Cruise Season Opens in Cape Town with 1,397 Japanese Passengers
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Updated Sep 22
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What happened
The 2026/27 cruise season began with the arrival of the Pacific World at the Cape Town Cruise Terminal on September 22, 2026. The vessel carried 1,397 passengers, most of whom were from Japan. The Pacific World operates as part of the Peace Boat fleet, a Japan-based non-governmental organisation.
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Why it matters
Cruise tourism supports local businesses, including accommodation providers, restaurants, and tour operators. The previous 2024/25 season contributed R1.79bn to the Western Cape's GDP.
The city of Cape Town relies on the Cape Town International Airport for its international connections.
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Who's involved
- Cape TownThe primary destination for the cruise arrivals.
- Western CapeThe province that receives economic activity from the tourism sector.