5 Nights

South Africa, 5 Nights

Sail aboard MSC Opera

Cruise to walvis bay namibia from cape town south africa

Dates: 4 Apr - 9 Apr 2026

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$ 1,029

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Inclusions

Try your luck in the famous Med Pearl Casino
Browse in the new walk through Shopping area
For fitness hit to a gym, or go for power walking track
A series of superb new play areas for kids of all ages, including an exciting spray park
Relax yourself in sauna, Turkish bath and the MSC Aurea Spa wellness center offering superb massages

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Sail aboard MSC Cruises MSC Opera

Casual dining without compromise! Explore the astonishing variety of gastronomic cuisine as and when you want, with the freedom to walk in and treat yourself at any time from breakfast through to late-night snacks twenty hours a day!

L'Approdo Restaurant

A unique collection of works of young photographers, which you can not only spectate but also purchase to bring fresh notes to your home interior.

La Caravella Restaurant

A restaurant can boast a top gastronomic selection thanks to the variety of dishes and the high quality of the foods, from choice Italian meats, scrupulously controlled, to fresh fruit.

Gelateria Italiana

An authentic Gelateria Italiana offering a range of quality ice creams

Fresh fruit smoothies, and cocktails made to order

La Cabala Piano Bar

At the end of a wonderful day, what better way to spend time with friends than in the inviting atmosphere of the piano bar. From song and dance to karaoke and performers, everyone is brought together through the medium of music.

Cotton Club

Ship's show lounge with its own bar and dance floor. Also is used for various activities such as master classes, dance lessons.

Piazza Di Spagna

At the end of a wonderful day, what better way to spend time with friends than in the inviting atmosphere of the place. From song and dance to karaoke and performers, everyone is brought together through the medium of music.

Lo Spinnaker Bar

Refreshing drinks and snacks near your pool! MSC ships are looking forward to you.

Sottovento Pub

Perfect place to meet with friends and sitting in the relaxed authentic atmosphere of this pub. Here you can see the most important sporting events on screens.

Aroma Coffee Bar

Aroma Coffee Bar.

Byblos Discoteca

Whether you are trying your luck in the Med Pearl Casino, relaxing in the La Cabala Piano Bar, dancing in the Byblos Disco, enjoying a show in the Teatro dell’ Opera, or browsing in the new walk-through shopping area, there’s never a dull moment on board.

Cotton Club

Ship's show lounge with its own bar and dance floor. Also is used for various activities such as master classes, dance lessons.

Virtual Arcade

Well- equipped state-of-the-art NAMCO virtual arcade, where guests can sharpen their gaming skills on Wii, Play Station or Xbox consoles.

Teatro dell'Opera

The Teatro dell'Opera is an ultramodern reinterpretation of traditional lines. Please note that access to the theatre for the evening shows is by booking only (not needed for the other ships).

Broadway Theater

You’d normally have to travel to New York to see the top-rated shows, but thanks to our Broadway-style theaters you can enjoy entertainment with an international line-up of artists without having to leave the ship. Take your pick, there’s sure to be a show you love.

Card Room and Library

With over 980 slot machines fleet-wide and even more choices with table games, MSC Cruises casinos offer hours of entertainment while sailing from destination to destination. So come to join because winning is the most fun!

Casino

Casinos are elegantly designed, featuring games for all types of players. You’ll be able to try your hand at Roulette or Blackjack, challenge yourself at one of our Poker tables, or choose among a variety of slot machines.

Internet center with computers. Guests can connect with their family and friends via the Internet.

Shore Excursions

The MSC Yacht Club’s dedication to service extends from the flagships to every port of call, enabling you to explore the world in the same style, privacy, luxury and comfort.

Photo Gallery & Shop

A unique collection of works of young photographers, which you can not only spectate but also purchase to bring fresh notes to your home interior.

Thermal Area

Get a lasting sensation of absolute well being that will accompany you well beyond your cruise. All our ships are equipped with a Thermal Area where you can enjoy a soothing sauna, a relaxing steam or an invigorating whirlpool bath.

Reception

Reception Lounge.

Relaxation Room

Relaxation Room.

Lo Spinnaker Pool

Lo Spinnaker Pool.

Perfect place for adults to relax. Take a lounger and enjoy this calmness.

Mini Golf

You’ll need to combine hand-to-eye coordination with a deft, light touch to get around entertaining an open-air mini-golf course onboard the ship. Get together with your friends and family to see who has what it takes to be crowned the Mini Golf King or Queen.

Atrium

Atrium.

Pool Deck

Pool Deck.

MSC treats you like the young teens you are with a variety of choices of activities to help make new lifelong friends during your vacation.

Juniors Club Lego Play Area

Juniors club is staffed by professional entertainers who leave your children free to explore and socialize under their expert supervision, while also offering a wide range of stimulating and exciting activities.

Teens Club

MSC doesn't treat youngsters and teens like kids. It gives you a place of your own with fantastic supervised facilities where you can meet up and do your own thing. And its treat you like the young teens you are with a variety of choices of activities to help make new lifelong friends during your vacation.

Doremi Spray Park

What is more, the renewed ships will each feature a fantastic new outdoor spray park – a fun-filled wet zone packed with interactive water jets, musical fountains and slides.

Baby Club Chicco

The whole MSC BabyCare experience has been built with Chicco’s knowledge, expertise and products - from training MSC’s child carers and defining onboard activities, to the strollers, bottle warmers, baby bouncers and shore excursion backpacks that offer to parents.

Mini Club Lego

A new Baby Club, for under threes, has been developed with market-leading childcare company Chicco. Not only will it be the first MSC area under 3, but it will also be the first baby area at sea branded Chicco.

Young Club

Young Club.

Deck area for walking or sun lounging.

MSC Aurea Spa

Step into a sensual world of wellbeing and relaxation just moments from your suite. The MSC Aurea Spa is a serene sanctuary where you can pamper yourself with a superb choice of revitalizing health and beauty treatments, including aromatherapy and Balinese massages.

Gym

You can admire the panorama, burn off the calories and keep in shape.

Salon

Salon.

Turkish Bath

Spa Massage Room

Spa Massage Room.

Spa Doctor Room

Spa Doctor Room.

A vacation with MSC Cruises treats you to a leisurely exploration of world-famous brands, browsing fantastic designer boutiques entirely at your ease, ably guided by expert assistants only when you choose.

Duty Free

The duty-free shop is located on deck 5 of Opera and retails a selection of tobacco, liquors, snacks, and essentials.

Logo Shop

Logo shops sell a selection of watches, sunglasses and fashion jewelry.

Beauty and Cosmetics

Beauty and Cosmetics.

Jewellery Shop

Jewellery Shop.

Swarovski

Swarovski.

Maiden Voyage: June, 2004

Last Refurbished: 2015

Beam: 94 ft (28.7 m)

Gross Tonnage: 65.591 tons

Maximum Speed: 20,3 knots

Ship Length: 902 ft (274.9 m)

Passenger Capacity: 2,579

Number of Crew: 728

Crew Nationality: International

Officer's Nationality: Italian

Number of Decks: 13

Elevators: 9

Number of Staterooms: 1,071

Number of Suites: 28

Dining / Restaurants: 5

Bars / Lounges: 6

Number of Pools: 5

Spa: Yes

Fitness Center: Yes

Teen Club: Yes

Internet: Yes

Kids Friendly: Yes

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Itinerary

Day 1

cape town south africa

Depart 6:00 PM

Day 2

at sea

Cruising

Day 3

walvis bay namibia

Arrive 4:00 PM Depart 11:59 PM

Day 4

walvis bay namibia

Arrive 12:01 AM Depart 2:00 PM

Day 5

at sea

Cruising

Day 6

cape town south africa

Arrive 7:00 AM

Staterooms

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Cabin Options

Cabin Codes

With this selection, you are guaranteed to receive a stateroom within a selected category class, anywhere on the ship. However, the actual room assignment and location on the ship may be determined at any time after your reservation has been completed and paid in full up to the day of sailing.

Decks:

IM1

Surface approx. 129 - 140sq. ft., deck 7-8
Relaxing armchair
Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

*Cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have single beds only.