Theme cruises
OH SHIP 2025
Experience 72 hours of non-stop fun with top DJs, comedians, and entertainers at the BIGGEST PARTY OF THE YEAR! With 14 OH SHIPs and counting, the party gets CRAZIER onboard MSC Opera. Celebrate, make friends, and create unforgettable memories!
5 December 2025 - 8 December 2025 > BOOK NOW
OH SHIP 2025
Kids & Teens Cruise 2025
Board the MSC Opera and sail into the Indian Ocean for an unforgettable cruise! Enjoy fun activities at the MSC Kids and Teen clubs, including magic shows, a NEON party, and a treasure hunt on Portuguese Island.
12 December 2025 - 15 December 2025 > BOOK NOW
Kids & Teens Cruise 2025
Krone Cruse 2026
Join us aboard the MSC Opera from Durban to the Portuguese Islands for an unforgettable vacation! Enjoy exclusive concerts featuring your favorite Krone artists, sing-alongs, meet-and-greets, world-class dining, and exciting MSC activities, including Krone Karaoke. Cap off your weekend with a day in the sun on the beautiful Portuguese Islands.
30 January 2026 - 2 February 2026 > BOOK NOW
Krone Cruse 2026
Travel Bella
The atmosphere is electric, with new friendships blossoming as everyone lets loose to the rhythms of South Africa's best musicians. Whether you’re soaking in the sunshine, enjoying gourmet dining, or hitting the dance floor, the Bella Cruise promises an extraordinary experience
6 February 2026 - 9 February 2026 > BOOK NOW
Travel Bella
Girls Bootreis 2026
Welcome aboard the Voelgoed, #GirlsBootreis 2026, where laughter fills the air and new friendships sparkle under the stars. This unique experience is for women who are looking for a weekend away from their everyday responsibilities and boring routine. Imagine a vacation where the hardest decision is whether to go for a spa treatment or to bask in the sun a little longer
13 February - 16 February 2026 > BOOK NOW
Girls Bootreis 2026
Kaptein & Vriende Cruise 2026
Join us for a fun-filled weekend aboard the MSC Opera with Kurt Darren and friends! Enjoy surprise artist collaborations, a "story behind the songs" concert, sing-alongs, dancing, and themed nights. Don’t miss this unforgettable party—book your cabin now!
20 February 2026 - 23 February 2026 > BOOK NOW
Kaptein & Vriende Cruise 2026
THE BHANGRA BOAT® - BOOKINGS NOW OPEN FOR 2026
Embark on a thrilling 3-night vibrant Bollywood Fusion Cruise™ from 27 February 2026 to 2 March 2026 from Durban to the scenic Portuguese Island aboard MSC Opera. Come experience exclusive Bollywood Fusion™ entertainment from themed parties, live performances and theatre shows from SA’s finest deejays, comedians, singers, dancers and live bands. Create unforgettable memories with your friends and family on South Africa’s biggest Bollywood Fusion™ event of the year! Book your cabin get ready for the ultimate Bhangra experience at sea! #BhangraBoat2026
27 February 2026 - 2 March 2026 > BOOK NOW
THE BHANGRA BOAT® - BOOKINGS NOW OPEN FOR 2026
80’S & 90’S CRUISE™ - BOOKINGS NOW OPEN FOR 2026
80’s and 90’s Cruise™ is back for its 4th year! Come experience this 3-night family-friendly cruise from 6-9 March 2026, cruising from Durban to Portuguese Island aboard MSC Opera. This Old School Cruise™ promises a vibrant mix of retro entertainment, from music and themed parties to live theatre shows and more. Enjoy performances from top comedians, singers, deejays, dancers, and live bands, making every moment on board unforgettable - it’s the ultimate nostalgic getaway! Book your cabin for this Retro Cruise™ and make life long memories. #80s90sCruise2026
6 March 2026 - 9 March 2026 > BOOK NOW
80’S & 90’S CRUISE™ - BOOKINGS NOW OPEN FOR 2026
OPPIWATER KUNSTEFEES 2026
RSG and Lefra Productions will present their twelfth Oppiwater Arts Festival aboard the luxurious MSC Opera from April 9 to 14, 2026. The Oppiwater Arts Festival will feature a fully-fledged arts program showcasing the best in theatre, drama, comedy, song, music, opera, and dance!
Die Oppiwater Kunstefees is uniek in die wêreld! Dit is die enigste volwaardige kunstefees wat aanboord ‘n plesierboot aangebied word. Die Oppiwater Kunstefees het onlangs ‘n spesiale Naledi-toekenning vir die beste innovering in die teaterwese ontvang. Ons bied meer as 30 verskillende Afrikaanse Teaterproduksies aan Oppiwater. In hierdie week beland jy in ‘n borrel van kuns, kultuur, lekker eet, mengeldrankies, dekpartytjies en vriende maak. Kom saam man en kom kry JOU kuns Oppiwater.
9 April 2026 - 14 April 2026 > BOOK NOW
OPPIWATER KUNSTEFEES 2026
Bok Boot 2026
Join the Bok Radio team and some of South Africa’s biggest artists onboard the MSC Opera - from Cape Town to Walvis Bay. Artist line-up to be confirmed.
30 March 2026 - 4 April 2026 > BOOK NOW
Bok Boot 2026
