2024 WORLD CRUISE
2024 WORLD CRUISE – BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS
SILVERSEA Silver Whisperer – January 15 – May 26.
132 Nights. 66 Ports, 15 Countries.
Saturday, February 26, 2022, Photo of the Day – Mossel Bay, South Africa
SATURDAY, 26 FEBRUARY 2022 MOSSEL BAY, SOUTH AFRICA
Arrival: 8:00 AM Last Tender | All Aboard: 4:30 PM Departure: 5:00 PM
TODAY’S WEATHER Partly Cloudy High: 75°F 24°C Low: 65°F 18°C
DRESS CODE: INFORMAL
For Ladies: DRESSES OR PANTSUITS
For Gentlemen: JACKETS (TIE OPTIONAL)
No shorts or flip-flop-type footwear after 6:00 PM in indoor venues.
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Today’s Schedule
8:00 Silver Whisper is scheduled to anchor in Mossel Bay, South Africa
SCENIC MOUNTAIN PASSES EXCURSION
5:00 Silver Whisper sails for Port Elizabeth, South Africa
6:30 Enrichment Lecture with South African Political Analyst Daniel Silke
Today’s Topic: The Turbulent Transition to Democracy in South Africa
6:30 The Whisper Trio entertains you while you enjoy a pre dinner cocktail
6:30 Cocktail Pianist Alex and Piano Vocalist Remon captivate you with their beautiful music
8:30 Boutique Special: Swiss Watch Sale
Up to 50% Off includes TAG Heuer, Raymond Weil and more
9:45 Showtime! Silversea proudly presents Syrinx, Flute Duo Show
Syrinx take you on a romantic journey, reminiscing with some of the best melodies from both stage and screen.
MOSSEL BAY IS A CHARMING VILLAGE ON THE GARDEN ROUTE IN SOUTH AFRICA
Halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth lies the sunny, shallow waters of Mossel Bay.
As you sink your toes into the pristine sands of Santos beach and watch the warm waters of the Indian Ocean lap the shore, the only decision to make is just how active you want to be.
For the adventurous the list is longer than your adrenalin supply, from shark cage diving, wreck diving surfing and snorkeling, bungee jumping to skydiving. Around the Point, the rocky tip of the peninsular, there are some top surfing spots.
To unwind and relax explore the golden sandy coast that’s stretches for over 60kms, refresh yourself with a swim in the clear blue ocean or at low tide try the wide natural rock pool, complete with a diving board on the Point. Stretch your legs on the St Blaize trail on a visit the old lighthouse which gives stupendous views of the bay.
Mossel Bay has a fascinating history, learn about the emergence of the earliest humans, which happened here some 164,000 years ago at the Point of Human Origins archeological site. The Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex centers on modern history, the exploits of Portuguese explorer Bartolmeu Dias, who landed in and named the bay in 1488 while looking for India. Seeing an exact replica of the tiny boat that Dias sailed in makes you realise what an adrenalin junkie he must have been. Outside the museum, find the Post Office Tree, South Africa’s very first post office that’s functioned one way or another since 1500, where you can still send a postcard or two.
SIGHTS
• Dias Museum complex
• Shell Museum and Aquarium
• Santos beach
• Cape St Blaize Lighthouse
• Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
• Oudthsoorn
BOTLIERSKOP PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
Botlierskop is a well-stocked, free roaming private game reserve, which provides visitors with the opportunity to view
African wildlife in its natural habitat, from the safety and comfort of 4×4 open vehicles.
There are currently 26 animal species and more than 1,800 animals in total on the 3,000 ha reserve.
Our Morning Excursion
We began our morning excursion at 8:00 AM to the Scenic Mountain Passes by driving from Mossel Bay to the town of Oudtshoorn via the stunning Robinson Pass with its desert-like arid climate and breath-taking scenery.
We reached Oudtshoorn the principal town of the Little Karoo. The Klein Karoo is an oasis-like setting in a fertile valley cupped by the Swartberg and Outeniqua mountain ranges and originated as a settlement along the Grobbelaars River which meanders southwards form the Swartberg, providing fertile soil and water for irrigation. Crops such as lucerne, fruit, grapes and grains grow here in abundance.
Oudthsoorn is the “Ostrich capital of the world”. Two ostrich-feather booms during 1865-1870 and 1900-1914 truly established the settlement. It has approximately 60,000 inhabitants and is the largest town in the Little Karoo region. Oudtshoorn is home to the world’s largest ostrich population.
The Queen’s Hotel is the third oldest hotel in South Africa. It was built in 1880. The hotel was visited 1947 by the British Royal Family (Princess Elizabeth & Prince Phillip) on their trip to the, then, Union of South Africa
We headed back to Mossel Bay down the scenic Outeniqua Pass which was constructed between 1943 and 1951 replacing the Montagu Pass as the main route from George into the interior. It was named after the Khoi tribe who formerly lived there.
As we make our way down the pass, the sun-scorched plains of the Little Karoo disappear and the Landscape gives way to the delightful shade and greenery of the lush Garden Route forests. Driving from George to Mossel bay we enjoyed the stunning panoramic views of the famous Garden Route. We returned to the pier in Mossel Bay.
MEET ENRICHMENT LECTURER PROF. ROBERT SCHRIRE
Robert Schrire is an emeritus professor at the University of Cape Town and the founding director of the Policy Institute.
He has taught in many parts of the world as a visiting professor including at Princeton, Johns Hopkins, Paris and Western Australia.
He has published widely on African ind economic affairs and has been a consultant to many governments including the US, South Africa and Madagascar.
As a public intellectual he has participated in the discussion of global affairs and his views have been published by the Economist, The New York Times , The Washington Post and other leading newspapers.
He was the original host of the television program Talking Politics and has appeared regularly on the BBC, CNN and ABC.
6:30 Enrichment Lecture with South African Political Analyst Daniel Silke
Today’s Topic: The Turbulent Transition to Democracy in South Africa
That evening we returned to our favorite fine dining choice, The Restaurant.
TAG HEUER THE BOUTIQUE
For more than 150 years, TAG Heuer has been undaunted in its pursuit of excellence and has continued pushing past the boundaries of ordinary watchmaking to set its own standards.
The brand is inspired by legends of sports and entertainment who challenge themselves to perform at their best.
Emulating that determination, TAG Heuer creates such models as the Formula 1, which combines the reliability of steel with the chic styling of ceramic and the luxury finish of diamonds.
SYRINX, FLUTE DUO TONIGHT’S SHOW AT 9:45PM
THE SHOW LOUNGE
Syrinx is made up of Helen Vidovich and Claire Overbury, international prize-winning flautists who understand each other’s musical language perfectly.
This sparkling duo exude musicality and passion in their performances, with sensitivity and panache alongside a huge sense of fun and excitement, to delight and entertain
audiences of all ages!
They have travelled the world captivating audiences with their stylish and energetic performances, with varied and enticing repertoire to thrill and inspire!
CHARLIE RULES FROM 10:00PM TO 11:00PM
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