Swan Hellenic has announced two comprehensive West African Grand Voyages for 2026, offering in-depth exploration along the continent's Atlantic coast.
Northbound Grand Voyage: Cape Town to Lisbon (51 nights)
Departing on March 25, 2026, this 51-night journey combines 5 consecutive itineraries:
- Cruising in Namibia: The Skeleton Coast (11 nights) – Cape Town to Luanda
- Southwest Africa Cruise (13 nights) – Luanda to Tema (Accra)
- Cruise West Africa: The Slavery Coast (13 nights) – Tema to Dakar
- Cruise from Senegal to Morocco (7 nights) – Dakar to Casablanca
- Morocco to Portugal Cruise (7 nights) – Casablanca to Lisbon
This voyage encompasses over 30 ports, including the Bijagós Archipelago, Benin's stilt villages, and historic sites along the transatlantic slave trade routes.
Southbound Grand Voyage: Lisbon to Luanda (35 nights)
Commencing on September 7, 2026, this 35-night expedition comprises:
- Atlantic Cruise from Portugal to Senegal (9 nights) – Lisbon to Dakar
- The Slavery Coast: from Senegal to Ghana (13 nights) – Dakar to Tema
- West Africa Cruise from Ghana to Angola (13 nights) – Tema to Luanda
The itinerary includes visits to the Bijagós Islands, Ghana's coastal forts, and Angola's capital, Luanda.
Both voyages are enriched by expert-led excursions and onboard lectures, providing cultural and historical context to the regions visited.