Your cruise at a glance
Hand-crafted highlights
Join Bolette in Cape Town and take the chance to explore this magnificent city overlooked by iconic Table Mountain before uncovering the history of Kolmanskop from Lüderitz, a ghost town that boomed in the early 1900's diamond mining era before being left deserted. From Walvis Bay, you will have the chance to explore the vast landscapes of the Namib desert, the oldest desert in the world, and witness the sea of pink hues at Swakopmund Lagoon from visiting flamingoes. Immerse yourself in Senegalese culture and experience an effervescent folklore performance by the Lebou ethnic group, whose society focuses on ancestral spirits. Bolette will then continue on to Jamestown, the capital of the remote island of St. Helena, famously known as the final resting place of Napoleon, and home to the 699 steps of Jacob's Ladder snaking up the craggy hillside.
Your time spent on board Bolette is 21 nights, but please allow for your flight from the UK to Cape Town.
Highlights
Discover Diverse African Landscapes
The African landscape is made up of a whole host of diverse ecosystems and terrains, from Table Mountain and Signal Hill in Cape Town to the vast deserts of the Kalahari and Namib. From Lüderitz, you will have the chance to visit the Ghost Town of Kolmanskop, which was initially built when a railway worker discovered a diamond in the early 1900's. It quickly became a thriving diamond mining town, but after World War I, there was a decline in diamond sales, and the town was abandoned. Today, it stands as a silent testament to a colonial system of years gone by and may be consumed entirely by the sand dunes of the Namib Desert. Home to Swakopmund Lagoon and tidal flood plains, which entice flocks of pelicans and flamingoes to their shores, the Walvis Bay Wetlands are one of the most important coastal wetlands in southern Africa.
Explore cultures of Africa and beyond
On this cruise aboard Bolette, you can immerse yourself in the range of cultures that each destination offers. On St. Helena, the locals, known as Saints, are particularly friendly and will welcome you to spend time speaking with them and learning about their daily lives. Amidst your explorations, you may wish to sample a drop of St. Helena White Lion Rum or Cactus Pear Spirit Tungi, distilled on the island, or enjoy local dishes like steamed pudding or Plo, a rice-based dish similar to paella but more fragrant and spicy. Meanwhile, in Dakar, you will have the chance to experience Senegalese culture with a vibrant folklore performance by the Lebou ethnic group, whose society focuses on ancestral spirits.
Life On Board
Introducing Bolette
With just 690 cabins Bolette fits perfectly in our fleet of smaller ships. With her warm, welcoming atmosphere, timeless style, and classic open deck spaces providing a place to fully immerse yourself in the magic of ocean cruising.
Bolette
Bolette is one of the largest ships, by overall size, in our fleet. With its warm, welcoming atmosphere and timeless style, and classic open deck spaces providing a place to fully immerse yourself in the magic of ocean cruising, Bolette is very much in keeping with what our guests have come to expect from a Fred. Olsen ship.
Our Signature Experiences
To make your experience even more special, our Journey Planners have designed a unique programme of Signature Experiences which will allow you to discover real insights about the culture and nature of the places we are visiting, so you can arrive in each destination fully prepared to get the most out of your visit.
We have carefully curated a programme of events to give you a deeper understanding of each of the destinations you will be visiting
Our Scenic Discoveries are designed to allow you to enjoy seeing the world from the unique perspective of our ships
Maritime is in our DNA - our history in shipping goes back almost 200 years
There’s very little in the natural world more beautiful than a clear night sky, sunrise or sunset seen at sea
We love to bring a taste of the region's food, drink, local tastes and culinary traditions to life on board
Treats & Pastimes
In addition to our Signature Experiences, we have a selection of lovely Treats & Pastimes for you to enjoy when on board. Just check your Daily Times each day for full details.
Cabins, Prices & Offers
Cabin Options On Your Cruise
* Prices correct as of 03:00 05/07/2024, based on the lowest available Fly Cruise fare, and on two people sharing a twin cabin. Please call +441473746175 for live availability & prices.
* Prices correct as of 03:00 05/07/2024, based on the lowest available Fly Cruise fare, and on sole occupancy. Please call +441473746175 for live availability & prices.
Cabin Grades
Balcony Junior Suite (BJ)
Bolette's Balcony Junior Suites have a private balcony and sitting/bedroom area.
| Freedom Fare | From £6,999 pp |
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Terrace Cabin (TC)
Bolette's Terrace Cabins offer access to the Promenade Deck via sliding doors.
| Freedom Fare | From £6,199 pp |
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Ocean View (F)
Bolette's F Grade Ocean View cabins have two portholes and are on decks 1 & 2
| Freedom Fare | From £3,799 pp |
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Interior Cabin (I)
Located on decks 1, 2 & 3, I Grade Interior cabins on Bolette have a bathroom with shower
| Freedom Fare | From £3,399 pp |
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Single Interior Cabin (N)
Bolette’s N Grade Single Interior cabins are situated on deck 1.
| Freedom Fare | From £5,099 pp |
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Balcony Junior Suite (BJ)
Bolette's Balcony Junior Suites have a private balcony and sitting/bedroom area.
| Freedom Fare | From £11,723.25 |
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Terrace Cabin (TC)
Bolette's Terrace Cabins offer access to the Promenade Deck via sliding doors.
| Freedom Fare | From £11,148.10 |
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Ocean View (F)
Bolette's F Grade Ocean View cabins have two portholes and are on decks 1 & 2
| Freedom Fare | From £6,588.10 |
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Interior Cabin (I)
Located on decks 1, 2 & 3, I Grade Interior cabins on Bolette have a bathroom with shower
| Freedom Fare | From £5,828.10 |
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Single Interior Cabin (N)
Bolette’s N Grade Single Interior cabins are situated on deck 1.
| Freedom Fare | From £5,099 |
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What's Included
SO MUCH ALREADY INCLUDED
As well as our Signature Experiences, there are a host of other treats to enjoy on board our ships.
Dining & Lounges
- À la carte breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Daily buffet dining options
- Late night Supper Club
- Afternoon tea
- Self-service tea & coffee
- In-cabin dining & snacks
Treats & Pastimes
- Evening shows
- Live music & dancing
- Dance classes
- Lectures & talks
- Cookery demonstrations
- Traditional deck games
- Daily games & quizzes
Relaxation & Fitness
- Swimming Pools
- Jacuzzis
- Fitness Centre
- Fitness Classes
Enhance your cruise
Each of our cruises has been carefully designed for you to get the very best out of your time on board; and now you can enhance your cruise to make it even more special.
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