Volcanic Landscapes From Cape Verde to Canary Islands
PONANT EXPLORATIONS · Le Champlain, Le Dumont d'Urville · 10 days
Day 1: On the tip of the African continent, the buzzing capital of Senegal stretches along the narrow peninsula of Cape Verde. You may be overwhelmed by its sheer size, but Dakar will win you over with its richly diverse districts, appealing cultural scene, and rich natural surroundings. In the historic center, you'll enjoy the pell-mell of colours and tasty delights in Kermel Market. Far from the effervescence of the city, Gorée Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is known as a place of remembrance, having once been a slave trade outpost. On the other side of the plateau, the wild Madeleine Islands are protected by a national park. Day 2: During your journey at sea, make the most of the…
The sailing, in facts
| Operator | PONANT EXPLORATIONS |
|---|---|
| Ship | Le Champlain, Le Dumont d'Urville |
| Length | 10 days |
| Region | Atlantic Islands |
| Departures | 3 listed · 2027-01-06 to 2028-03-24 |
Day by day
| Day | Where |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Dakar, Senegal |
| Day 2 | Day-at-Sea |
| Day 3 | Praia, Cape Verde |
| Day 4 | Mindelo, Cape Verde |
| Days 5–6 | Day-at-Sea |
| Day 7 | Santa Cruz De La Palma, Spain |
| Day 8 | Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Spain |
| Day 9 | Puerto de la Estaca, Spain |
| Day 10 | Arrecife, Spain |
| Day 11 | Las Palmas, Spain |
Every departure
| Departs | Returns | Days | Ship | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-01-06 | 2027-01-16 | 10 | Le Champlain | Yes |
| 2027-03-15 | 2027-03-25 | 10 | Le Dumont d'Urville | Yes |
| 2028-03-24 | 2028-04-03 | 10 | Le Dumont d'Urville | Yes |
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