Landscapes of the Canary Islands with Fred. Olsen and Go Stargazing
Tuesday 2nd December 2025 to Tuesday 16th December 2025
Departing from Port of Southampton
White Star Way, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3GG
Embark on an exploration of the diverse natural landscapes of the Canary Islands aboard Balmoral. Experience the awe-inspiring grandeur of the mighty Mount Teide, the otherworldly scenery of Timanfaya National Park, the lush laurisilva forests, and the magnificent rock formations of Mirador de Los Roques.
Immerse yourself in the Canarian lifestyle by savouring the local dish of papas arrugadas (wrinkly potatoes) with mojo sauce, discovering the unique whistling language of Silbo Gomero in La Gomera, indulging in traditional folk dance and music, and soaking up the vibrant beach culture.
Don’t miss the opportunity to witness the majesty of whales and dolphins in their natural habitat as you embark on whale and dolphin-watching excursions in Tenerife and La Gomera. Throughout your journey, delve into the historic links between the Olsen family and the Canary Islands, adding another layer of intrigue to your adventure.
In addition, join astronomers from Go Stargazing for a series of guided stargazing sessions and presentations while at sea, making the most of the light-pollution-free skies.
Cruise organiser
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is organising this cruise
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Cruise booking
For full details on how to attend this cruise, including how to book, please see the cruise's official website.
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The below chart shows if and when the skies will be at their darkest during this cruise. Moonlight is shown in light yellow and the Sun's twilight in light blue. Midnight on the date shown is shown as a white line with sunset to the left and sunrise the next morning to the right. A black background with stars shows the best times for stargazing.