Swan Hellenic introduces new and exclusive cruise destinations for 2025-26, bringing travellers to lesser-explored locales.
- Hermanus in South Africa to be visited by a cruise ship for the first time.
- SH Vega explores Brazil’s untapped coastal gems, including the Abrolhos Archipelago.
- Eight sites remain uncharted by other cruise lines, spanning from Norway to Angola.
- Swan Hellenic promises an adventurous voyage to some of the world’s hidden treasures.
Swan Hellenic has announced its bold new itineraries for the 2025-26 cruise season, revealing a focus on destinations that are largely untouched by other cruise operators. This forward-thinking approach highlights 34 unique destinations as part of their expeditions, with a significant emphasis on first-time visits by any cruise line.
Among the standout announcements is the inclusion of Hermanus in South Africa, which awaits the SH Diana making its maiden call in November 2025, with plans to return in 2026. This marks a seminal moment as no other cruise company has visited Hermanus before.
Meanwhile, the SH Vega has begun its exploration of Brazil’s coast, venturing into areas such as Trancoso, Itacare, and Morro de Sao Paulo. The highlight is undoubtedly the uninhabited Abrolhos Archipelago, setting a precedent for novel cruise experiences in this region. With additional destinations along Brazil’s coast lined up for 2026, Swan Hellenic is positioning itself at the forefront of expedition cruising.
The cruise line also reveals that eight more destinations across its upcoming itineraries remain exclusive to their cruise offerings. These destinations include Vaeroy in Norway’s Lofoten, the iconic Donana National Park in Spain, and exotic locales like Elmina in Ghana, and several areas across Gabon and Angola.
Swan Hellenic’s adventurous spirit continues with lesser-known gems scattered around the globe. Notable inclusions are Kalso in the Faroe Islands, Ireland’s charming town of Kinsale, Batz-sur-Mer in France, and the tranquil Pantelleria island in Italy. The journey extends to Turkey’s Datça, Guinea Bissau’s Bijagos Archipelago, the Aldabara Atoll in Seychelles, and further afield to Kilwa Kivinje in Tanzania, Nosy Vao island in Madagascar, Niebla in Chile, Guanaja Island in Honduras, Georgetown in Guyana, and many more awe-inspiring locations. This extensive list underscores Swan Hellenic’s commitment to delivering unparalleled travel experiences.
Swan Hellenic’s 2025-26 itineraries underline a commitment to exploration and offering cruise-goers novel experiences in untouched destinations.
