Sail Route

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Itinerary

DayDestinationArrivalDeparture Time ashore
Cruise
Day 1 South Africa - Durban -18:00 -
Day 2 Sea day -- -
Day 3 Sea day -- -
Day 4 South Africa - Cape Town 08:00- -

Day 1South Africa - Durban

Durban, situated on the eastern coast of South Africa, is the country's third-largest city, boasting a population of 3.5 million inhabitants, including the surrounding suburbs. It holds the distinction of being the largest city on the entire east coa...

Durban, situated on the eastern coast of South Africa, is the country's third-largest city, boasting a population of 3.5 million inhabitants, including the surrounding suburbs. It holds the distinction of being the largest city on the entire east coast of Africa. Besides its bustling port, Durban is renowned for its stunning white sandy beaches that attract bathers and surfers, offering enjoyment along the beautiful Indian Ocean.

Worth seeing
Shaka Marine World: Explore an array of tropical marine animals, including sharks, penguins, and dolphins, at Shaka Marine World.
Durban Botanical Gardens: Unwind at the Durban Botanical Gardens and indulge in delicious food at one of the small cafes.
Moses Mabidha Stadium: This massive sports stadium features the SkyCar, providing a fantastic view of Durban.

Climate
Durban experiences a humid subtropical climate with consistently high temperatures. Summer months, January through March, can reach up to 30 degrees Celsius, while winter months, June through September, see temperatures around 20 degrees Celsius.

Currency
South African Rand (ZAR)

Weather

January
24°
8
Sunshine hours per days
20
Rainful days
February
24°
8
Sunshine hours per days
17
Rainful days
March
23°
8
Sunshine hours per days
18
Rainful days
April
21°
6
Sunshine hours per days
14
Rainful days
May
20°
7
Sunshine hours per days
10
Rainful days
June
19°
7
Sunshine hours per days
6
Rainful days
July
18°
7
Sunshine hours per days
8
Rainful days
August
19°
7
Sunshine hours per days
8
Rainful days
September
19°
7
Sunshine hours per days
13
Rainful days
October
20°
8
Sunshine hours per days
18
Rainful days
November
21°
7
Sunshine hours per days
20
Rainful days
December
22°
8
Sunshine hours per days
22
Rainful days
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Highlights

Very family-friendly cruises

Fixed low children's price

Large pool area with water park

Luxury from the Italian kitchen

About the ship

MSC Opera was built in 2004, but has since been undergoing a modern makeover. The ship is a true MSC classic in the sense that it offers everything a cruise traveler’s heart could desire. Hospitalit...

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Facilities

Ship facts

Facilities

Bars & lounges
  • Aroma Coffee Bar
  • Cotton Club
  • La Cabala Piano Bar
  • Lo Spinnaker Bar
  • Piazza Di Spagna
  • Sottovento Pub
Pool
  • Doremi Spray Park
  • Le Piscine
Sports
  • Fitness center
  • Mini golf
  • Race track
  • Shuffleboard
Others
  • Internetcafé
  • Medical Center
  • Reception
  • Shore Excursion Office
For children & young people
  • Baby Club
  • Junior Club
  • Mini Club
  • Teen Club
  • Young Club
Spa & relaxation
  • Spa area
  • Top 13 Exclusive Solarium
Entertainment
  • Byblos Discoteca
  • Game arcade
  • Library
  • Map room
  • Photo galleries & trades
  • Shopping area
  • Teatro dell'Opera
  • With Pearl Casino
Restaurant
  • Il Patio
  • L'Approdo
  • La Caravelle
  • Le Vele

Ship facts

Length:275
Passengers:2679
Crew:728
Built:2004
Tonnage:65591
Registered:Panama

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