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Le Dumont d'Urville February 10-21 2027 EU100227 Cruise & Offers
Nosy Be (Madagascar) to Durban (South Africa)
Review Madagascar & South Africa, voyage EU100227, with its complete official schedule, accommodation guidance, and current offer assistance.
February 10, 2027 to February 21, 2027 · Voyage EU100227
Ports & shore experiences
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Day 1
February 10, 2027Nosy Be
Destination overview
Nosy Be (from the Malagasy: Nosy meaning island and Be meaning large), in the Mozambique Channel, is located near the north-eastern coastlines of Madagascar. A former French protectorate, known under the promising name of “ the scented island” , of volcanic origin, it is located on a maritime route with access to India and Asia.
- Day 1 · February 10, 2027Departure 18:00 · Embarkation: 16:00-17:00
Verified shore experiences
No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.
Day 2
February 11, 2027Nosy Hara
Destination overview
Its limestone rock formations rising from the waters, or marine “tsingies” typical of Madagascar, make Nosy Hara both exceptional and immediately recognisable. Located to the north-west of Madagascar, the island is a protected area due to its incredible biodiversity. It is a veritable open-air aquarium inhabited by around 280 marine species.
- Day 2 · February 11, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Departure 18:00
Verified shore experiences
No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.
Day 3
February 12, 2027Nosy Komba
Destination overview
During your cruise, your ship will stop in Nosy Komba , otherwise known as “ lemur island ”. Not far from the Madagascar mainland, this volcanic island shaped like a gigantic turtle shell is covered in dense tropical rainforest. The setting adds local character and a distinctive sense of place to the published itinerary.
- Day 3 · February 12, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Departure 12:00
Verified shore experiences
- Nosy Komba Discovery: Village Life & Lemur Park Visit · 3h27 · Published as included · Must-see Sights · Culture & Heritage · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 2
Day 3
February 12, 2027Nosy Tanikely
Destination overview
In the heart of the Nosy Be archipelago, discover Nosy Tanikely , nicknamed the “island of little earth.” In addition to a magnificent white sand beach bordering a lagoon of crystal-clear waters, the island, which is uninhabited, has exceptional marine and terrestrial biodiversity.
- Day 3 · February 12, 2027Arrival 14:00 · Departure 18:00
Verified shore experiences
No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.
Day 4
February 13, 2027Majunga
Destination overview
A lively and cosmopolitan town on the west coast of Madagascar , Majunga , also called Mahajanga, will be a port of call rich in discoveries. The former capital of the Sakalava kingdom, then a significant interchange due to its prime position between Africa and the Middle East, the city displays an interesting cultural patchwork.
- Day 4 · February 13, 2027Arrival 12:00 · Departure 18:30
Verified shore experiences
- The Red Circus of Majunga: A Natural Wonder · 4h00 · Published as included · Must-see Sights · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 2
- Sacred Lake Adventure: 4WD Exploration in Majunga · 3h30 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 2
Days 5, 8 & 9
February 14, 2027, February 17, 2027 & February 18, 2027At sea
Destination overview
These published sea days connect the itinerary without a separate port call. Every applicable date is grouped here, and no arrival or departure time is implied when PONANT leaves it unpublished. Time aboard may include open-water views, wildlife observation, lectures and the ship's scheduled onboard program.
- Day 5 · February 14, 2027No port clock time published
- Day 8 · February 17, 2027No port clock time published
- Day 9 · February 18, 2027No port clock time published
Verified shore experiences
No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.
Day 6
February 15, 2027Morondava
Destination overview
To the south-west of Antananarivo lies a peaceful city on the Mozambique Channel : Morondava, capital of the kingdom of Menabe, and departure point for many discoveries in the surrounding area. Bordered by the Mozambique Channel, the city is crossed by two rivers: the Mangoky and the Manambolo.
- Day 6 · February 15, 2027Arrival 09:00 · Departure 17:00
Verified shore experiences
- Morondava Baobabs: Iconic Landscapes & Natural Wonders · 3h09 · Published as included · PONANT difficulty marker 1
- Betania Mangrove Experience: Dhows & Coastal Nature · 3h30 · Published as included · PONANT difficulty marker 1
Day 7
February 16, 2027Toliara
Destination overview
Located to the south-west of the island of Madagascar , near the mouth of the River Onilahy, Toliara is a port town that opens onto the Mozambique Channel . Inhabited for several centuries, becoming prosperous during the colonial period in the 19th century, Toliara is a cheerful town with unspoilt.
- Day 7 · February 16, 2027Arrival 12:00 · Departure 18:00
Verified shore experiences
- Ifaty Escape: Spiny Forest Discovery & Beach Break · 4h30 · Published as included · PONANT difficulty marker 1
Days 10 & 11
February 19, 2027 & February 20, 2027Richards Bay
Destination overview
A simple fishing village in the past, Richards Bay is now South Africa’s second port. Despite the significant development of industrial activity, particularly in terms of mineral extraction, Richards Bay is one of the country’s cleanest and most environmentally responsible towns.
- Day 10 · February 19, 2027Arrival 07:00
- Day 11 · February 20, 2027Departure 16:00
Verified shore experiences
- iSimangaliso Estuary Safari: Wildlife & Wetland Discovery · 5h30 · Published as included · Must-see Sights · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 3
- Dumazulu Cultural Village: Zulu Traditions & Living Heritage · 5h00 · Published as included · Culture & Heritage · PONANT difficulty marker 3
- Hluhluwe Game Reserve Safari: Iconic Wildlife & Natural Landscapes · 7h30 · Must-see Sights · Hiking & Adventure · PONANT difficulty marker 2
Day 12
February 21, 2027Durban
Destination overview
Situated in the Kwazulu-Natal region, the cradle of Zulu culture, Durban is the third largest city in South Africa and one of Africa's major ports. Between long beaches rocked by the rollers of the Indian Ocean and the skyscrapers dominating the avenues lined with jacarandas, in this multicultural city with.
- Day 12 · February 21, 2027Arrival 07:00 · Disembarkation: 08:00
Verified shore experiences
No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.
Planning note: Times appear only when published for this sailing. Blank times remain unpublished; a source-system midnight placeholder is never treated as a genuine call time.
A closer look at this sailing
Nosy Be (Madagascar) to Durban (South Africa) aboard Le Dumont d'Urville
On February 10-21 2027, Le Dumont d'Urville sails 11 nights from Nosy Be (Madagascar) to Durban (South Africa). Madagascar & South Africa brings together Nosy Hara, Nosy Komba, Nosy Tanikely, Majunga, creating a specific progression of ports for travelers comparing destination variety and voyage pace.
This route includes an official day-by-day schedule and published port times. The source lists 13 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.
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