Island Tryst – Portuguese Island
About this cruise
Book 3 days off from December 11, 2026 and this cruise from Durban will do the rest, taking you to Portuguese Island and back. In between port days, the 1 sea days are where cruise life actually happens: reading, eating, napping, repeat. Spice markets, baobab-lined coastline, and sunsets that turn the whole sky orange. Portuguese Island stands out. It's A pristine sandbar in the Mozambique Channel. MSC Armonia keeps you well fed. 5 places to eat, with 5 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Works well as a long weekend away, or a quick reset between bigger trips. If you can, add a night in Durban before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And a December cruise to warmer water? Hard to argue with that when it's cold at home. All in all, it's a solid trip.