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13 Nights - Cape Town To Mombasa

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13 Nights - Cape Town To Mombasa

  • Crystal Cruises: Crystal Symphony
  • |
  • December 23, 2025

itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Cape Town
    | Tue Dec 23, 2025
    | Depart 6:00 PM
  2. Day 2
    Mossel Bay
    | Wed Dec 24, 2025
    | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  3. Day 3
    Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth)
    | Thu Dec 25, 2025
    | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  4. Day 4
    East London
    | Fri Dec 26, 2025
    | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  5. Day 5
    Durban
    | Sat Dec 27, 2025
    | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  6. Day 6
    Richards Bay
    | Sun Dec 28, 2025
    | 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  7. Day 7
    Maputo
    | Mon Dec 29, 2025
    | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  8. Day 8
    At Sea
    | Tue Dec 30, 2025
  9. Day 9
    At Sea
    | Wed Dec 31, 2025
  10. Day 10
    Island of Mozambique
    | Thu Jan 1, 2026
    | 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  11. Day 11
    At Sea
    | Fri Jan 2, 2026
  12. Day 12
    Zanzibar
    | Sat Jan 3, 2026
    | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  13. Day 13
    Mombasa
    | Sun Jan 4, 2026
    | Arrive 6:00 AM
  14. Day 14
    Mombasa
    | Mon Jan 5, 2026
Itinerary map
Cape Town/Mombasa
Sailing Features
  • 13 Nights
  • Dec 23, 2025 / Jan 5, 2026
  • Cape Town
  • Mombasa
  • Crystal Symphony
  • 14 Land Tours
Bonus Offers
Exclusive Amenities Available:
  • $500 per Couple Shipboard Credit

Suites

Choose the perfect room for you
Oceanview
From: $8,600
Balcony
From: $10,100
Suite
From: $10,100
Oceanview
Double Guest Room with Ocean View

Size: 20 m²
Contemporary classic bedroom with junior butler service and impressive windows onto ocean views.

- Large picture window
- Sizeable living area with sofa
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding
- TV
- Walk-in shower

Oceanview
Single Guest Room with Ocean View

Size: 20 m²
Cozy bedroom with welcoming and comfortable detailing, junior butler service and ocean views.

- Large picture window
- Sizeable living area with sofa
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding
- TV
- Walk-in shower

Oceanview
Double Guest Room with Ocean View

Size: 20 m²
Contemporary classic bedroom with junior butler service and impressive windows onto ocean views.

- Large picture window
- Sizeable living area with sofa
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding
- TV
- Walk-in shower

Crystal Symphony cruise ship

Crystal Cruises:   Crystal Symphony

With elegant lines and sweeping ocean views, the intimate ship houses expansive suites and guest rooms, alongside a world-class choice of dining, wellness and entertainment.
  • Last Refurbished:
    2023
  • Beam:
    99 ft (30.2 m)
  • Maximum Speed:
    22 knots
  • Ship Length:
    781 ft (238 m)
  • Passenger Capacity:
    606
  • Gross Tonnage:
    51,044
  • Draft:
    25 ft (7.6 m)
  • Dining / Restaurants:
    11
  • Wheelchair Accessible:
    Yes
  • Number of Suites:
    310

Ship Information

Explore Your Cruise Ship

  • Dining

    Dining
    Fine Italian cuisine, featuring original menus and dishes created by talented Crystal chefs.
    In Suite Dining
    Savor the extensive selection of delicious dishes from Waterside’s menu.
    Marketplace
    This venue offers breakfast and lunch with a variety of choices from appetizers to desserts.
    The Bistro
    Parisian-inspired café and coffee bar with light snacks such as fresh pastries, bagels and fruit in the morning and a selection of...
    The Vintage Room
    Led by the head sommelier, this intimate venue focuses on wine education and cuisine.
    Trident Grill
    The open air pool restaurant featuring favorite classics such as Burgers, melts, salads and quick snacks for an indulgent poolside...
    Waterside Restaurant
    The main dining room aboard Crystal Serenity, features open seating as well as tables for two and four guests.
    Umi Uma Restaurant
    Umi Uma is an innovative Japanese-Peruvian restaurant inspired by the rich culture of Japanese cuisine and Peruvian ingredients.
    Beef Bar
    The most exciting flavors from the global street-food scene – Beef, Reef and Leaf – are fashioned from the freshest ingredients by...

  • Bars & Lounges

    Bars & Lounges
    Globally inspired cuisine, and casual dining, Tastes offers tapas-style cuisine inspired by regional itinerary.
    Connoisseur Club
    An elegant space to indulge in the finest cigars and cognacs.
    Crystal Cove
    An ideal refreshment stop any time of the day, and the perfect place to meet friends for a pre-dinner cocktail.
    Galaxy Lounge
    Performances are the focal point here, with appearances by fantastic Broadway-style performers and headline entertainers.
    Jade Night Club
    An intimate lounge for a late-night drink, dancing or a place to let loose with karaoke.
    Scoops Ice Cream Bar
    A sumptuous ice cream bar featuring fresh toppings and homemade cookies, with frozen yoghurt accompanying classics from Ben & Jerr...
    Starlite Club
    On selected evenings before and after dinner, this entertainment lounge features dancing, production spot shows, cabaret performan...
    Avenue Saloon
    Signature piano bar with an intimate ambience. The perfect setting for a cocktail before and after dinner.

  • Entertainment & Nightlife

    Entertainment & Nightlife
    Challenge a friend to a fun game of ping-pong on one of the tennis tables.
    Hollywood Theatre
    The ship's sleek cinema for recent-released movies, live sport events, guest lectures and religious services.
    Wimbledon Court
    Hit the two full-sized paddle tennis and pickle ball courts for a friendly game.

  • Casino

    Casino
    Le Casino de Monte-Carlo is offering a new and unique experience onboard. Place your bets on table games with the unique savoir-fa...

  • Onboard Activities

    Onboard Activities
    A well-stocked library containing over 2,000 books on a range of subjects from classics to popular biographies, history to contemp...
    Atrium
    The central meeting place on the ship where you can visit the front desk, concierge, shore excursion desk, or sip on a casual drin...
    Computer University
    The innovative Computer lab onboard led by a team of tech experts.
    Palm Court
    Featuring large sky lights, floor-to-ceiling windows and a fabulous 270-degree forward view, this venue is perfect for afternoon t...
    Bridge Room
    It is equipped with comfortable chairs and large bridge tables, plus an expansive ocean view. Guests enjoy scheduled daytime activ...
    Studio
    Enjoy lectures and enriching experiences in this intimate classroom setting.

  • Outdoor Activities

    Outdoor Activities
    The lap pool with plenty of surrounding deck space to sunbathe, relax and read while enjoying a cool drink in the afternoon.
    Wimbledon Court
    Hit the two full-sized paddle tennis and pickle ball courts for a friendly game.
    Golf Driving Nets and Putting Green
    Clubs are available from the sports director or golf pro. On most cruises, a qualified PGA golf pro is onboard to offer classes.
    Observation Deck
    Gaze onto sweeping azure ocean views from the forward observation deck.

  • Kids & Teens

    Kids & Teens
    Specialized fun for junior cruisers.

  • Wellness

    Wellness
    The 3,000+ square-foot Fitness Center, Weight Room and Aerobics Studio feature an extensive line of professional weights and Techn...
    Aurora Spa
    Spa offers a wide range of health and beauty services for ladies and gentlemen.
    Crystal Life Spa and Salon
    The spa offers a wide range of health and beauty services for ladies and gentlemen.
    Treatment Room
    Various treatments include aromatherapy, aqua meditation, exfoliation, reflexology, and Swedish massage. Treatments are by appoint...

  • Shopping

    Shopping
    Heighten the experience on board with a selection of fine jewelry, watches and cruise wear available in the arcade, alongside desi...
    Crystal Collection
    Offers fine perfumes and colognes, cosmetics, purses, sun glasses, and jewelry.
The colorfully painted beach houses of Slovenia as seen from a cave
Don't Miss Out on Any Trip Enhancing Shore Excursions!
Immerse yourself in local culture with authentic cooking classes, traditional dance lessons, and unforgettable visits to historical landmarks during your cruise shore excursions.
A beautiful wooden foyer with luxury seating and shelves filled with fine items
Extend Your Trip with Immersive Pre-Cruise or Post-Cruise Stays
Enjoy the local culture and savor delicious cuisine with pre-cruise or post-cruise stays, ensuring a seamless transition between your land and sea adventures.