Fall in love with a holiday at sea with MSC Cruises
If you’re looking for an alternative, convenient and leisurely holiday, right at your doorstep, then look no further than a cruise with MSC Cruises.
Whether you are looking for some alone time, a leisurely getaway with friends or family, or a romantic getaway with your significant other, a cruise is a great opportunity to fall in love with a holiday at sea with MSC Cruises.
MSC Opera, coming to South African shores for the 2025/2026 local cruise season, brings a unique blend of master cruise allure and modern amenities, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Indian Ocean.
From 28 November 2025, MSC Opera will take cruisers on holiday to stunning destinations such as Portuguese Island and Pomene in Mozambique; Nosy Be in Madagascar; Port Louis in Mauritius; and a new destination, Mamoudzou in Mayotte.
What’s more is that for KwaZulu Natal locals, the Nelson Mandela Cruise Terminal is conveniently located in Durban’s Point Waterfront, so your perfect holiday is just a car ride away.
MSC Opera
Onboard MSC Opera – part of MSC Cruises’ Lirica Class – guests will undoubtedly fall in love with the relaxed design and deliberate personalised experience, with freedom to explore and enjoy the wide range of activities the ship has to offer.
Dining in the L’Approdo and La Caravella restaurants allows guests to enjoy a mix of tastes including gourmet international dishes as well as some familiar and much-loved local flavours.
The Le Velle buffet offers something for everyone, especially for those who are looking for a change of pace.
There are more than ten bars and lounges onboard which are perfect to enjoy sundowners, catch a live performance or join in the karaoke fun.
And the Lo Spinnaker pool bar will ensure that you fall in love with sunsets all over again while you take in the perfect sea views on the deck.
The 711-seat Teatro dell’Opera brings some glamour to your time onboard and is the perfect venue to enjoy spectacular world-class theatre shows by a brilliant line-up of international performers.
End your night off by trying your luck on the blackjack tables at the Med Pearl casino or dance your feet away to local sounds at the Byblos Disco.
Relaxation abounds
Fall in love with yourself all over again with some much-needed me-time, and treat yourself to a day of pampering at the MSC Aurea Spa.
Enjoy massages, body and facial treatments, hair and nail treatments and other beauty services in the spa and also enjoy some time in the thermal area for the ultimate relaxation experience.
Don’t forget to make time to lounge around by the pool area and bask in the sun the whole day.
With a spacious deck and whirlpools, bring a book to enjoy in the sun, take a dip in the pool or enjoy a refreshing cocktail mixed by one of our skilled barmen.
Extend your holiday
For those guests wanting to extend their holiday in Durban, either before or after their cruise, MSC Cruises has partnered with some of Durban’s popular hotels.
Guests can choose from stays at Garden Court, South Beach; Garden Court, Umhlanga; Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani; Protea Hotel, Umhlanga; and Riverside Hotel, to savour their time and enjoy Durban’s golden mile.
With all this and more, make your next holiday a cruise holiday with MSC Cruises, and fall in love with the sea, onboard MSC Opera.
Click here to learn more about MSC Cruises and its itineraries.
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