited the bay in 1500. Antsiranana is home to the second largest natural bay in the world and offers fantastic views of the Indian Ocean. In 1880, the port served as a base for the first French attempt to colonize the island by force and was ceded to them, along with Nosy Be and Nosy Boraha, long before the whole island...
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Domaine de fontenay nature tour

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Depart the port and drive to Domaine de Fontenay located in Joffreville, and not far from Montagne d'Ambre. Domaine de Fontenay boasts late nineteenth century picturesque colonial architecture derived from a former French Army health centre. Discover the primary forest, home to some lemurs, where one has the opportunity of seeing a variety of orchids, most of which are endemic to the Diego Suarez region. Whilst walking, keep a lookout for Sanford's lemurs and crowned lemurs ficus, tree ferns...
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A hike in the montagne d'ambre national park rainforest

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Depart for the Montagne d'Ambre National Park for a half day excursion in a 4WD vehicle. A lush tropical forest surrounded by semi-arid savanna, a series of extinct volcanoes, lakes and rivers, make up Amber Mountain National Park a paradise destination for birders, botanists and hikers. Beginning from lower altitudes, the park comprises of 3 different types of forest: the dry deciduous forest, the montane rainforest and the mid-altitude rainforest that peak at 1400 mt. To visit...
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Ankarana special reserve & hike

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Depart the port and drive to The Ankarana Special Reserve, located 108km's south of Antsiranana, covering 18,220ha and created in 1956. It is a small, partially vegetated plateau composed of 150-million year-old limestone, which has eroded to form the Tsingy. The Ankarana Special Reserve is a scenic challenging hiking destination but rewarding, with a number of trails and pathways that wind through the rocks and with the focus being on seeing the Tsingy, caves and lakes. (Weather...
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Domaine de fontenay

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Le Domaine de Fontenay is situated in Joffreville, at 34km from the harbor, a village a short distance from Diego Suarez, located on the flanks of Montagne d'Ambre, and boasting picturesque, late nineteenth century colonial architecture derived from a former French Army health center. This place is also within easy reach of the well-known Montagne d'Ambre National Park. A tourism highlight in Madagascar, Le Domaine de Fontenay provides the perfect base for discovering the primary...
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Mid-voyage land adventure: shamwari private game reserve &safari

  • Cruise line: Silversea
A stay at Shamwari Private Game Reserve is one that remains with you forever. Due to its location in the heart of the Eastern Cape, the reserve offers abundant wildlife, fauna and flora exclusive to the area, alongside with a five-star luxury adventure with unfforgettable wildlife encounters. Shamwari is seen as the most prestigious wildlife reserves in the greater Addo area and has been host to Hollywood movie star, prime minister and presidents. It has the added advantage of being Malaria...
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Mid-voyage land adventure: kruger national park

  • Cruise line: Silversea
South Africa's first national park, Kruger National Park is one of the largest game reserves in Africa. Located in north-eastern South Africa, Kruger is home to a high density of wild animals, including the Big Five (lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffaloes), hundreds of other mammal and wildlife species, and over 500 bird species. Mountains, bush plains and tropical forests round out this beautiful, expansive landscape. Your unforgettable visit takes place in the exclusive and inviting...
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Mid-voyage land adventure: kruger national park - lion sands narina lodge safari

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Located in north-eastern South Africa, the 160,000-acre (about 65,000-hectare) Sabi Sands Game Reserve is an award-winning private game reserve offering world-class standards in luxury accommodations, exceptionally-close wildlife encounters, personalised service, and sumptuous cuisine. This area is home to a high density of wild animals, including the Big Five (lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and buffaloes) hundreds of other mammal, wildlife, and bird species. It is particularly renowned for...
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Mid-voyage land adventure: schoeman skeleton coast fly safari

  • Cruise line: Silversea
After your flight from Cape Town to Namibia, dinner and overnight, embark on a four day Fly safari leaving Windhoek early with a flight to Sossusvlei, which is reputed to have the highest sand dunes in the world. From there, following the Skeleton Coast via Conception Bay to the Huab Valley during the first day. The second day continues up the coast as far as the Hoarusib Valley and the third day as far as the Kunene River, being the northern border of Namibia. The safari ends in Walvis Bay...
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Hd walking the stainbank

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Experience the 253-hectare Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve, replete with abundant flora and fauna, on this half-day adventure. The reserve, bequested by Kenneth Stainbank, is regarded as one of the finest coastal / riverine forest and bush clump / grassland mosaic areas remaining in the greater Durban area. Embark from the pier for a short drive to the Stainbank Nature Reserve to begin your two-hour guided walk through the beautiful reserve. Hike through the gorgeous grasslands...
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Tala safari

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Hidden in the KwaZulu-Natal hills is the wildlife conservancy of Tala Private Game Reserve, an area of indigenous acacia thornveld, open grassland and sensitive wetland that provides an exceptional environment in which to game and bird watch. Depart Durban quayside and drive towards Tala Private Game Reserve for an open vehicle drive to see the incredible wildlife living here. Tala is the reserve to visit out of Durban, providing visitors with superb game viewing experiences in...
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Valley of a thousand hills

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Meet modern and olden day African tribal culture in the traditional and spectacular homeland of the Zulu on this half-day exploration of the 'Valley of a Thousand Hills'. Depart the pier aboard your coach and drive via the national road for approximately one hour towards the Phezulu Safari Park. In this geographically wondrous part of the world shaped first by the windings of the great Mgeni River, then by the culture of the Zulu tribes and finally by the coming of European man,...
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Durban scenic flight

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Prepare to be dazzled by the aerial views over Durban, a beautiful metropolis by the sea in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province. This city is formed by not only its Africal roots but also the presence of colonial and Indian influences. Transfer from the pier to the helipad at Virginia Airport. After a safety briefing, board your Jetranger helicopter and lift off to embark on a 1-hour flight over Durban and its surround area. Your flight includes flying over the port, beachfront,...
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Tala private game reserve

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Located in the KwaZulu-Natal hills is the wildlife conservancy of Tala Private Game Reserve, an area of indigenous acacia thornveld, open grassland and sensitive wetland that provides an exceptional environment in which to game and bird watch. Tala provides visitors with superb game viewing experiences in open game vehicles with highly knowledgeable and experienced rangers and a tracker who will not fail to impress you with his bush skills. At Tala the aim is to get you close to...
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Scenes of durban

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Diverse cultural influences from Asia, Africa, and Europe have each contributed to Durban's development and unique character. Take in the scenes of this sub-tropical city from the comfort of an air-conditioned coach during this half-day orientation. Depart the pier and begin with a drive along the palm tree-lined Victoria Embankment, passing the Vasco Da Gama Clock, the Dick King Statue, the imposing Durban Club, and the Yacht Club. Continue to the viewpoint on Currie Road for...
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Mid voyage land adventure: botswana's okavango delta & victoria falls at baine's camp

  • Cruise line: Silversea
From coast -to-coast, South -central Africa is perhaps best-known for its abundance of diverse wildlife and exquisite natural splendour, and a treasure trove of both awaits your discovery during this five-day, four-night overland adventure. Experience the thrill of morning and late -afternoon game-drives at the Baine's Camp in the expansive Okavango Delta of Botswana, and explore the different species that emerge during the morning vs. at dusk from up-close. Next, continue on to Zimbabwe for a visit...
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Mid-voyage land adventure: victoria falls, the smoke that thunders

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Mid-Voyage Land Adventure: Victoria Falls, the Smoke That Thunders Victoria Falls Town astones with its own flair. Exploring one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World is always a highlight. FULL DESCRIPTION: 02MIDCPT-B Mid-Voyage Land Adventure: Victoria Falls, the Smoke That Thunders Duration: 3 Days/ 2 Nights Departs from: Cape Town at approximately 08:00 a.m. Re-join ship: Port Elizabeth at approximately 6:00 p.m. Reserve: At least 90 days prior to sailing Victoria...
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