Experience the ultimate African odyssey, beginning with the colonial elegance of The Oyster Box. Immerse yourself in authentic Zulu traditions before sailing the iconic Cape of Good Hope with Smithsonian Journeys experts aboard the luxurious Le Dumont d’Urville. Uncover the moving history of Soweto and the haunting sands of Kolmanskop, finally transitioning from the rugged Atlantic coast to a five-night tropical sanctuary at The Oberoi, Mauritius for the pinnacle of island bliss.
Representing the pinnacle of PONANT’s limited-capacity explorer fleet. This sleek, French-flagged sanctuary features just 92 luxurious staterooms, each boasting a private balcony. The ship’s center piece is the Blue Eye, a world-first multisensory underwater lounge. Guests enjoy refined French-inspired cuisine, an infinity pool, and an intimate atmosphere designed for deep immersion into the world’s most remote coastal destinations.