Come aboard Le Dumont d'Urville for an unforgettable voyage.
Under an endless sky where the azure blue flirts with the horizon, sail away on a magical journey between South Africa and Madagascar. Navigate between wild lands and ancient traditions, where every moment whispers the secrets of spectacular nature and ancestral stories, where every landscape is an invitation to contemplation and wonder. In these lands full of wonders and surprises, you will be captivated by the unique biodiversity, including lush tropical forests where mischievous lemurs roam, majestic baobabs that stand like silent giants, and pristine beaches lapped by turquoise waters.
The vivid reds of the rock formations, the region's unique wildlife and the spectacular relief of the marine tsingy will captivate you. Here, time seems to stand still, leaving room to contemplate and marvel at the unspoilt nature and an infinitely rich heritage.
Your voyage
All-inclusive

Destination
Indian Ocean
Durban to Nosy Be
Duration
12 days, 11 nights on board
Discoveries
Transfer from the pier to the airport of nosy be + flight nosy be/mauritius
Offers
PONANT Bonus 20%
Ref: DN065 - EU171226















Journey
Your daily itinerary
- Explore the Madagascan and South African coastlines with an overnight stay in Richards Bay, for a combination of spectacular wildlife and unforgettable encounters with local traditions.
- Protected wildlife (Nosy Komba lemurs, Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park), unique ecosystems (Nosy Hara marine tsingy, etc.), Zulu traditions (Phezulu Reserve).
- Activities planned: among these are included excursions led by expert local guides and activities conducted with your naturalist guides.

Customize your journey:

Date
16 Dec 26
Staterooms and suites
Elegance and refinement

Deluxe Stateroom
Guests
2
Size
19 m²

Prestige Stateroom
Guests
2
Size
19 m²

Deluxe Suite
Guests
3
Size
27 m²

Prestige Suite
Guests
4
Size
38 m²

Privilege Suite
Guests
3
Size
32 m²

Grand Deluxe Suite
Guests
4
Size
45 m²

Owner's Suite
Guests
4
Size
45 m²
*Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available.
Details
More information
What's Included
Important travel details
In your luggage
Madagascar & South Africa
Itinerary
Embarkation 17/12/26 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 17/12/26 at 22:00
17 Dec 26 - Durban

Arrival 18/12/26 Departure 19/12/26
18 Dec 26 > 19 Dec 26 - Richards Bay

Arrival 20/12/26 Departure 21/12/26
20 Dec 26 > 21 Dec 26 - At sea

Arrival 22/12/26 Departure 22/12/26
22 Dec 26 - Toliara

Arrival 23/12/26 Departure 23/12/26
23 Dec 26 - Morondava

Arrival 24/12/26 Departure 24/12/26
24 Dec 26 - At sea

Arrival 25/12/26 Departure 25/12/26
25 Dec 26 - Majunga

Arrival 26/12/26 Departure 26/12/26
26 Dec 26 - Nosy Komba

Arrival 27/12/26 Departure 27/12/26
27 Dec 26 - Nosy Hara

Arrival 28/12/26 early morning Disembarkation 28/12/26 at 8:00
28 Dec 26 - Nosy Be

Madagascar & South Africa
Included package
TRANSFER FROM THE PIER TO THE AIRPORT OF NOSY BE + FLIGHT NOSY BE/MAURITIUS
Madagascar & South Africa
Customize your journey
Discover durban (1 night)

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 – Durban
Meet at Durban Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to your hotel located on Umlanga area at the north of Durban (transfer time approximately 40 minutes).
Check-in in your room at official check-in or early check-in included for guests with an early flight arrival..
The day is at leisure.
Dinner served at the hotel.
Day 2 - Durban
Breakfast and time at leisure until check-out procedures.
Before check out formalities, you have time of having a relaxing morning either sleeping in or exploring the hotel facilities or the 5kms of beachwalk in front of the hotel.
Meet your local guide at noon for a short road transfer to the Durban Botanic Gardens.
Walk in the beautiful garden settings of the Botanic Gardens. The Durban Botanic Gardens is currently Africa’s oldest surviving botanic garden and remains a national and local asset contributing to plant conservation and education. This 15-hectare botanic garden curates major collections such as cycads, palms, orchids both indigenous and exotic in nature.
Enjoy a lunch in a local restaurant.
Thereafter, a short drive to the Phanzi Museum.
Their exhibitions deal with prejudice, myth, collective memory, histories, customs, traditions, power and loss. And of course, skill and craft and the materials that come to hand.
Then, you will be transferred to the pier, to embark on board your ship.
Your hotel:
The Beverly Hills hotel in uMhlanga has set the standard for luxury, hospitality, and intuitive service since 1964. The hotel takes centre stage on the uMhlanga Rocks beachfront and offers guests uninterrupted ocean views from every room, boutique spa treatments, culinary excellence, and access to our iconic outdoor pool. Positioned between uMhlanga’s famous pier and lighthouse, the accommodation at the Beverly Hills makes the most of the Indian Ocean vistas with private balconies in every room. Classically elegant interiors are complemented by modern luxury amenities like unlimited WiFi, Nespresso machines, pillow choices, and flatscreen DStv.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
· 1-night accommodation in Standard room at the The Beverly Hills hotel 5* (local standards) or similar, halfboard included (dinner and breakafast).
· Transfers and visits as mentioned in the programme.
· Beverage package during meals (1 mineral water, 1 glass of beer or 1 local glass of wine or 1 soft, tea or coffee).
· The services of a local English-speaking guide.
· Early check-in included.
Your programme does not include:
· Tips for the driver and local guide.
· Personal expenses.
· Late check-out.
· Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
· It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
· This program requires to be able of walking outside (windy and humid weather). We recommend wearing lightweight clothing and comfortable walking shoes, bring sunscreen.
· Official check-in at 2:00 pm. Early check-in included for guests with an early flight arrival.
· Optional early check-in proposed in supplement upon availability.
· Check out time is 11: 00 am.
Contact of your hotel:
The Beverly Hills hotel
1 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Phone number: +27 31 561 2211
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
1,259 €/person*
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.Madagascar & South Africa
Other available date
17/12/2628/12/26
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