Seychelles Island Hopping Cruise

An unforgettable seven nights of cruising in the Seychelles begins in Port Victoria in the country’s capital and largest city, located on the north-eastern side of Mahé island. Embarkation is from 3 to 4 p.m. You’ll have time to get settled into your cabin and enjoy a welcome cocktail followed by a safety drill before sailing to nearby St. Anne. Enjoy a refreshing stop for a swim in the crystal-clear blue waters, relax and then get ready for the welcome dinner this evening as you to get to know your fellow passengers. We’ll be anchored off the shores of St. Anne tonight.

Departing early this morning, your next destination is Curieuse, with a walking excursion led by a park guide included. This virtually uninhabited island is home to just a few families as part of a protected marine park, known for its wild population of around 250 giant tortoises as well as being a former leper colony, with ruins of the homes still visible today. It’s also home to the “Doctor’s House,” a colonial villa where the island’s doctor lived in the 1870s, along with scenic nature trails. A delicious barbecue will be hosted on the beach, with time to enjoy the sea and the sand.

You’ll sail for Cousin Island this morning, with a tour on the 27-hectare granitic island included. A protected bird reserve, created to save the last remaining population of Seychelles warblers, it’s also the Western Indian Ocean’s most important breeding site for hawksbill turtles. Some of the conservation activities include research, monitoring the biodiversity and the re-introduction of endangered species like the Seychelles Magpie Robin. After your excursion continue to Anse Lazio to enjoy one of the world’s most stunning beaches, with an alluring mix of golden sands, turquoise sea, and swaying palm trees with snorkelling and other water sports included.

You next destination is Aride, a nature reserve where you’ll discover what the archipelago was like 250 years ago before humans arrived. It’s home to one of the Indian Ocean’s most important seabird populations, with more breeding species here than any other in the Seychelles, including 18 native bird species. It plays a key role in the conservation of Seychelles wildlife, in the water and on land. Enjoy exploring before cruising on to St. Pierre Island, where we’ll after shortly after lunch to enjoy a swim stop. Sail at sunset, docking at Baie St. Anne on Praslin before joining us for a Creole-themed evening.

Relax on board or take an optional excursion to Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve. Enjoy the scenic coastal drive before exploring the lush greenery and Coco de Mer trees, known for producing the world’s largest seed. You might catch a glimpse of the black parrot, one of the rarest birds on Earth – listen for its high-pitched whistle. The next stop is breathtaking Cote d’Or Beach, where you can get refreshed with a drink and a swim. Back on board, continue to the uninhabited islands of Felicite or Grand Souer to swim, snorkel or join an optional dive excursion. We’ll overnight in La Digue.

Waking up in La Digue, you can opt for a half-day excursion of this charming community by disembarking in a Zodiac boat. You’ll travel by bus to the Veuve Nature Reserve, through Union Plantation and onto l’Anse Source d’Argent beach. Tour the copra kiln, a traditional coconut oil mill, and a colonial plantation house at L’Union Estate and then spend time on the fine sands, enjoy refreshments and the tropical scenery, including unique rock formations. In the main village of La Passe, shop for souvenirs before heading back on board. We’ll sail onto Moyenne Island this afternoon, overnight just offshore.

Enjoy a guided tour of Moyenne Island this morning and then come back to for one final opportunity to swim or snorkel before we return to Mahe. A tasty barbecue will be hosted on deck. Departing Moyenne, we cruise back to Victoria port, arriving at the Inter Island Quay where you’ll join us for the Captain’s farewell dinner with live music and dancing, while anchored for the night in Mahe. This is the perfect opportunity to not only have fun, but to exchange contact information and photos with your fellow passengers, some of whom may be new friends.

This morning, your cruise through the Seychelles comes to an end. You’ll be able to fuel up with one last breakfast with disembarkation taking place afterwards, between 9 and 10 a.m. If you want to extend your journey, take amazing of one of the Seychelles incredible resorts. Otherwise, you are free to depart any time, making your way to Mahe Airport to catch your flight and begin your journey home.