Day 1 — Victoria, Seychelles

Arrive in the Seychellois capital of Victoria, located on the coast of Mahé, the archipelago’s largest island. Embark the ship in the afternoon and set sail for the uninhabited islands of northern Seychelles. (D)

Day 2 — La Digue

Many islands of Seychelles are considered granitic, characterized by clusters of smooth granite boulders. Of these, the most iconic is La Digue, where rounded, pink-hued rocks rise out of the jungle and the white sands, towering over the idyllic landscape. Spend a full day exploring this gem of an island, from its rustic interior, where locals get around by oxcart or bicycle, to its world-renowned beach, l’Anse Source d’Argent. (B,L,D)

Day 3 —Aride Island/Curieuse Island

Your next port of call is Aride Island, a nature reserve of dramatic cliffs and gorgeous beaches that is a refuge of many seabird species, including terns, noddies, and Seychelles magpie-robins. Explore the wild coastline, keeping an eye out for sea turtles, tortoises, and unique reptiles. 

After lunch on board, go ashore on Curieuse, just off the coast of the more well-known island of Praslin. Previously a leper colony, Curieuse now harbors incredible biodiversity, from its jungles where the World Heritage-listed coco-de-mer palm grows to the beaches where giant Aldabra tortoises roam free. Encounter the island’s unique flora and fauna on an afternoon excursion into the mangroves or enjoy a chance to snorkel or scuba dive (additional cost, prior certification required) the coral reefs off the coast. (B,L,D)

Day 4 — Rémire Island

Leave the granitic islands of the Mahé group behind and sail west towards the archipelago’s far-flung atolls and coral islands. Anchor at remote Rémire and enjoy time to discover its lush vegetation and seabirds and snorkel amid rich marine life. (B,L,D)

Day 5 — Saint François Atoll/At Sea

A wisp of an islet surrounded by turquoise seas, Saint François Atoll offers vast sand flats and pristine reefs. Make a morning stop here to relax on the beach, observe birds and sea turtles, or go snorkeling; then sail on toward the southernmost atoll in Seychelles. (B,L,D)

Day 6 — Farquhar Atoll

Spend a final day in Seychelles discovering the dunes and wildlife of Farquhar Atoll. Learn about the green and hawksbill sea turtles that nest here, and observe coconut crabs and colonies of breeding seabirds, including sooty and black-naped terns. You’ll have the opportunity to take a nature walk or to snorkel or dive (additional cost) the lagoon and fringing reefs. (B,L,D)

Days 7–8 — Antsiranana (Diego Suarez), Madagascar

Arrive in the city of Antsiranana, also known as Diego Suarez, set at the northern tip of Madagascar. The ship will anchor here overnight, allowing for two full days to explore the magnificent Emerald Sea and its karst islands. Having broken off from the African mainland some 150 million years ago, Madagascar’s flora and fauna evolved in isolation and the vast majority of its species are endemic to the island.  Enjoy time to explore the cliff-edged beaches that line the beautiful Emerald Bay. (B,L,D)

Day 9 — Nosy Hara

Awaken in Nosy Hara, a protected island off Madagascar’s northwestern coast. During a leisurely day here, go on walks to discover the island’s impressive biodiversity and its tsingy—craggy limestone columns that jut out along the coast. The coral reefs off shore attract hundreds of marine species, including five species of sea turtle, and you’ll have the opportunity to snorkel or dive (additional cost) them. (B,L,D)

Day 10 — Nosy Komba/Nosy Tanikely/Nosy Be

Spend the day discovering the gem-like islands of the Mozambique Channel, along Madagascar’s west coast. Stop first in Nosy Komba, a mountainous volcanic island covered in pristine tropical rainforests and known for its thriving black lemur population. Get a taste of local life in the island’s small villages, and venture into the forest to observe the amusing antics of the resident lemurs.  Continue to Nosy Tanikely, a tiny islet surrounded by rich marine habitats—all of which have been designated a national park. Enjoy a chance to swim and snorkel here, or go on a naturalist-led hike, viewing sea turtles and lemurs, to a hilltop lighthouse to take in sweeping views of the archipelago. Drop anchor in beautiful Nosy Be, and celebrate your Indian Ocean odyssey at dinner this evening. (B,L,D)

Day 11 — Nosy Be / Port Louis, Mauritius

After breakfast, disembark and transfer to the airport for an included charter flight to Port Louis, Mauritius to begin your return journey. (B)