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Macaronesia & Bissagos Islands – Grand Expedition Cruise from Dakar to Lisbon (Northbound)
Macaronesia & Bissagos Islands – Grand Expedition Cruise from Dakar to Lisbon (Northbound)
22-day expedition cruise of Macaronesia, from Senegal to the Bissagos Islands, Cape Verde, the Canary Islands, Madeira, and Lisbon
Flavors of African culture
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 nearby Île de Gorée and sail to the Bissagos Islands, where you’ll meet the fascinating 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 1
Dakar, Senegal
Welcome to Africa
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Day 2
Île de Gorée
Visiting Île de Gorée
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Day 3-6
Bissagos Islands, Gineau-Bissau
Bissagos expedition
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Day 7
At sea
Bound for Cape Verde
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Day 7
Boa Vista, Cape Verde
A piece of the Sahara
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Day 9
Praia, Santiago
Diverse Santiago
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Day 10
Fogo, Cape Verde
Volcanic Fogo
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Day 11
Porto Novo, Cape Verde
Rugged Santo Antão
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Day 12-14
At sea
Canary Islands Bound
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Day 15
El Hierro, Canary Islands
Remote El Hierro
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Day 16
La Gomera, Canary Islands
Unspoiled La Gomera
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Day 17
La Palma, Canary Islands
La Palma, the pretty isle
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Day 18
At sea
Timanfaya National Park
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Day 19
Madeira, Portugal
Verdant Madeira
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Day 20
Porto Santo, Portugal
Sands of Porto Santo
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Day 21
At sea
Relax and reflect
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Day 22
Lisbon, Portugal
Enchanting Lisbon
Departures
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What’s included
Transfers before the Expedition cruise
- Transfer from Dakar airport to the ship on day of embarkation
Pre-Program in Dakar before the expedition cruise
- Overnight at a hotel in Dakar, including lunch and breakfast
- Full day tour to Île de Gorée, including lunch
- Transfer to the ship
Expedition Cruise
- Stay in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including beverages* in the Aune restaurant
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board†
- Complimentary reusable water bottle
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organize and guide activities, both on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
*House beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water
†Please note that Wi-Fi and phone reception are very limited in the remote areas where we travel 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
- The Citizen Science Program allows guests to contribute to ongoing scientific research projects.
- Our onboard professional photographer will give photography tips and teach techniques for capturing landscape and wildlife photos.
- The ship has hot tubs, a sauna with a view, and a gym.
- Join informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings.
Landing activities
- Escorted landings with small boats (RIBs)
- Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment needed for the activities
- Expedition photographers will be on hand to assist you.
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please ensure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- Please make sure you meet all vaccination requirements (global health insurance recommended)
- No gratuities are expected
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel protection
- Baggage 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 | 100.54 m |
Beam | 18 m |
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 traveling to Spitsbergen, beginning in 1896 with the ‘Sports Route’.
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