Mormugao, Goa
India
Feb 1, 2023
Arrival 09:00 AM Departure 21:00 PM
Our Costa Cruise to India makes a stop at the port of Mormugao, linked to the memory of the 1970s, when hippies regarded this region as the place to be. The Mormugao Harbour, one of the oldest in the region of Goa, is the main port for the country’s mineral exports, which makes it extremely important for the economy of the area. Mormugao was once renowned for the hippy communities that resided there. Our stop will allow you to enjoy the fine sandy beaches and clear water that make for an unmissable tourist attraction. You can relax under the bright sunshine of this heavenly place.
Not to be missed:
• The magnificent basilica of Bom Jesus
• Visit to the charming capital Panaji
• The long beaches of Gao
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Malé, Maldives
Feb 4, 2023 - Feb 5, 2023
Arrival 08:00 AM Departure 06:00 PM
From the port of Malé, where we dock our Costa cruise, it's off to the various dreamy atolls that make up the Maldives, where both the sea and the reef are magnificent.
The port of Malé, the capital of the Maldives located within the Kaafu atoll, immediately plunges visitors into the culture of the archipelago. Here, in a heavenly setting, modern buildings coexist in perfect harmony with the traditional homes. During the stopover in Malé, diving enthusiasts will discover the wonderful places on the sides of the Vaadhoo Kandu, where they will explore the sea aboard a submarine. Surfers can take advantage of the wonderful sea of Gaafaru Falhu. Hikers can visit the fish market, enjoy the calm and coolness of the Sultan’s lush garden, or bask on the white sandy beaches.
Not to be missed:
• The fish market
• Surf on the Gaafaru Falhu atoll
• The diving site of Vaadhoo Caves
Malé is de hoofdstad van de republiek der Maldiven. Deze stad, met in 2006 meer dan 104.000 inwoners, bevindt zich op het eiland Malé, onderdeel van het Kaafu-atol, en beslaat het gehele eiland. Het eiland meet slechts 1 bij 1,7 km en is volledig volgebouwd. Het is het economische en bestuurlijke hart van de Maldiven
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Victoria (Seychellen)
Feb 9, 2023
Arrival 06:00 AM Departure 05:30 PM
Port Victoria, on the island of Mahé, is the main port for the Seychelles and the gateway to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The port of Victoria welcomes you into an environment dominated by coral reefs, where the turquoise water gently laps up onto the white sandy beaches. Besides the beautiful beaches and diving, Victoria invites you to explore the green hills that are reflected in the Indian Ocean. You can stroll around the capital with its typical colonial houses and its unmissable market where you can buy souvenirs. Victoria's vibrant nightlife will seduce you and mesmerise you with its exotic rhythms.
Not to be missed:
• Clock Tower
• Botanical garden
• Victoria market
De Seychellen, officieel de Republiek der Seychellen, zijn een land en archipel in Afrika ten noorden van Madagaskar in de Indische Oceaan, ongeveer 1600 km ten oosten van het Afrikaanse continent.
De Seychellen bestaan uit meer dan 115 eilanden. Minder dan een derde daarvan is bewoond.
Victoria is de hoofdstad van de Seychellen en is gelegen op de noordoostelijke zijde van het eiland Mahé op 4°37' zuiderbreedte en 55°27' oosterlengte. Het bevolkingsaantal bedroeg 24.701 in 2014, wat ongeveer een derde van de bevolking van de Seychellen is
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Nosy Be
Madagascar
Feb 11, 2023
Arrival 09.30 AM - Departure 07:00 PM
Madagascar retains an aspect of wilderness where animals and plants live in protection. Everything is wonderful here, both at sea and on land.
Located northwest of Madagascar in the Mozambique Channel, the magnificent island of Nosy Be is a wonderful place to spend your vacation. It is a small volcanic island of 312 km², consisting of a main island and archipelago. A stop at Nosy Be lets you admire the exceptional beauty of nature, especially the marine fauna and flora that you'll see while scuba diving. Stop at the port of Nosy Be and make your way towards the reserve of Locobé, a must at this destination. You can also visit the smaller islands that make up the archipelago.
Not to be missed:
• Trekking in the nature reserve of Lokobe
• The large beach of Ampasindava
• Visit to Hell Ville and its local market
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Toamasina, Tamatave
Madagascar
Feb 13, 2023
Arrival 07:00 AM - Departure 02:00 PM
One of the most fascinating features of Madagascar is its incredible biodiversity. Another is the Indian Ocean, where you can go diving when we arrive in the port of Tamatave. The port of Tamatave, formerly Toamasina, which in Malagasy meant "salty", is located in the eastern part of the island of Madagascar. At one time, the town of Tamatave was settled by pirates, but today it is the main port of the country. During the stay you can explore the city by rickshaw or tuk tuk. Don't miss a visit to the Ivoloina park, which is an area that protects lemurs and ensures their reintegration into the wild. Another experience that can’t be missed is to find yourself totally alone on the Ile aux Prunes. Finally, Tamatave is an excellent opportunity to go for a swim in the Indian Ocean.
Not to be missed:
• Visit to the Parco Ivoloina
• Explore Tamatave by rickshaw or tuk tuk
• Bazaar Be market
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St. Denis – Le Port
Reunion
Feb 14, 2023
Arrival 01:00 PM - Departure 08:00 PM
Saint Denis still retains its original French spirit, which is demonstrated by the many bistros with Parisian cuisine, enriched by Caribbean influences. Still known as "the Paris of the Indian Ocean" owing to the presence of a large number of bistros and brasseries, the city of Saint Denis is the capital of the island of Réunion, both economically, administratively and culturally. During our stop, you can visit churches, monuments, creole houses and ancient military buildings that reflect the various eras that have marked the island, and which are a symbol of its multiculturalism.
Not to be missed:
• Piton de la Fournaise volcano
• Tour of Salazie and Piton des Neiges
• Waterfalls Cove
Saint-Denis is de administratieve hoofdstad en grootste stad van het Franse departement Réunion, een eiland in de Indische Oceaan. De stad heeft een bevolking van ongeveer 138.600 en ligt aan de noordkant van het eiland. Saint-Denis werd in 1669 gesticht door Étienne Régnault
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Port Louis
Mauritius
Feb 15, 2023
Arrival 08:00 AM - Departure 06:00 PM
The friendliness and hospitality of the Mauritians add a touch of folklore to the beauty of the Mascarene Islands, which comes from its magnificent beaches and preponderant nature.
Port Louis, capital of Mauritius, is named for Louis XV. It is an open port on the Indian Ocean in the heart of the archipelago of the Mascarene Islands. The city enjoys a mild climate that will make your stop an idyllic stay. During the stop in Port Louis don’t forget to place a bet at the Crown Lodge and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the racetracks. You can observe crocodiles and giant tortoises that inhabit the nature reserve of Vanille. Finally, the majestic Ile des Deux Cocos will amaze you, popping up from the sapphire ocean.
Not to be missed:
• The magnificent waterfalls of Chamarel
• The majestic Ile des Deux Cocos
• The crater of Trou aux Cerfs
Port Louis is de hoofdstad van Mauritius. Port Louis is de meest bevolkte stad van het land. De stad wordt bestuurd door de Conseil Municipal de Port Louis, een gemeenteraad. Volgens de volkstelling in 2014 bestond de populatie van de stad Port Louis uit 120.376 inwoners.
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Durban
South-Africa
Feb 19, 2023
Arrival 07:00 - Departure 18:00
With over 3 million people, Durban is the most fascinating city in the Indian Ocean: the site of major historical events, it is now undergoing a swift modernisation. .
Durban is een Zuid-Afrikaanse stad in de gemeente eThekwini, provincie KwaZoeloe-Natal. De gemeentenaam is tevens de Zoeloenaam voor Durban. De stad zelf telt bijna 600.000 inwoners, terwijl er ruim drie miljoen mensen in de grootstedelijke gemeente eThekwini wonen, waaronder een grote Indiase gemeenschap
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Cape Town
South-Africa
Feb 24, 2023 - Feb 25, 2023
Arrival 08:00 AM - Departure 06:00 PM
Today Cape Town, South Africa, shows a new face of cultural fusion between Africa and Europe, although the memory of the difficult years of apartheid are still alive. The first steps of your excursion to Cape Town will be to the District Six Museum, an exhibition created in the old residential area of the African population where residents were forcibly removed after it was declared ‘white’ territory. With this project the district came back to life and has become the symbol of apartheid history.
On your cruise to Cape Town, you can include a hike in the peninsula that goes from the city to the lighthouse at Cape Point and to the famous Cape of Good Hope. It won't be the real tip of Africa, but for sure you’ll see some whales here. In addition to whale watching, a cruise to Cape Town offers you the opportunity to wander through the beautiful flowers of the Kirstenbosch botanical gardens and among the markets and shops of the Victoria and Albert seafront.
When you arrive with Costa Cruises at the port of Cape Town you'll understand the power of nature that dominates on this land. On the horizon stands the flat summit of Table Mountain, a real terrace over the city and Robben Island, reached by a funicular. Today in Cape Town, South Africa shows a new face of cultural fusion between Africa and Europe, although the memory of the difficult years of apartheid are still alive. A cruise to Cape Town will give you the chance to visit the peninsula that stretches to the lighthouse at Cape Point and the famous Cape of Good Hope. It won't be the real tip of Africa, but for sure you’ll catch sight of whales here!
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Cape Town Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia
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Walvis Bay
Namibia
Feb 28, 2023
Arrival 08:00 AM - Departure 06:00 PM
In a land disputed by European conquerors, you'll discover the largest commercial port of Namibia, one of the youngest nations in the world, with its unique landscapes and pleasant climate.
Walvisbaai is een stad en de belangrijkste zeehaven van Namibië. Hoewel het land op 21 maart 1990 onafhankelijk werd van Zuid-Afrika duurde het vier jaar langer totdat Walvisbaai aan Namibië werd overgedragen. De in Walvisbaai gevestigde visserij-industrie vormt een belangrijk deel van het bnp in Namibië.
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