From: Madagascar, Nosy Be
To: South Africa, Durban
Dates: 08.03.2026 - 19.03.2026
Duration: 11 Nights
Ship: LE BELLOT

Madagascar & South Africa

PONANT brings you a brand-new cruise between South Africa and Madagascar. Over 12 days aboard Le Bellot, discover the contrasting faces of these magnificent countries offering breathtaking nature, friendly communities, captivating cities and heavenly spots. From Durban, a melting pot of Indian, African and colonial influences and the cradle of Zulu culture, you will sail to Richards Bay, a former fishing village that is now the second largest port in South Africa. Renowned for its commitment to eco-friendliness, the town is the ideal base from which to explore the Hluhluwe Reserve, where hippos, lions, elephants and wild birds roam in pristine natural surroundings. Le Bougainville will then cross the Mozambique Channel to reach Madagascar. There are countless adjectives to describe this island continent, as anyone who travels there is inevitably awestruck. Discover unique landscapes and ecosystems, such as the impressive marine tsingy of Nosy Hara. On the island of Nosy Komba, nature lovers will love the black lemurs, which look very much like fluffy toys, and the famous Avenue of the Baobabs in Morondava. Renowned for its exceptional natural sites, including a breathtaking red sandstone cirque, Mahajanga, the former capital of the Sakalava kingdom, boasts a fascinating cultural heritage, as does Toliara, a port town in the south-west of the island, known for its botanical gardens. Your journey will end on Nosy Be, also known as “the perfume island”.

LE BELLOT

  • Guests: 184
  • Suites: 92
  • Crew: 118
  • Spa: 1
  • Restaurants: 2
  • Length: 430 ft
  • Beam: 59 ft
  • Draft: 15 ft
  • Ice class: 1C
  • Classification: Bureau Veritas
  • Flag: French
  • Decks: 5
  • Zodiacs: 9
  • Tonnage: 9 976 UMS
  • Motors: 2 X 2 000 KW
  • Power: 6 400 KW
  • Construction: Vard Sovik, Norway
Ship in Details

Cruise Itinerary

Day
Date
Location
Arrival
Departure
1
Mar 8, 2026
Madagascar, Nosy Be
16:00*
18:00
2
Mar 9, 2026
Madagascar, Nosy Hara
-
-
3
Mar 10, 2026
Madagascar, Nosy Komba
-
-
3
Mar 10, 2026
Madagascar, Nosy Tanikely
-
-
4
Mar 11, 2026
Madagascar, Majunga
-
-
5
Mar 12, 2026
cruising
-
-
6
Mar 13, 2026
Madagascar, Morondava
-
-
7
Mar 14, 2026
Madagascar, Toliara
-
-
8-9
Mar 15, 2026 – Mar 16, 2026
cruising
-
-
10-11
Mar 17, 2026 – Mar 18, 2026
South Africa, Richards Bay
-
-
12
Mar 19, 2026
South Africa, Durban
-
08:00**
The itinerary is subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of the cruise line or due to operational, weather, port, or safety considerations. The cruise operator reserves the right to substitute ports, alter the order of calls, or modify the program as necessary to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers.

Cabins & Accomodations

Lower deck balcony stateroom

  • Cabin: 19 m²
  • Pax: 2
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Upper decks balcony stateroom

  • Cabin: 19 m²
  • Pax: 2
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Deluxe Suite

  • Cabin: 27 m²
  • Pax: 3
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Prestige Suite

  • Cabin: 38 m²
  • Pax: 4
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Privilege Suite

  • Cabin: 32 m²
  • Pax: 3
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Grand Suite

  • Cabin: 45 m²
  • Pax: 4
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Owner's Suite

  • Cabin: 45 m²
  • Pax: 4
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