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Seabourn's 'grand Africa' voyage revised to drop Red Sea

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The 'grand Africa' voyage provides 'ample opportunities for our guests to discover Africa’s stunning natural wonders and diverse cultures,' Seabourn President Natalya Leahy said
Seabourn's 90-day 'grand Africa' voyage in late 2024 was modified to avoid the Red Sea.

The new itinerary keeps the original length of the cruise with in-depth exploration of the African continent with only one repeat port.

Seabourn Sojourn will still sail roundtrip from Barcelona departing Nov. 30. The new itinerary includes visits to 42 destinations in 20 countries, with seven overnight stays. On sale now, the full revised itinerary and additional details are available on Seabourn’s website.

'I am so delighted for our guests, as I feel our deployment team did an amazing job crafting this modified grand Africa voyage that provides ample opportunities for our guests to discover Africa’s stunning natural wonders and diverse cultures,' Seabourn President Natalya Leahy said.

Featured destinations

Among the featured destinations are Mindelo, Ilha De São Vicente, Cape Verde; Maputo, the capital of Mozambique; Walvis Bay, Namibia; Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles; Cape Town, South Africa; Bom Bom Island, Sao Tome and Principe; Casablanca, Morocco; and Banjul, Gambia.

Seven overnight stays

Seabourn Sojourn will stay overnight at seven ports: Casablanca, Zanzibar (Tanzania), Port Elizabeth (South Africa), Walvis Bay and Victoria.

Mid-cruise Seabourn Journeys, multi-day land-based packages, provide opportunities to stay in unique properties and national parks in Botswana, Namibia, and the Serengeti, and explore sites such as Victoria Falls, the Kariega Game Reserve (Settlers Drift), the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area and more.

Perks for going all the way

Travelers who book the full voyage get a package of complimentary amenities including a gala bon voyage dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel Majestic in Barcelona, an exclusive event in Cape Town, business-class air, onboard credit, transfers, laundry and, for US citizens only, a visa package.