The Details
The 2026 Skeleton Coast: West Africa Luxury Cruise by Brand g Vacations offers an 11-night journey along the stunning Skeleton Coast of Angola and Namibia, culminating in Cape Town, South Africa. This exclusive adventure begins with a pre-cruise hotel night in Luanda, Angola, and continues aboard the SH Diana, a small luxury expedition ship. The cruise is designed to provide extraordinary experiences in remote and captivating destinations, blending cultural immersion, scenic wonders, and moments of relaxation.
The itinerary highlights include exploring Angola's rich history and Portuguese influences, as well as Namibia's hauntingly beautiful Skeleton Coast, known for its dramatic contrasts of golden sands and crashing Atlantic waves. Guests will have the opportunity to interact with local tribes, learn about their traditions, and savor regional cuisine. Wildlife enthusiasts can look forward to spotting flamingos, dolphins, Cape fur seals, and unique species like the "Slow Five," which includes tortoises, whales, sand sharks, porcupines, and dune moles.
Additional attractions include the ancient Welwitschia mirabilis plant, endemic to the Namib Desert, and the eerie ruins of São Martinho dos Tigres. Guests can also visit Kolmanskop, a ghost town in the Namib Desert near Lüderitz, and enjoy three leisurely days at sea to relax and reflect on the diverse cultures and landscapes encountered. The cruise promises a harmonious blend of adventure and luxury, with all-inclusive amenities such as exceptional dining, unlimited beverages, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
With a low to moderate activity level and a maximum of 152 guests, this luxury cruise ensures an intimate and personalized experience. The 2026 Skeleton Coast: West Africa Luxury Cruise is a remarkable expedition that combines cultural exploration, breathtaking scenery, and unparalleled comfort, making it an unforgettable journey for travelers seeking a unique and enriching adventure.
Ship: Swan Hellenic Diana
Guests: 152
Provider: Band g Vacations
Additional Ship Information: SH Diana: By Swan Hellenic
Note: Not all Services Listed May be Provided Since This is a Chartered Cruise
Brandg Skeleton Coast: West Africa Luxury Cruise
October 11, 2026
to
October 23, 2026
Swan Hellenic
-
SH Diana
The Details
The 2026 Skeleton Coast: West Africa Luxury Cruise by Brand g Vacations offers an 11-night journey along the stunning Skeleton Coast of Angola and Namibia, culminating in Cape Town, South Africa. This exclusive adventure begins with a pre-cruise hotel night in Luanda, Angola, and continues aboard the SH Diana, a small luxury expedition ship. The cruise is designed to provide extraordinary experiences in remote and captivating destinations, blending cultural immersion, scenic wonders, and moments of relaxation.
The itinerary highlights include exploring Angola's rich history and Portuguese influences, as well as Namibia's hauntingly beautiful Skeleton Coast, known for its dramatic contrasts of golden sands and crashing Atlantic waves. Guests will have the opportunity to interact with local tribes, learn about their traditions, and savor regional cuisine. Wildlife enthusiasts can look forward to spotting flamingos, dolphins, Cape fur seals, and unique species like the "Slow Five," which includes tortoises, whales, sand sharks, porcupines, and dune moles.
Additional attractions include the ancient Welwitschia mirabilis plant, endemic to the Namib Desert, and the eerie ruins of São Martinho dos Tigres. Guests can also visit Kolmanskop, a ghost town in the Namib Desert near Lüderitz, and enjoy three leisurely days at sea to relax and reflect on the diverse cultures and landscapes encountered. The cruise promises a harmonious blend of adventure and luxury, with all-inclusive amenities such as exceptional dining, unlimited beverages, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
With a low to moderate activity level and a maximum of 152 guests, this luxury cruise ensures an intimate and personalized experience. The 2026 Skeleton Coast: West Africa Luxury Cruise is a remarkable expedition that combines cultural exploration, breathtaking scenery, and unparalleled comfort, making it an unforgettable journey for travelers seeking a unique and enriching adventure.
Ship: Swan Hellenic Diana
Guests: 152
Provider: Band g Vacations
Additional Ship Information: SH Diana: By Swan Hellenic
Note: Not all Services Listed May be Provided Since This is a Chartered Cruise
See What's Available at a Glance
On the Skeleton Coast Luxury Cruise, room status echoes the rhythm of the wild. Available rooms are your open invitation to roam with desert elephants and watch flamingos take flight — still untouched, still yours to claim. Limited rooms are vanishing fast, like jackals at dusk — blink and they’re gone. And Sold Out? Those cabins have already migrated, claimed by early explorers who knew the savannah waits for no one. Book now… before your perfect escape disappears into the wild.
**If a room status does not show above, it is because all the rooms of that "status" have been cleared of that status.
Premium Suite
Accommodation Information
Room Category
-
Sleeps Up To
2
Room in SqFt
441
Balcony in SqFt
86
Solo Cost
$30,398
2 Guests p/p
$15,199
3 Guests p/p
N/A
4 Guests p/p
N/A
5 Guests p/p
N/A
6 Guests p/p
N/A
Roommate Share
Vendor Does Not Offer
Location
Aft
Decks/Floors
6
Description
Featuring a king size bed, separate living room, and flame-effect fireplace. There’s also a luxurious ensuite bathroom – with separate bath tub and shower – and a walk-in wardrobe.
441 sq. ft. of total living space
Oversized private balcony (86 sq. ft.)
King bed (convertible to two single beds)
Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bathtub and walk-in shower
Walk-in wardrobe
Separate living room with sofa-bed, vanity, flat-screen TV, and flame-effect fireplace
24-hour room service
High-quality Lajatica bath products
Well-stocked minibar
Illy espresso coffee machine
Nikon Prostaff 3S 10×42 binoculars
Personal safe
Suite
Accommodation Information
Room Category
-
Sleeps Up To
2
Room in SqFt
441
Balcony in SqFt
54
Solo Cost
$27,398
2 Guests p/p
$13,699
3 Guests p/p
N/A
4 Guests p/p
N/A
5 Guests p/p
N/A
6 Guests p/p
N/A
Roommate Share
Vendor Does Not Offer
Location
Midship, Aft
Decks/Floors
5, 6
Description
Featuring a king size bed, and have a separate living room, with a flame-effect fireplace. There’s also a luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and a walk-in shower.
441 sq. ft. of total living space
Private balcony (54 sq. ft.)
King bed (convertible to two single beds)
Luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bathtub and walk-in shower
Walk-in wardrobe
Separate living room with sofa-bed, vanity, flat-screen TV, and flame-effect fireplace
High-quality Lajatica bath products
24-hour room service
Well-stocked minibar
Illy espresso coffee machine
Nikon Prostaff 3S 10×42 binoculars
Personal safe
Junior Suite
Accommodation Information
Room Category
-
Sleeps Up To
2
Room in SqFt
344
Balcony in SqFt
65
Solo Cost
$26,398
2 Guests p/p
$13,199
3 Guests p/p
N/A
4 Guests p/p
N/A
5 Guests p/p
N/A
6 Guests p/p
N/A
Roommate Share
Vendor Does Not Offer
Location
Forward, Aft
Decks/Floors
5, 6
Description
Featuring a king size bed, have a separate living room area, and luxurious en-suite bathroom.
344 sq. ft. of total living space
Oversized private balcony (65 sq. ft.)
King bed (convertible to two single beds)
Luxurious ensuite bathroom
Separate living room with sofa-bed, vanity, flat-screen TV, and flame-effect fireplace
High-quality Lajatica bath products
24-hour room service
Well-stocked minibar
Illy espresso coffee machine
Nikon Prostaff 3S 10×42 binoculars
Personal safe
Balcony
Accommodation Information
Room Category
D6
Sleeps Up To
2
Room in SqFt
269
Balcony in SqFt
54
Solo Cost
$21,798
2 Guests p/p
$10,899
3 Guests p/p
N/A
4 Guests p/p
N/A
5 Guests p/p
N/A
6 Guests p/p
N/A
Roommate Share
Vendor Does Not Offer
Location
Forward, Aft
Decks/Floors
6
Description
Featuring two single beds or a double bed, bedroom with living room area, a flame-effect fireplace and a luxurious bathroom.
269 sq. ft. of total living space
Private balcony (54 sq. ft.)
Double bed (convertible to two single beds)
Luxurious ensuite bathroom
Living room with sofa-bed, vanity, flat-screen TV, and flame-effect fireplace
High-quality Lajatica bath products
24-hour room service
Well-stocked minibar
Illy espresso coffee machine
Nikon Prostaff 3S 10×42 binoculars
Personal safe
Balcony
Accommodation Information
Room Category
M5
Sleeps Up To
2
Room in SqFt
269
Balcony in SqFt
54
Solo Cost
$20,798
2 Guests p/p
$10,399
3 Guests p/p
N/A
4 Guests p/p
N/A
5 Guests p/p
N/A
6 Guests p/p
N/A
Roommate Share
Vendor Does Not Offer
Location
Forward, Aft
Decks/Floors
5
Description
Featuring two single beds or a double bed, bedroom with living room area, a flame-effect fireplace and a luxurious bathroom.
269 sq. ft. of total living space
Private balcony (54 sq. ft.)
Double bed (convertible to two single beds)
Luxurious bathroom
Living room with sofa-bed, vanity, flat-screen TV, and flame-effect fireplace
High-quality Lajatica bath products
24-hour room service
Well-stocked minibar
Illy espresso coffee machine
Nikon Prostaff 3S 10×42 binoculars
Personal safe
Balcony
Accommodation Information
Room Category
D5
Sleeps Up To
2
Room in SqFt
269
Balcony in SqFt
54
Solo Cost
$13,399
2 Guests p/p
$9,899
3 Guests p/p
N/A
4 Guests p/p
N/A
5 Guests p/p
N/A
6 Guests p/p
N/A
Roommate Share
Vendor Does Not Offer
Location
Forward, Aft
Decks/Floors
5
Description
Featuring two single beds or a double bed, bedroom with living room area, a flame-effect fireplace and a luxurious bathroom.
269 sq. ft. of total living space
Private balcony (54 sq. ft.)
Double bed (convertible to two single beds)
Luxurious bathroom
Living room with sofa-bed, vanity, flat-screen TV, and flame-effect fireplace
High-quality Lajatica bath products
24-hour room service
Well-stocked minibar
Illy espresso coffee machine
Nikon Prostaff 3S 10×42 binoculars
Personal safe
Oceanview
Accommodation Information
Room Category
M4
Sleeps Up To
2
Room in SqFt
215
Balcony in SqFt
N/A
Solo Cost
$11,799
2 Guests p/p
$8,299
3 Guests p/p
N/A
4 Guests p/p
N/A
5 Guests p/p
N/A
6 Guests p/p
N/A
Roommate Share
Vendor Does Not Offer
Location
Forward
Decks/Floors
4
Description
Featuring two single beds or a double bed, bedroom with living room area, a flame-effect fireplace and a luxurious bathroom.
215 sq. ft. of total living space
Double bed (convertible to two single beds)
Luxurious bathroom
Living room area with sofa, vanity, flat-screen TV
Flame-effect fireplace
High-quality Lajatica bath products
24-hour room service
Well-stocked minibar
Illy espresso coffee machine
Nikon Prostaff 3S 10×42 binoculars
Personal safe
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Oceanview
Accommodation Information
Room Category
D4
Sleeps Up To
2
Room in SqFt
215
Balcony in SqFt
N/A
Solo Cost
$11,399
2 Guests p/p
$7,899
3 Guests p/p
N/A
4 Guests p/p
N/A
5 Guests p/p
N/A
6 Guests p/p
N/A
Roommate Share
Vendor Does Not Offer
Location
Forward
Decks/Floors
4
Description
Featuring two single beds or a double bed, bedroom with living room area, a flame-effect fireplace and a luxurious bathroom.
215 sq. ft. of total living space
Double bed (convertible to two single beds)
Luxurious bathroom
Living room area with sofa, vanity, flat-screen TV
Flame-effect fireplace
High-quality Lajatica bath products
24-hour room service
Well-stocked minibar
Illy espresso coffee machine
Nikon Prostaff 3S 10×42 binoculars
Personal safe
Additional Information
Prepaid Gratuities & Port Charges
Port Charges of $350 per person and pre-paid gratuities of $305 per person are additional.
$2,000 per person credit card deposit is required to confirm your space. A second payment of $2000 per person is due 14 months prior to trip (Aug. 7, 2025). A third payment of $2500 per person is due 10 months prior to trip (Dec 7, 2025). The balance is due 120 days prior to trip (June 9, 2026).
Pricing listed below are per person and subject to change.