NDG Cruises

23/10/2020

Book 1 Balcony Cabin and get 1 FREE! Plus, where else can you go on holiday for 3 nights where accommodation, food and entertainment are all included from as little as R5 800 p.p excluding mandatory charges? Call us on 083 264 5225 to make your booking. T’s & C’s apply.

15/10/2020

📢📣I M P O R T A N T A N N O U N C E M E N T 📢📣

15/10/2020

ATTENTION: All passengers travelling on the MSC Orchestra for the NY Cruise, will unfortunately not be going via the Seychelles as scheduled. Due to Covid-19 the Country is not allowing any cruise ships into their ports. Attached in the new cruise itinerary. Don't despair, you will be going via the incredible Nosy Be in Madagascar.

'Nosy Be is an Island 8km off the northwest coast of Madagascar in the Mozambique Channel; several smaller islands are located nearby, including Nosy Komba, Nosy Sakatia and Nosy Tanikely. Together they form the beautiful archipelago of Nosy Be. The island of Nosy Be, which means ‘Big Island’ in Malagasy language, is a volcanic island with eleven volcanic crater lakes. It’s known for having one of the smallest frogs and chameleons in the world and it’s home to the panther chameleon and different species of lemurs. It’s without a doubt a must-visit when you travel to Madagascar.

Nosy Be Island is the perfect place to discover amazing marine life with its beautiful coral reef and the opportunity to swim with sea turtles. There’s even a chance of seeing humpback whales and whale sharks. Nosy Be mainly acts as a hub to explore the nearby islands. There are many tour operators, like Nazaire Excursions, who can help you planning a trip to the different islands. Most boat excursions depart from the bay of Ambatoloaka. Keep that in mind while planning your trip to Nosy Be Madagascar.

There are many places to see and things to do in Nosy Be and its archipelago and every island has a unique reason to visit. Therefore I highly recommend Nosy Be as part of your Northern Madagascar itinerary. But on top of that there are much more places to visit in Madagascar. Of course you can't miss the unique Madagascar Boabab trees. Find here everything you to know before visiting the Avenue of the Baobabs or other things to do in Morondova.

For a complete Madagascar itinerary read my Ultimate Madagascar Travel blog, including a 2-week itinerary along all the amazing National Parks.https://traveltomtom.net/destinations/africa/madagascar/things-to-do-nosy-be-madagascar

17/09/2020

Exciting interview with MSC SA MD, Ross Volk. We stay positive. https://www.enca.com/news/tourism-industry-welcomes-international-travel-decision?fbclid=IwAR2MTbQRcROjWxx3jPu11fH-3vdYJKNcHROKfy7m-0PeXfyfq7w5nO29D4M

Tourism Business Council CEO says this announcement is important for those whose livelihoods depend on international travel.

05/03/2015

REMEMBER...........The best part is that children under 18 travel free with 2 full fare paying adults.

05/03/2015

NEW BALCONY CABINS

Previously the MSC Sinfonia didn't have balcony cabins.
The renewed MSC Sinfonia will have 60 balcony cabins, offering its passengers a wide selection of booking possibilities and the opportunity to experience all that our balcony cabins have to offer.

Private balcony
Double bed that can be converted into two single beds (on request)
Air conditioning
Bathroom with shower
Cable internet connection (for a fee)
TV
Telephone
Mini bar
Safe
Size range approximately from 15 sq.m. to 16 sq.m.

05/03/2015

NEW OUTDOOR SPRAY PARK

Will be added on deck 13 with a brand new play area with water features like
the fountain snake
bird tree
slide deck
tipping bucket
water bazooka
water pipe

and more for hours of family fun

05/03/2015

YOUNG CLUB (12-14 years) & TEENS CLUB (15-17 years)
EVENTS
Teens White Party
Hey Mr DJ
Sinfonia generation awards 2015 (teen talent contest)
The Prom (teen formal night)
Twisted scavenger hunt
ACTIVITIES
DAY: sports & tournaments (football, basketball, dodge ball, minigolf, shuffleboard, table soccer), dance contest, social network games, Wii/Xbox/PS3 challenges
EVENING: Young & Teens dinner with entertainment staff
NIGHT: Radio Sinfonia Generation 2015 (video and music requests every night), Generation Sinfonia Live: (Popstar 2015, iPop competition, Teen Movie Trivia, Boys Generation, Girls Generation, “Kool

05/03/2015

MINI (3-6 years) & JUNIORS CLUB (7-11 years)

SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES
Family welcome talk
Fun time dinner: dinner for kids only with the youth staff every day
Happy dinner: rapid service for families eating together, then kids are taken to Mini Club
Kids around the clock: late night party at Mini & Juniors Club (paid service)

EVENTS
LEGO® Experience day: games, activities, award of LEGO Master Builder certificate

THEME DAYS AND NIGHTS
MSC for Unicef day: games, activities, parade, songs, award of passport and on board Unicef Junior Ambassador certificate
MSC cartoons night
Doremi pyjama party
Doremi family night
Kids scary party
Videogames night
Pirates of Doremiland
Kids sports night

05/03/2015

BABY CLUB (under 3 years)

MSC BABYCARE: drop children between 1 and 3 years old off at the Mini Club where they will be looked after by qualified and dedicated staff.

MSC BABYTIME - BABY CLUB OPEN HOUSE (babies under 3 with parents) Allows children to play with you and other children of their own age.
FREE CHICCO FACILITIESon board: strollers, backpacks, bouncy chairs and bottle warmers.

Edutainment activities include:
Rhythm and music
Mini Olympic Games
Meet our mascot Dorebaby

05/03/2015

BISECTING

To lengthen the ship, it was cut in half and a prebuilt 2,200GT, 24-metre midsection containing 193 extra cabins was added on 20 and 21 January, as these photographs show.

The works continued into the night to ensure the ship was resealed and again rendered seaworthy.

After this, MSC Sinfonia will be renewed and refitted bringing an enhanced sense of comfort and space

05/03/2015

ARRIVAL IN PALMERO

Fincantieri has begun transforming MSC Sinfonia, the second of MSC Cruises’ four Lirica class ships, at its shipyard in Palermo, Italy.
Before MSC Sinfonia's arrival, Fincantieri's preparations were already well under way for the work on board and in the shipyard.

On January 9, the new midsection was floated into the shipyard and hauled into the dry-dock area where MSC Sinfonia is to remain for the duration of its stay.

On January 12, MSC Sinfonia arrived at the Fincantieri's ship yard in Sicily (courtesy of MSC)

05/03/2015

Hey happy cruisers, we are sooooo excited to share with you what has been happening on the MSC Sinfonia. She has been undergoing a facelift and is looking gorgeous! You can expect new entertainment options, technological advancements, new shops & up to nearly 200 new cabins! We are super excited for her arrival on the 19th November where she will be cruising South Africa, Mozambique, Nambia, Reunion & Mauritius. Bookings are now open, contact us for further information.

05/02/2015

Hey all you wonderful cruise fans! Did you know that if you book within 30 days of coming off your cruise, you get to qualify for a "Future Cruise Discount" of 10%? If you are planning on booking a cruise now you will qualify for a cabin upgrade!!! It's definitely worth having that window! ;) So what you are waiting for - contact us for a quotation and let us help you make your sailing trip memorable! Remember kids under 18 cruise free!! Email us on [email protected]

05/12/2014

A limited range of cabins has become available on the cruises below

22 Dec - Christmas sailing with 20 cabins available for sale
29 Dec - New Year sailing with over 50 cabins for sale

Super Bingo cabin is the best price available but the cabin category is a mystery and will be allocated 7 days prior to departure.



CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR DEALS

SHIP NTS DATE ITINERARY Inside
from Outside
from Balcony
from
MSC Opera 7 22 Dec 2014 Fort Dauphin, Portuguese & Inhaca Isl. R 11 900 R 12 700 R 14 000
MSC Opera 11 29 Dec 2014 Durban, Reunion & Mauritius R 11 900 R 12 700 R 14 000
MSC Opera 11 29 Dec 2014 Durban, Reunion & Mauritius KIDS rate in own cabin R 5 000 per person
MSC Opera 11 29 Dec 2014 Durban, Reunion & Mauritius Super Bingo R9 800

Mandatory Port Charges - per person
2NT 3NT 4NT 5NT 7NT 11NT
R560 R760 R890 R950 R1 160 R1 450

05/12/2014

Great news for all our cruisers! SALE SALE SALE on a few Christmas and New Year Cabins! Contact us on [email protected] to quote you. Only a few cabins available so act fast.

28/10/2014

We are so thrilled, the MSC Opera has arrived in Cape Town for the first cruise trip of the new season!!! Bon voyage to our passengers on board bound for Walvis Bay! To book your cruise for the summer season, do so now and qualify for up to 50% discount. T&C's apply.

17/09/2014

7 NIGHTS DUBAI SPECIAL + R2500 ON BOARD CREDIT: Playing host to rich traditions vibrant modernity and dramatic landscapes, the region is an innovative and highly desirable destination for cruise travellers. During an MSC Emirates adventure on Board the opulent MSC Orchestra, travellers can enjoy a shore excursion programme designed to reveal the magic and mystery of this enigmatic world of spectacular contrasts.

A visit to the East is now made easier with recent changes in the UAE visa system cruise tourism becomes a more attractive holiday alternative for South African travellers. Cruise passengers as of the 1st August 2014, are now allowed a new multiple entry tourism permit.

7 night December or January cruises on board the opulent MSC Orchestra from R6429pp & receive R2500pp on board credit.

Price valid for 3 to 10 January 2015 departure and must be booked before 20 October to qualify for the onboard credit. T&C'S apply.

17/09/2014

MSC Cruises SA is glad to advise all cruise passengers that the new immigration regulations, requiring South African travellers to apply for unabridged birth certificates to allow travel internationally with children under the age of 18, has been deferred until end of May 2015.

Originally set for 1 October 2014, the new legislation has been delayed due to possible impact it may have on the travel and tourism sector.

Cruise passengers for the 2014/15 local SA season will therefore not require unabridged birth certificates for departures that cruise outside of local waters.

06/07/2014

URGENT NOTICE : SUMMARY OF THE NEW TRAVEL REGULATIONS RELATING TO TRAVEL WITH CHILDREN - IMPLEMENTATION DATE 30 SEPTEMBER 2014.
Following the announcement of the new regulation put into place by the Ministry of Home Affairs regarding travelling with children in and out of South Africa, please take urgent note of the below summary and the extract from the Publication of the Draft Immigration Regulations 2014 in regard to documentation required when travelling with children under 18 years.
New travel regulations relating to travel with children

- Both parents travelling with child(ren) under the age of 18 years have to produce a full/unabridged birth certificate for the child
(both parents’ details must be on the birth certificate)
- One parent travelling with child(ren) must have consent from other parent in the form of an affidavit or custody agreement confirming permission to
travel with child(ren)
- One parent travelling with child(ren) and other parent passed away, must produce death certificate of deceased parent.
- Guardians travelling with child(ren) must provide affidavits from parents giving permission for child(ren) to travel

Failing to provide these documents will result in being denied boarding.


New entry, exit and visa requirements for South Africa

- Passport must be valid for at least 30 day after intended date of departure from South Africa
- Passport must have two blank ‘visa’ pages (please note that blank ‘endorsement’ pages will not suffice)
- Visitors to South Africa for tourism, short business meetings or transit: no visa needed for up to 90 days. No extension available on tourism visas.
- All other travellers need visas (incl. academics, students on educational trips, entrepreneurs, workers and volunteers). Must apply in person in country of
ordinary residence or citizenship.
- A change of visitor visa status is not possible while in South Africa, so visitors intending to work in South Africa must apply for work visas before arrival in
South Africa.
- Overstaying a visa expiry date can result in being declared undesirable and being barred from entering South Africa for a specific period of time.

Questions relating to any of these changes should be directed to the South African Department of Home Affairs.
MSC Crociere SA provides passengers with guidelines only and are not responsible for ensuring that Passengers have all necessary Travel Documents. All passengers are to refer to the South African Department of Home Affairs to ensure that they have the most current information in relation to travel documentation required to enter / leave South Africa. Passengers are required to present the necessary Travel Documents for inspection as required on entering and exiting any Port.

28/06/2014

Hello cruisers! The new cruise season will soon be upon us before we even know it! The cruises are already filling up and the 4 berth family cabins for the New Year Cruise to Reunion & Mauritius are already SOLD OUT!! WOW !! The early bird specials are flying. So if you are interested in booking a cruise for the new season, don't hesitate to contact us on [email protected]. Happy Sailing