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Luxury Canal Boat Cruise - Fun Things Durban Ushaka

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• Fun Things Durban, Shop G01, Ushaka Marine World, 1 Bell St, Point, Durban, 4001, South Africa ***** Please arrive 20 mins before at Fun Things Durban Shop before your activity 1. Go to Ushaka B parking lot 2. Walk into Ushaka Marine World 3. Walk to the Shop - Fun Things Durban 4. Show your booking at Get your ticket at Fun Things Durban 5. Enjoy your experience
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Infant seats available
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• You'll start at Fun Things Durban Shop G01, Ushaka Marine World, 1 Bell St, Point, Durban, 4001, South Africa ***** Please arrive 20 mins before at Fun Things Durban Shop before your activity 1. Go to Ushaka B parking lot 2. Walk into Ushaka Marine World 3. Walk to the Shop - Fun Things Durban 4. Show your booking at Get your ticket at Fun Things Durban 5. Enjoy your experience See address & details
• 1 Durban Stop: 30 minutes Cruise with us and have an amazing experience, enjoy the cruise on a luxury pontoon boat. Based on the Durban Point Waterfront Canals. The canals are protected with over 30 types of sea fish that can be spotted. Relax, enjoy and have fun as we give a guided tour of the waterfront canal. We point out the attractions, give an informative, with History, Famous people and what is new and fun in the area. The tour is +/- 30 mins and is for all ages. A great friends and family experience. The Selfie Ship takes 12 people. Read more
• You'll return to the starting point

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Luxury Canal Boat Cruise - Fun Things Durban Ushaka

• Certified guide
• Fun Things Durban, Shop G01, Ushaka Marine World, 1 Bell St, Point, Durban, 4001, South Africa ***** Please arrive 20 mins before at Fun Things Durban Shop before your activity 1. Go to Ushaka B parking lot 2. Walk into Ushaka Marine World 3. Walk to the Shop - Fun Things Durban 4. Show your booking at Get your ticket at Fun Things Durban 5. Enjoy your experience
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Infant seats available
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• You'll start at Fun Things Durban Shop G01, Ushaka Marine World, 1 Bell St, Point, Durban, 4001, South Africa ***** Please arrive 20 mins before at Fun Things Durban Shop before your activity 1. Go to Ushaka B parking lot 2. Walk into Ushaka Marine World 3. Walk to the Shop - Fun Things Durban 4. Show your booking at Get your ticket at Fun Things Durban 5. Enjoy your experience See address & details
• 1 Durban Stop: 30 minutes Cruise with us and have an amazing experience, enjoy the cruise on a luxury pontoon boat. Based on the Durban Point Waterfront Canals. The canals are protected with over 30 types of sea fish that can be spotted. Relax, enjoy and have fun as we give a guided tour of the waterfront canal. We point out the attractions, give an informative, with History, Famous people and what is new and fun in the area. The tour is +/- 30 mins and is for all ages. A great friends and family experience. The Selfie Ship takes 12 people. Read more
• You'll return to the starting point

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Boat Tour Cruises

Boat Cruise Canal Tour  – Enjoy some luxury and relax on the boat tour cruise through Durban Point Waterfront canals While you relax, have fun and enjoy the tour, learn about some cool history and spot some wonderful marine life.

Guided Tour in Durban Point Waterfront Canals on a pontoon boat 

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Directions – Where do I go?

1.Drive down Mahatma Ghandi road past Ushaka 2.Turn left onto Browns Road 3.Drive towards the beach over the canal 4.Turn left into Ushaka B parking lot 5,Exit the lot on foot at the Ushaka end 6. Walk back down Camperdown road, away from the sea towards the canal and the 2 big anchors 7. You will see to the left the Canal – this is where you need to be

Address: 35 Camper Downs Road Point Waterfront Durban

SEA ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS ISLAND – RATES

Looking for things to do in Durban, South Africa? For sunshine, sea life, experiences, interactions and splashing around, come through to spend a memorable day with us!

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CLOSED MONDAY'S AND TUESDAY'S DURING OFF PEAK SEASON

OCEAN WALKER

 SHARK DIVE

Close-up view of these endangered creatures

ADULTS / KIDS/ SENIORS :  R226

(12 Years +)

WED to SUN : 9:30 - 18:00

Limited To 3   People At A Time.

Bookings Are Made On A First-Come-First-Serve Basis On The Day Of Your Visit.

Walk on the ocean floor like real life divers.

ADULTS / KIDS/ SENIORS :  R207

• WED TO SUN : 11:00 - 12:00 / 14:00 - 16:00

Limited To 4  People At A Time.

Booking And Payments Are Made On A First-Come-First-Serve Basis On The Day Of Your Visit.

Feed our friends at the Open Ocean exhibit

ADULTS / KIDS/ SENIORS :  R56

(8 Years +)

• TUES/THURS/SAT/SUN :  11:00

Limited Space Available.

Booking And Payments Need T0 Be Confirmed Before 10:30 & Are Made On A First-Come-First-Serve Basis.

SNORKEL LAGOON - 30 MINS

SNORKEL LAGOON 

Take in the spectacle of coral & gleaming fish

ADULTS / KIDS/ SENIORS : R118

(5 Years +)

• wednesday to sunday :

  09:00 - 17:00

Limited to 30 people at a time. Booking and Payments are made on a first-come-first-serve basis on the day of your visit.

Prices are subject to change without prior notice

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Take in the spectacle of coral & gleaming fish.

  09:00 - 18:00

Notice Limited To 30 People At A Time. Booking And Payments Are Made On A First-Come-First-Serve Basis On The Day Of Your Visit.

Surround yourself with Spotted Eagle rays

ADULTS / KIDS/ SENIORS :  R155

Notice Limited space available

Booking and Payments need to be confirmed before 12:00 & are made on a first-come-first-serve basis.

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BEHIND THE SCENES

UP CLOSE WITH DOLPHINS

Get up close with our enchanting Dolphins.

Explore behind-the-scenes of uShaka

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• All prices above are per person.
•  Back of House Tour  is not available until further notice.
• Discounted Snorkel for 30 minutes at R70 is valid on Mondays & Tuesday during off-peak season only (Price is subject to change without notice).
• Bookings are made on a first come first serve basis on the day of your visit.
• Ray Feed - Booking And Payments Need To Be Confirmed Before 12:00pm & Are Made On A First-Come-First-Serve Basis.
• Fish Feed - Bookings and payments need to be confirmed before 10:30am and are made on a first come first serve basis.

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Ocean Safaris Ushaka

Ocean Safaris run every day from uShaka Marine World. The trip is fun and informative with incidental sightings of dolphins, whales, whale sharks and sea birds. We take a look at the shark nets and the old whaling station, with the option of snorkelling on reefs / wrecks along the way.

Buy your tickets at uShaka ticket office

There are 4 trips scheduled every day (weather permitting)

The trip is 45min to an hour

Shorts, sunblock, hats and a wind breaker are advisable, no shoes on board, bring a costume and towel if you plan to swim.

Other Boat Cruises

We hire boats for every occasion from 100 passengers on a black tie yacht party, to an 8 sleeper luxury yacht for your holiday to Mozambique. Fishing, diving, ocean safaris, corporate events, parties, holidays, etc.

OCEAN SAFARIS is a whole new look at the ocean realm. It combines all the popular marine sighting activities into an educational and interactive package - and all aboard a luxury boat for comfort and style. Options along the way include seeing and learning about the shark net system, fishing, snorkelling over the reefs and wrecks, watching live footage from our wet camera of wrecks and reefs, and with a bit of luck seeing some dolphin and whales (in season). You will not forget this unique and captivating experience.

The boats we use are designed to suit everyone. Riding the bow and getting splashed, tanning on the deck, diving / fishing off the back, snoozing in bed, sipping coffee in the lounge over live footage - these are all possible on this comfortable and luxurious boat adventure.

The tours are tailor made to suit your requirements and budget. Optional extra activities include dedicated fishing, scuba diving, spear fishing, etc.

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• Special Occasions
• Team Building
• Dive Travel
• Shark Tours
• Spear Fishing
• Cray Fishing
• Fishing Charters
• Paragliding
• Kite Surfing
• Snorkelling
• Underwater Videography
• Underwater Photography
• Film Crew Support
• Marine Research
• Kids Parties

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Luxury Canal Boat Cruise - Fun Things Durban Ushaka

• Certified guide
• Fun Things Durban, Shop G01, Ushaka Marine World, 1 Bell St, Point, Durban, 4001, South Africa ***** Please arrive 20 mins before at Fun Things Durban Shop before your activity 1. Go to Ushaka B parking lot 2. Walk into Ushaka Marine World 3. Walk to the Shop - Fun Things Durban 4. Show your booking at Get your ticket at Fun Things Durban 5. Enjoy your experience
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Infant seats available
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• You'll start at Fun Things Durban Shop G01, Ushaka Marine World, 1 Bell St, Point, Durban, 4001, South Africa ***** Please arrive 20 mins before at Fun Things Durban Shop before your activity 1. Go to Ushaka B parking lot 2. Walk into Ushaka Marine World 3. Walk to the Shop - Fun Things Durban 4. Show your booking at Get your ticket at Fun Things Durban 5. Enjoy your experience See address & details
• 1 Durban Stop: 30 minutes Cruise with us and have an amazing experience, enjoy the cruise on a luxury pontoon boat. Based on the Durban Point Waterfront Canals. The canals are protected with over 30 types of sea fish that can be spotted. Relax, enjoy and have fun as we give a guided tour of the waterfront canal. We point out the attractions, give an informative, with History, Famous people and what is new and fun in the area. The tour is +/- 30 mins and is for all ages. A great friends and family experience. The Selfie Ship takes 12 people. Read more
• You'll return to the starting point

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Top uShaka Marine World Prices 2024 | Tours & Activities

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Get to know Durban as you travel to see the sights of the city, and enjoy a day full of excitement at uShaka Marine World. This sounds amazing, right? But what are the uShaka Marine World prices, where can you get them from, and what can you expect from the tour?

There’s a lot to figure out before you visit this iconic Durban destination. But never fear. We’ve done all the research, so you have all the answers in one place.

Whether you’re looking to enjoy a Durban boat cruise through uShaka’s canals or want to admire the dolphin show, you’ll find all the details here. Perhaps diving into the wonderful world of the aquarium is more your cup of tea. No matter the case, these tours and activities are sure to tick all the boxes.

Highlights:

• Tour of prominent Durban sights
• Guided tour of uShaka Marine World
• Fascinating viewing of the aquarium
• Dolphin, seal, and penguin show

Know before you book:

• You can upgrade your ticket to include snorkeling at uShaka Beach
• Certified divers may dive in the open ocean lagoon
• Diving courses are on offer at the aquarium
• You may purchase tickets to dive in the shark tank, feed rays, or participate in a dolphin/seal encounter

Get ready to take in the sights of Durban as you explore the city streets and the fantastic uShaka Marine World theme park. If you’re looking to have the best 24 hours in Durban, picking one of the uShaka Marine World activities is the answer.

Enjoy the bustle of Durban’s inner-city and be taken on an unforgettable tour of uShaka Marine World! See everything from the largest aquarium in Africa and all of its exhibits to the riveting dolphin or seal show.

Grab one of these amazing uShaka marine tickets, and have the time of your life! There is no better way to enjoy everything that the Indian Ocean has to offer. Meet intelligent marine life, watch as they showcase their abilities, and learn more about their habitat.

Simply put, it’s easy to see why a visit to uShaka is one of the best things to do in Durban .

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uShaka Marine World Entrance Fee & Tour Prices 2024

How much does it cost to enter uShaka Marine World? The marine world prices vary between R100 to R790 (5 USD to 43 USD) depending on the package you choose. The cheapest uShaka Marine entrance fee is just for a visit to the dangerous creatures exhibit.

The uShaka Marine World combo ticket price is R790 (43 USD), which includes all the activities in the park. This includes Sea World, Wet n Wild, uShaka Shipwreck Aquarium, Dangerous Creatures, and the Chimp and Zee activities.

As for preordered tours that include the uShaka entrance fee, these range from R140 (7.50 USD) and go to as much as R2,000 (110 USD).

Note: Tours do not include uShaka Marine World shark cage diving prices.

Compare uShaka Marine World ticket prices below:

uShaka Show Times & Open Times

uShaka Marine World is a hub for tourists and locals alike, and it is open every day of the week for you to grab your uShaka tickets! Luckily, this means that no matter which day you choose to go on your tour, you are able to enjoy the fun.

The dolphin show times at uShaka are between 11:30 am and 3 pm.  The uShaka Marine World hours start in the mid-morning and then close in the late afternoon, allowing for plenty of time spent indulging in the wonders of the sea.

Monday – Sunday: 9 am – 5 pm

Best Time to Get Your uShaka Marine World Tickets

To make the most of your time at uShaka Marine World, it’s ideal to go on sunny days and enjoy a long weekend.

The best time to go would be in South Africa’s summer season, which spans between mid-October to mid-February. This is when the days are warm, the ocean water is at a great temperature, and you can enjoy fun in the sun!

About the uShaka Marine World Aquarium

Being the largest aquarium in Africa, the uShaka Sea World is an absolute must-visit. There’s loads to see during your time here, with some of the best exhibits including the following marine life:

• Sharks (hammerhead, ragged-tooth, spinner, and local catsharks)
• An abundance of stunning reef fish (ala Finding Nemo)

There is a total of 32 unique tanks in Sea World, which is designed around 5 model shipwrecks and creates an unbeatable atmosphere.

Your guide will take you through the labyrinth of outdoor and indoor saltwater exhibits as you take in information about the fascinating creatures. After getting acquainted with the fish, head over to the spectacular seal and penguin shows, as well as the show-stopping dolphin performance in Africa’s largest dolphinarium.

You can also visit the Dangerous Creatures exhibit, which houses fascinating reptiles, amphibians, and arachnids.

uShaka Marine World has a prime spot along the Golden Mile and is just next to Durban Harbour. It also has some aptly themed restaurants to enjoy, including the Cargo Hold and Upper Deck. For anyone still experiencing shopping fever, the uShaka Village Walk has no shortage of options (you should definitely try the fudge).

To experience uShaka Marine World Durban’s Wet ‘n Wild side, head back to uShaka for a day spent hitting the slides (which are beyond fun). The waterpark opens at 10 am on a weekday and at 9 am on weekends. The rides range from the sedate Squid mini supertube to the exhilarating Rush and everything in between.

The Best uShaka Marine World Tickets and Prices Reviewed

Now that you know of all the wonderful activities to enjoy at the park, it’s to dive into our top rated tickets and tours. We’ve carefully picked the best options, with each offering something new and unique.

Ushaka Marine World Gondola Ride

For anyone visiting Durban, uShaka Marine World should be top your list. The life-sized playground provides a vast array of activities for people of all ages. With this tour, you will also be taken on a thrilling gondola ride through the uShaka canals.

You can even make this a Durban sunset cruise if you pick your tour time in the late afternoon. Throughout the gondola ride, your tour guide will captivate you with the culture and historical lineage of this amazing South African city.

• Professional narration by tour guide
• uShaka Marine World entry fee
• Food and drinks (unless upgraded)
• Hotel pickup and dropoff

If you want to upgrade your basic gondola ride, you can easily do so with Zulumoon Gondolas . They offer a range of add-ons for each tour, from romantic packages with live music and drinks to party rides for celebrations.

Durban City Sightseeing Tour With uShaka Marine World Visit

Learning about the majestic wonders of the ocean has never been so extraordinary! Enjoy a tour of Durban City’s world-class aquarium and waterpark with this all-encompassing tour.

Encounter some of the marvelous aquatic creatures of the Indian Ocean, and after your tour is complete, you can laze on the beach or continue the fun in the uShaka Marine World water park.

The tour also includes a day filled to the brim with sightseeing as you explore the city and all its top attractions. See it all, including the Durban Botanical Garden, the Kwa-Muhle Apartheid Museum, and the Moses Mabhida Stadium .

• Transportation
• All entrance fees
• Professional tour guide
• Sky Car Moses Mabhida Stadium entrance ticket
• Meals and drinks

uShaka Marine World isn’t the only attraction you’ll visit during your tour. You’ll also drive along the famed Victoria Street, visit the Durban Harbour and City Hall, and pop past the Umgeni Hindu Temple.

Private Durban Shore Excursion With uShaka Visit

If you want to enjoy everything Durban’s Golden Mile has to offer, this epic tour should be at the top of your list.

Enjoy everything that one of the uShaka Marine World tickets gives you access to! Go on a tour of the breathtaking exhibits and shows, such as the dolphin, penguin, and seal show. There are over 30 indoor and outdoor activities for you to enjoy on this tour, everything from the uShaka zip line to the Wet ‘n’ Wild.

You’ll also visit the state-of-the-art boardwalk along Durban’s coast and visit some of the top landmarks in the city. These include the botanical garden, Mabhida Stadium, and much more.

• Return transfers from Durban Port
• A qualified tour guide
• Entry/Admission – uShaka Marine World
• Food and drinks (optional add-on)

This tour also includes a boat trip, which travels along the Durban coast. This offers the perfect opportunity to admire the city’s skyline and take in the joys of the Indian Ocean.

FAQs About uShaka Marine Prices and Activities

Before you head off on your uShaka adventure, it’s essential you know these quick answers to some of the most asked questions.

Can You Get Your uShaka Marine World Tickets Online?

Unfortunately, no. All of the activities at uShaka Marine World can only be purchased at the uShaka ticketing office. That said, we found that many of the tours available will get your tickets before the tour starts, so you don’t need to worry about waiting in long queues.

Can You Bring Your Own Food to uShaka Marine World?

No, the only food you can have at uShaka Marine World has to be purchased within the park. There are loads of options, though, so you won’t struggle to find a meal and drink that tickles your fancy.

How Much Are Lockers at uShaka?

You can hire a locker to keep all your valuables at Wet n Wild. Small lockers cost R30 (1.60 USD), while large lockers are R50 (2.70 USD).

• See Durban attractions
• Get a guided tour of uShaka Marine World
• uShaka Marine World Entry Fee is covered
• It can get really busy, meaning long waits for rides and big crowds
• Shark cage diving prices are not included
• Zipline prices not included

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Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia’s capital

There’s hardly a better way to absorb Moscow’s atmosphere than on a ship sailing up and down the Moskva River. While complicated ticketing, loud music and chilling winds might dampen the anticipated fun, this checklist will help you to enjoy the scenic views and not fall into common tourist traps.

How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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