South Africa Cruise with AIDAprima

The AIDA fleet has been sailing the world's oceans since 1996 and has been very successful on the German cruise market with a casual and informal concept. There is no fixed table order and you are welcome to leave your formal attire at home. AIDA Cruises convinces with a variety of buffets, a good sports program and varied entertainment. The age structure on board is mixed and depends on the destination. Young couples and families in particular quickly find a connection here. AIDA Cruises is very popular with cruise newcomers, but many guests who have once traveled on an AIDA ship also return again and again enthusiastically. German is spoken almost exclusively on board.

• Ship Class: Hyperion Class
• Inaugural cruise: 2016
• Home port: Genoa
• Length: 300 m
• Tonnage: 125,572 GRT
• Speed: 21.5 knots
• Decks: 18
• Passengers: 3,300
• Crew: 900
• Language: German
• Currency: Euro
• Internet: Starlink from SpaceX; internet café and wi-fi available for an extra fee

The Hyperion class of the AIDA fleet has an even larger stateroom range with 14 different stateroom variations. The classical inside staterooms can accommodate up to four guests and are about 16 sqm in size. The oceanview staterooms vary between 22 and 23 sqm and can accommodate up to four guests. The veranda staterooms of the AIDAprima are again divided into three categories, which are between 21 and 34 sqm in size. The maximum occupancy of the staterooms varies. The panoramic staterooms, including the veranda, are up to 37 sqm in size and feature a Segafredo coffee machine. The suites on board are between 28 and 115 sqm in size and offer a variety of amenities.

Whether you are traveling alone or traveling with your family, you will feel right at home. The relaxed and informal atmosphere is the basis of the AIDA Cruises concept for the perfect holiday on the high seas. Guests of all ages feel comfortable on board. The ship invites to both, sports and recreation and relaxation. Special highlights of the Hyperion class are waiting to be discovered.

The culinary offering on board AIDAprima includes numerous restaurants with something for everyone. The variety is incredibly wide, so there is plenty to discover. There are not only excellent international and modern delicacies, but also traditional dishes.

The following restaurants are included in the price:

• Bella Donna Restaurant (buffet restaurant): Here you can expect a variety of dishes from the hot and cold buffet as well as delicacies from all regions of Italy.
• Market Restaurant (buffet restaurant): Discover the various "market stalls" and try specialities from all over Europe.
• Fuego Restaurant (buffet restaurant): A restaurant for the whole family awaits you - enjoy pizza, pasta and burgers.
• East Restaurant (buffet restaurant): Sample Asian dishes, from Thailand to Japan.
• Weite Welt Restaurant (buffet restaurant): Enjoy dishes from around the world, such as Thai curry or burritos.
• Brauhaus (drinks not included): Here you are served hearty dishes, e.g. spaetzle, pork knuckle or dumplings.
• French Kiss - The Brasserie (drinks not included): From savoury classics and delicious croissants to sweet desserts - here you can enjoy the delights of French cuisine.
• Ristorante Casa Nova (drinks not included): Look forward to Venetian specialities, e.g. beef carpaccio or minestrone.
• Scharfe Ecke (drinks not included): Try delicious currywurst with the original AIDA curry sauce in three levels of spiciness.
• Pier 3 Bar & Market (drinks not included): Enjoy a wide selection of snacks to go, e.g. bagels, wraps or muffins.
• Tapas & Bar (drinks not included): Sample hot and cold tapas as well as wine or sangria.

You pay a surcharge in the following restaurants:

• Buffalo Steak House: sample tasty grilled specialities, e.g. American beef.
• Rossini gourmet restaurant: Enjoy new creations from top chefs with fresh ingredients every day.
• Sushi Bar: Look forward to Japanese specialities such as miso soup and tuna carpaccio.
• Vegan restaurant: Savour fresh and predominantly plant-based dishes.

In the various lounges and bars (not included), you can enjoy a relaxing cappuccino in the Café Mare, savour delicious cocktails in the AIDA Bar or have an aperitif in the Vinothek. We also recommend the ice bar, where you can enjoy excellent ice creations, or the Spray Bar, an elegant champagne bar at the bow of the ship.

New highlights, such as the activity deck with the "Racer" water slide over four decks or a climbing garden await guests aboard this ship class. The exclusive spa with a total of five saunas, fireplace room, two sundecks, Jacuzzis and much more, attracts those seeking for relaxation. Also for sporty actives the AIDAprima offers sufficient possibilities. So you can work out in the large fitness area on modern cardio and weight equipments or participate in various workshops and courses. The AIDA Plaza, the shopping mall on board, offers on two decks a great variety of great shops, nails spa, restaurants and street performers. Here you can expect great shopping experiences. For friends of the theater the Theatrium, like the other ships in the AIDA fleet, offers great evening entertainment. The 360-degree stage and the latest equipment provide entertainment in a whole new dimension. The "Spray Bar by Moët & Chandon" champagne bar invites you for a sparkling refreshment in a luxurious ambience.

The Hyperion class of the AIDA fleet offers everything the heart of a cruise passenger desires. In addition to sports and action there is entertainment for every taste, numerous culinary highlights as well as rest and relaxation in the spacious spa area. The atmosphere is relaxed and informal.