St. Helena to Cape Verde islands | HDS32-24

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Title:	St. Helena to Cape Verde
Dates:
Tripcode:	HDS32-24
Duration:	9 nights
Ship:	m/v Hondius
Embarkation:	St Helena
Disembarkation:	Praia
Language:	English speaking voyage
Important:	Voyage HDS32-24 can only be booked in combination with voyage HDS31-24
More about:	Antarctica cruises Cape Verde cruises Ascension Island cruises St. Helena cruises
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Itinerary

PLEASE NOTE:

All itineraries are for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on ice, weather, and wildlife conditions. Landings are subject to site availabilities, permissions, and environmental concerns per IAATO regulations. Official sailing plans and landing slots are scheduled with IAATO prior to the start of the season, but the expedition leader determines the final plan. Flexibility is paramount for expedition cruises. The average cruising speed for our vessel is 10.5 knots.

During the days at sea the chances of meeting whales are high. Witness the northbound spring migration of northern birds like Arctic Terns and Long-tailed Skuas who join us in crossing the Equator (“the Line”).

Day 1: Heading out of Helena

Our voyage starts in Jamestown, a uniquely situated city that offers much to see before we set sail. Enjoy the local British culture, tropical climate, and endemic birds of this remote volcanic island. You can visit Longwood House, where Napoleon died in 1821, and even walk the 699-step Jacob’s Ladder if you feel ambitious. If you have more time, you can also go on small hikes or snorkeling in the shallows, seeing multitudes of tropical and subtropical fish.

Day 2 – 3: Sailing the Mid-Atlantic Ridge

Today we aim to sail along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the sprawling submarine mountain range that runs about 16,000 km (10,000 miles) from the Arctic Ocean toward the southern tip of Africa.

Day 4 – 5: Onward to Ascension Island

This dry volcanic island is a major home for sooty terns (also known as wideawakes), whose colony here sometimes grows to over a million breeding pairs. You may get the chance to hike up to the richly vegetated summit of the island, and we might also visit the beach to watch green turtles laying eggs.

Day 6 – 9: Crossing the equator

Joining us across the equator are Arctic terns and long-tailed skuas flying their northbound spring migration.

Day 10: The pleasures of Praia

We arrive in the town of Praia on Cape Verde’s Santiago Island, disembarking later that day at 18:00 hours. Though no lunch will be served, you are free to stay on board or store your luggage until disembarkation. If you have the time, we offer an additional tour in and around Praia. Here you can visit the historic Cidade Velha and its massive hillside fortress, built to defend against English raiders. Other sights include the oldest Christian church in the tropics as well as the slave whipping post in the main square. You can also simply explore the streets of Praia, enjoying the folk music spilling out of tavern windows.

Included in this voyage

Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.

Excluded from this voyage

Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).

Highlights you might experience

Bird Watching

Flora and Fauna of St. Helena

Sooty Tern

Green Turtle

m/v Hondius

Hondius is the first-registered Polar Class 6 vessel in the world, optimized for the most innovative exploratory voyages throughout the Arctic and Antarctica. Full ship info »

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Cabins & Prices

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Quadruple Porthole

2 portholes
2 upper & lower berths
Small sofa
Private shower & toilet
Flatscreen TV
Desk & chair
Telephone and WiFi (supplemented)
Hair dryer
Cabinet
Safe deposit box
Wardrobe
This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin

Complete cabin

8600 USD

Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.

Sharing berth

2150 USD

Share your cabin with others for the best price

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Triple Porthole

2 portholes
1 upper berth & 2 lower berths
Small sofa
Private shower & toilet
Flatscreen TV
Desk & chair
Telephone and WiFi (supplemented)
Hair dryer
Cabinet
Safe deposit box
Wardrobe
This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin

Complete cabin

7350 USD

Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.

Sharing berth

2450 USD

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Twin Porthole

2 portholes
2 single beds
Small sofa
Private shower & toilet
Flatscreen TV
Desk & chair
Telephone and WiFi (supplemented)
Hair dryer
Cabinet
Safe deposit box
Wardrobe

Complete cabin

5600 USD

Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.

Single cabin

4760 USD

Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).

Sharing berth

2800 USD

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Twin Window

1 window
2 single beds
Small sofa
Private shower & toilet
Flatscreen TV
Desk & chair
Telephone and WiFi (supplemented)
Hair dryer
Cabinet
Safe deposit box
Wardrobe
Please be aware that the view from some windows might be partially obstructed due to the design requirements of the ship