Seychelles Island Explorer

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Cruise from one paradise island to the next in search of the Seychelles' fascinating flora and fauna The Seychelles are the epitome of paradise, with powder-soft sands and sapphire-blue seas. Yet the islands, and waters that surround them, are home to fascinating wildlife, much of it unique. As part of a small group discover more with visits to protected ha...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Ste. Anne Island
    • Discover Anse Lazio
    • Experience the wild nature by visiting Cousin Island
    • Explore Vallee de Mai and La Digue

What's this trip about?

    Cruise from one paradise island to the next in search of the Seychelles' fascinating flora and fauna The Seychelles are the epitome of paradise, with powder-soft sands and sapphire-blue seas. Yet the islands, and waters that surround them, are home to fascinating wildlife, much of it unique. As part of a small group discover more with visits to protected habitats and opportunities to swim or snorkel from some of the most beautiful beaches in the world…

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityDubai
End CityDubai

Travel Themes

  • Birding
  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • Africa
  • Seychelles
  • Asia
  • United Arab Emirates

Attractions

  • Dubai

Activities

  • Bird watching
  • Culture
  • Cycling
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Snorkeling
  • Swimming

Trip includes

    • VIP door-to-door travel service
    • Free bar open 10 hours a day aboard M/Y Pegasus
    • Unlimited tea, coffee and mineral water aboard M/Y Pegasus
    • Optional travel insurance and additional cancellation rights, or a reduction if not required
    • Return flights and transfers
    • Local expert guide
    • Sundowner drink at a memorable location
    • Porterage at your hotel and aboard your ship
    • Tourist visa for full British Citizens resident in the UK

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: UK-Dubai-Seychelles

After taking Saga's included UK door-to-door travel service, depart for your overnight flight to the Seychelles via Dubai.

Day 2: Mahé

Meals: Dinner

Arrive on the island of Mahé and transfer to the Crown Beach Hotel (4Q), which enjoys an unspoilt location beside beautiful Pointe Au Sel beach. Stay the next two nights.

Day 3: Mahé

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Spend the day relaxing on the secluded beach, swimming in the outdoor pool, or trying some of the hotel's water activities. Alternatively, you may like to join an optional excursion… B, D

Day 4 Mahe to St Anne Island

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Day 5: St Anne Island to Curieuse

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Early this morning, cruise to the island of Curieuse. Once a leper colony, this small island is now a strictly protected part of the Marine Park, and home to a wild population of approximately 250 Giant Tortoises. Explore the ...

Day 6: Curieuse to Cousin Island to Anse Lazio, Praslin

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

You'll sail to Cousin Island, where an included excursion explores the bird sanctuary. This afternoon, head to Anse Lazio on the island of Praslin where M/Y Pegasus will drop anchor for the night. This is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world – perfect for relaxing before the sun sets.

Day 7: Anse Lazio, Praslin to Aride to St Pierre to Baie St Anne, Praslin

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

This morning you'll cruise to Aride – a dedicated nature reserve which has one of the most important sea bird populations in the Indian Ocean. Home to 18 native bird species – five of which can only be found on the Seychelles ...

Day 8: Baie St Anne, Praslin to Felicite to La Digue

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Spend the morning at leisure. Perhaps join an optional excursion to the Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve – home to an abundance of Coco de Mer trees. If you are very lucky, you may spot one of the rarest birds in the world too, th...

Day 9: La Digue to Moyenne Island

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Morning at leisure. Perhaps discover La Digue's traditional community, with ox carts and bicycles used as the main mode of transport. Alternatively you might like to join an optional excursion travelling by ox-cart to L'Union ...

Day 10: Moyenne Island to Mahé

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today there will be a short guided tour around the island, and some free time for swimming. Enjoy a barbecue lunch on the beach before you board M/Y Pegasus for the final time, and sail back to Mahé's Victoria port. This evening there's live music on board during the Captain's farewell dinner.

Day 11: Mahé-Dubai-UK

Meals: Breakfast

Disembark your ship and travel to the airport for your return flight via Dubai. Arrive in the UK for your included UK door-to-door travel service home.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,305
Price per day$300
Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Swimming and snorkelling from your motor yacht
    • Nature walk on Curieuse
    • Discover the beautiful beach of Anse Lazio on Praslin
    • Explore the uninhabited island of Felicite
    • Sightseeing in Victoria
    • A short guided tour around Moyenne Island
Ship & cabin information
M/Y Pegasus
Carrying a maximum of 44 passengers, this comfortable 45-metre motor yacht is the perfect vessel for island-hopping in the Seychelles. You can enjoy the leisurely atmosphere on board as you relax in the elegant lounge on the Upper Deck, and admire the sea views as you savour tasty cuisine either in the dining room or alfresco on deck. The 21 air-conditioned cabins on board each have a television, hairdryer, safety deposit box and an en suite bathroom with a shower. You'll often travel by Zodiac or tender from the ship to the shore for 'beach' landings.
Length: 45 metres Breadth: 11 metres Draught:3 metres Maiden voyage: 1992 Passenger capacity: 44 Officers and crew: 16-18 Passenger decks: 4
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Meals Included

24 Meals: 9 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches and 9 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information

Extensions

3 Nights Arabian Courtyard Hotel And Spa

3 nights bed and breakfast

After your cruise, spend three nights at the 173-room Arabian Courtyard Hotel and Spa (4Q) located in the Mena Bazaar district in the historic part of Bur Dubai. It's opposite Dubai Museum and two blocks from the Bastakya Quarter. The Creek with its heritage village and boat service to the Gold Souk is within easy walking distance, and the Big Bus Company’s open-top sightseeing buses stop just outside the hotel. The property is about six kilometres from Dubai airport. The hotel has a choice of restaurants, pub, small outdoor swimming pool, gym and jacuzzi. For an additional charge, guests can enjoy a range of health and beauty treatments from the Wellness Spa.

Alternatively, upgrade to the contemporary JA Ocean View Hotel (4Q+), set on The Walk overlooking the sea, for an extra supplement.

 

3 Nights Crown Beach Hotel

Half board

After your cruise, return to the Crown Beach Hotel (4Q) and spend more time relaxing on the splendid coast of Pointe Au Sel.

£3118

 

 

Please note

In 2018 this cruise will be on a full-board basis, drinks will be included with lunch and dinner, and tea and coffee will be available throughout the day.

 

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