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West Africa Cruise - Accra to Marrakech
17 days, Accra to Marrakech
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From the M/S Expedition, you’ll get the chance to explore one of Africa’s most vibrant (and curiously underexplored) regions from a hotel that goes wherever you do. The second leg of the 32-day West Africa Cruise, this 17-day trip focuses prominently on the roots of the West African slave trade with numerous chances for cultural and natural interaction in port cities and nature preserves along the coast. On-board activities range from open-air painting lessons on the deck to sommelier-led wine-tastings featuring top South African vintages.
17 days
Accra to Marrakech
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Trip Code: XVAMDX
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Travel Style: Marine
Small-ship adventures on the world’s great seas, rivers, and other places only accessible by boat.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience
Age requirement: 10+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary
Day 1Accra
Welcome to Accra! Arrive at any time and check into the hotel. Arrival transfer is included.
Day 2Accra
Enjoy an excursion from the port at Tema to the busy capital of Accra. Wildlife enthusiasts may choose to visit the Shai Game Reserve instead.
Meals included:
Breakfast | DinnerDay 3Accra/Takoradi
From the dock at the Ghanaian town of Takoradi, explore a region steeped in the sad history of the slave trade. Visit Elmira Castle and Cape Coast Castle.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Takoradi/Abidjan
A day to explore Abidjan, the economic capital of the Ivory Coast.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDays 5–6Abidjan/Freetown
Days at sea will be filled with fascinating and entertaining educational programs presented by the expert expedition team. Join new friends in the ship’s popular pub. Relax on the ship’s deck or scan the horizon with binoculars in search of seabirds and marine life.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 7Freetown
A day to explore Freetown, Sierra Leone. Sierra Leone is recovering from a civil war that almost tore the country apart, but today it is a progressive African state with a great future.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 8Freetown/Banjul
Spend the day at sea.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 9Banjul/Dakar
Visit Banjul, a city beloved by birdwatchers. Admire the local art, visit a distillery and a traditional market.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 10Dakar
Explore Dakar, Senegal; a bustling and energetic West African capital.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDays 11–12Dakar/Dakhla
Two days at sea.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 13Dakhla
Tranquil Dakhla is where the Sahara meets the sea. Venture into the desert across the beautiful landscape to the White Dune, look for flamingoes and enjoy a gala local lunch.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 14Dakhla/Fuerteventura Island
Day spent at sea.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 15Fuerteventura Island/Agadir
Visit Fuereventura, Canary Islands. This particular island is part of the newly designated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 16Agadir/Marrakech
Disembark the G Expedition for the final time, in the whitewashed Moroccan seaside city of Agadir. Drive to Marrakech, a spectacular end to our journey.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 17Marrakech
After breakfast, depart for the airport and flights homeward. Departure transfer is included.
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BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Foodie Moment: Fruit Distillery Visit, Banjul
- Your Foodie Moment: Djemaa el Fna Market Square Visit, Marrakech
- - 2 night hotel accommodation (Accra and Marrakech) - 14 night's aboard the Expedition - Airport transfers (arrival and departure) - Shore excursions, sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary - Zodiac excursions with our expert expedition team - Lecture and educational programs with expedition team
Accommodations
Twin Share Hotel (2 nights), M/S Expedition quad, triple, twin-share cabins, or suites (all with en suite bathrooms and porthole or window) (14 nights). Please note that all cabins consist of twin-sized berths and are ocean-facing. Suites have one queen size bed.
Meals
16 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 15 dinners
Transportation
M/S Expedition, Bus, and Zodiac.
Staff & experts
10:1 = Guest/Expedition staff ratio.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.