Azamara Cruises Unveils 2028/29 Deployment

Azamara Cruises will visit 81 countries between Oct. 29, 2028, and May 19, 2029, offering more than 94 overnight stays and more than 200 late-night departures. Headlining the season is the return of Azamara Onward to Africa and the Indian Ocean following a multi-year absence, with itineraries spanning South Africa, East Africa, and West Africa.

“These newly announced cruises reflect what makes Azamara so special, allowing guests to go beyond the expected and experience destinations in a more meaningful way,” said Mike Pawlus, head of itinerary planning at Azamara. “We’re especially excited to offer guests more opportunities to explore Africa and the Indian Ocean, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan, with itineraries featuring destinations such as Western Australia and the Kimberley Coast. From rare port calls to extended stays that allow travelers to connect with local culture, these itineraries are designed to make every destination an integral part of the journey.”

Azamara Onward will sail to Africa, visiting 27 countries throughout the season. A standout highlight is Jamestown, Saint Helena, a remote island in the South Atlantic with a rich history, including its association with Napoleon Bonaparte’s exile. Guests can also discover the Indian Ocean’s Vanilla Islands, including the Seychelles, Mauritius, Réunion, and Madagascar.

Other highlights of the deployment include Azamara Journey’s presence in the Mediterranean during the off-season. Visiting 16 countries and 65 ports of call, the ship will offer opportunities to experience destinations with fewer seasonal crowds. Select itineraries also feature three consecutive days in Alexandria, Egypt. Other signature moments include an overnight stay in Marseille over Christmas Eve and an overnight in Çanakkale, Turkey. 

Azamara Pursuit will offer an extensive Asia-Pacific season, combining Australia and New Zealand with immersive exploration of Japan. Highlights include a journey along Western Australia’s remote Kimberley Coast, with an overnight in Broome, and a sailing from Sydney to Singapore featuring several Great Barrier Reef gateway destinations. From late March through May 2029, five consecutive Japan Intensive sailings offer further opportunities to explore the country’s varied regions during the spring season.

Before transitioning to the 2029 World Cruise, Azamara Quest will offer a collection of Mediterranean, Transatlantic, and Caribbean sailings from Oct. 29, 2028, through Jan. 1, 2029.