Skeleton Coast: West Africa Luxury Cruise 2026
12 nights · 3 ports · SH Diana
Aboard the exclusively chartered SH Diana, explore the rugged skeleton coast of South West Africa on this all-LGBT+ luxury expedition cruise. After a night in Luanda, Angola, sail along endless sand dunes and shipwreck-lined beaches all the way to Cape Town. Along the way, you can expect different cultures, vast landscapes and encounters with flamingos, dolphins and Cape fur seals. Visit the mysterious ruins of São Martinho dos Tigres and discover the ancient Welwitschia mirabilis. The trip ends in Cape Town after an overnight stay on board.
Itinerary
Angola's vibrant capital on the Atlantic Ocean will impress you with its bay, Portuguese colonial heritage and modern skyline. A contrasting metropolis on the southwest coast of Africa.
Namibia's rugged Atlantic coast owes its name to the numerous shipwrecks and animal bones on the beach. Dunes, fog and a bizarre wilderness characterize this lonely landscape.
South Africa's spectacular port city lies at the foot of Table Mountain and inspires you with the lively V&A Waterfront, dream beaches and the nearby Cape of Good Hope.
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The ship · SH Diana
The SH Diana is part of Swan Hellenic's latest generation of ships and is designed as a polar-class expedition ship for remote coasts, with a reinforced hull for cruising in waters close to ice and difficult to access. On board, there is room for 192 guests in 96 cabins, plus Zodiac equipment and an expedition team for shore excursions far away from the usual cruise routes.
Brand g Vacations charters SH Diana exclusively for a multi-day cruise along the Skeleton Coast of Namibia and Angola, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Namib Desert, with destination Cape Town. The organizer's own entertainment program and an exclusively gay passenger audience make the otherwise scientific expedition route one of the more unusual gay cruises ever.
Frequently asked questions
How does an LGBT cruise differ from a regular one?
As a rule the entire ship is chartered — a 100% queer crowd with its own programme of DJs, drag shows and themed parties.
What is usually included?
Cabin, full board, entertainment and pool are mostly included. Premium drinks, spa and shore excursions are usually charged separately.
Is the trip suitable for solo travellers?
Yes — the solo share is high on many trips, and there are often dedicated solo meet-ups on board.
What are the cancellation terms?
That depends on the operator. You will find the exact deadlines and conditions directly with the provider.
What about safety when docking in restrictive countries?
The operators are careful about route choices. At controversial ports, shore excursions are curated thoughtfully.
- Period
- 11.10.2026 – 23.10.2026
- Duration
- 12 nights
- Ship
- SH Diana
- Region
- Atlantic Ocean / South West Africa
Direct with the operator
Brand g Vacations
Brand g Vacations specializes in luxurious, fully chartered all-LGBT+ travel. The focus is on deluxe river cruises (Rhine, Danube, Douro, Seine, Nile) as well as small luxury and expedition superyachts – all-inclusive, accompanied throughout and designed for upscale comfort.
Last reviewed: 29. July 2026