Dubai & Seychelles Cruise Tour

You have another full day to explore this glitzy city. Go to Palm Islands for fantastic waterparks and aquariums, or the famous Dubai mall for some of the best shopping in the world.

A private transfer takes you back to Dubai International Airport, from where you’ll catch a direct flight down to the stunning Seychelles Arrive on Mahé Island, met by a private transfer to your hotel on Eden Island, a short drive away. Take the rest of the day to relax and acclimatize.

A private driver-guide will pick you up today and take you on a tour of the nearby colonial capital of Victoria. Explore the little capital on foot to see sights like a mini Big Ben before your driver takes you to see the beautiful Botanical Gardens and La Misere View Point.

You have the day to explore the island at your leisure. Take this day to rest up at your fine hotel, or ask our experts for their suggestions on further activities and excursions.

Afternoon arrival at Mahe Inter Island Quay for embarkation. You can board the ship at your convenience from 3.00pm to 4.00pm. Relax in your luxury cabin before joining the Welcome cocktail party and dinner at 7.00pm. You will be introduced to the captain and crew, and will have a chance to socialise with your fellow passengers. After the safety drill, we depart Port Victoria and sail to St Anne Island for a leisurely swim stop and a scenic photo opportunity. We drop anchor near St Anne Island for an overnight stay.

Our first destination is the uninhabited island of Curieuse, on the north west coast of the island of Praslin. The bio-reserve island is managed by the Marine Parks Authority of the Seychelles, and is home to a population of giant tortoises. Curieuse Island was once a leper colony, and is one of the very few places where Coco de Mer nuts are naturally grown and harvested. Our guided tour takes you to the park and mangrove forests. After a beach BBQ lunch you have a free afternoon to swim or relax

We leave Curieuse, and sail towards Cousin Island. If you’re a twitcher you may want to join the optional excursion to the Bird Sanctuary. Over a quarter of a million birds breed on Cousin Island. The beautiful island also has several nesting beaches for turtles. In the afternoon we continue to the white sand Anse Lazio beach, situated on the north west coast of Praslin Island. You will have plenty of time for fun in the water. You can try out some water sports, diving or snorkelling if you’re feeling active.

We depart from Anse Lazio for Aride. Join the optional guided excursion to the top of the island for spectacular views from the island’s best vantage point. The conservation island of Aride is a nature reserve that boasts the finest selection of seabirds in the Indian Ocean, and Wright’s Gardenia. In the afternoon we continue to St Pierre Island for lunch. You have a free afternoon for recreational activities in the crystal clear waters. As we depart St Pierre you can enjoy stunning sunset views of Baie St Anne, Praslin on our approach.

We wave goodbye to Baie St. Anne, Praslin en route for Felicite. Join the optional excursion to the Vallee de Mai Reserve and explore the lush greenery, beautiful fauna, and the palm trees that produce Coco de Mer. You may even catch a glimpse of the black parrots that can only be found here. On arrival in Felicite, in the afternoon, you can go swimming or snorkelling, or join the optional diving excursion to explore the treasures of the deep. In the evening we continue sailing to La Digue. Overnight in the port.

The island of La Digue is well known for its glorious white sandy beaches and friendly community spirit. Join the half-day excursion to the Veuve Nature Reserve, the Union Plantation and Anse Source d’ Argent beach. On the guided tour you will learn all about the island’s history and visit the traditional coconut oil mill and colonial plantation house. Relax on the beach and admire the breathtaking beauty of the rock formations and white sands. There is time to souvenir shop in La Passe, before afternoon departure for Moyenne Island.

Enjoy a guided tour of the tiny island of Moyenne and its flora and fauna reserve, and a swim in the morning before the beach BBQ. Make sure that you take full advantage of the last opportunity for swimming and snorkelling before we depart Mahe’s Victoria Port in the afternoon. We arrive at Inter island Quay, Mahe in the late afternoon. Celebrate your final evening in style at the Captain’s Farewell Dinner. You can enjoy the live music entertainment and dance the night away under the stars. Overnight in Mahe

After breakfast it’s time to disembark at 9:00am to 10.00am. Bid farewell to your new friends and the crew, as you continue on your journey home.