Explora Journeys

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Maybe the best hotel isn't a hotel.

A new era of luxury ocean travel where every suite faces the sea and the journey itself becomes the destination.

Ocean state of mind — a new era of ocean lifestyle

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About Explora Journeys

Explora Journeys is not a cruise line. It is a luxury ocean lifestyle brand — created by the MSC Group with Swiss precision and European craft to redefine what travel at sea means for a new generation of discerning, curious explorers.

Aboard an Explora ship, the concept of a cabin simply does not exist. These are Homes at Sea — expansive ocean-front suites with generous private terraces, curated contemporary art throughout, eleven culinary experiences, and a holistic ocean wellness philosophy that treats the sea as the ultimate healer.

Explora Journeys: key facts

Fleet
3 ships: EXPLORA I, EXPLORA II, EXPLORA III
Voyages on this site
6 upcoming voyages
Where it sails
Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Caribbean, Americas, Arabia, Atlantic
Voyage length
7 to 14 nights
Fares from
R118,000 per guest · double occupancy · all-inclusive (no separate tax line)
Included in the fare
Dining · Unlimited beverages · Wi-Fi · Taxes, fees & port charges · Gratuities
Deposit
25% deposit; the balance is due 120 days before departure
Booking
Request to book: a Whitestar specialist confirms availability and the price in rand
Age rules
Infants must be at least 6 months old (12 months on some ocean crossings). Explora is adult-oriented; there are no kids' clubs.

Our Ships

The Fleet

Every ship we book for Explora Journeys, with guest numbers. Ask us about cabins, deck plans and the best ship for your voyage.

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    EXPLORA I

    The first of the fleet, launched in 2023. 461 ocean-front suites, penthouses and residences — all with private terraces and sweeping sea views. Multiple culinary concepts, several pools, and an Ocean Wellness spa.

    922guests
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    EXPLORA II

    Sister to EXPLORA I, joining the fleet in 2024 with the same ocean-front suites, curated arts programming and the philosophy of treating the ship as a luxury 'Home at Sea'.

    922guests
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    EXPLORA III

    Delivered in July 2026 and the most spacious ship in the fleet — 19.2 metres longer than her sisters and the first LNG-capable Explora ship, with new dining concepts, expanded Ocean Wellness and a second Owner's Residence.

    922guests

Where Explora Journeys sails

Destinations

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Plan a holiday with Explora Journeys

Our South African cruise specialists handle everything — flights, pre-cruise stays, visa guidance and shore excursions — so you can focus entirely on the voyage.

  • One specialist from enquiry to homecoming
  • Quotes in rand, with flights and hotels if you need them
  • Free advice, no obligation to book

Prefer to talk?

011 463 3293

Questions? Ask a specialist

No obligation. We reply within 4 business hours with answers and a quote in ZAR.