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Durban, it's your turn to make waves. After two sold-out editions in Cape Town, Mi Casa's Friendship Cruise is setting sail from Durban for the first time, and bookings are officially open.
Taking place from 5 to 8 February 2027, the three-night music cruise will depart from Durban aboard the MSC Armonia, heading for Mozambique's Portuguese Island.
Part music festival, part ocean escape, Friendship Cruise brings together some of South Africa's favourite musicians, DJs and comedians for a weekend of live performances, themed parties and entertainment at sea.
And with Durban now taking over as the departure city, the Mother City is handing the party over to the East Coast.
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What to expect on Friendship Cruise 2027
Presented by award-winning South African group Mi Casa, Friendship Cruise is built around good music and a packed programme of onboard entertainment.
You can look forward to live performances across multiple stages, DJ sets, comedy, themed parties and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the ship's restaurants, entertainment facilities and ocean views.
The itinerary also includes a visit to Portuguese Island located at the mouth of Maputo Bay in southern Mozambique, where passengers can enjoy some beach time before returning to Durban.
The full 2027 entertainment line-up is still to be announced, with Mi Casa confirmed as hosts.
A taste of the Friendship Cruise experience
Wondering what a floating music festival looks like?
The 2026 edition aboard MSC Opera welcomed thousands of guests for three nights of entertainment, with a line-up featuring Mi Casa, DJ Fresh, DJ Ready D, Rowlene and Tyrone Paulsen.
Comedians Mpho Popps, Yaaseen Barnes and Kagiso Mokgadi also joined the party, while sunset deck sessions, themed celebrations and late-night performances kept the atmosphere going well beyond the main stage.
Here's a look at what went down last time.
How to book Friendship Cruise 2027
Bookings for Friendship Cruise 2027 are now open, with a selection of cabin categories available aboard MSC Armonia.
Cruise packages include accommodation, standard onboard meals and access to included ship entertainment.
Additional charges apply to selected experiences and extras, including the Friendship entertainment programme, drinks and speciality dining, depending on the package.
Prices vary according to cabin selection and availability.
Travellers will also need a valid passport, as the itinerary includes Mozambique.
Ready to get onboard? Visit the official Friendship Cruise website to explore packages and secure your cabin.
Friendship Cruise 2027: Everything you need to know
- When: Friday 5 – Monday 8 February 2027
- Where: Departing from Durban's KwaZulu-Natal Cruise Terminal
- Ship: MSC Armonia
- Destination: Portuguese Island, Mozambique
- Duration: Three nights
- Entertainment: Mi Casa and guest artists, DJs and comedians; full line-up to be announced
- Bookings: Open now at friendshipcruise.co.za
With a weekend of music, ocean views and a Mozambique island stop on the itinerary, Friendship Cruise is the perfect experience to kick-start an epic 2027.
The only question is: who's coming with you?
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