Your cruise begins in Mombasa, where you’ll be transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht and embark on your discovery of the Indian Ocean and Seychelles.

Please book your flight to arrive into Mombasa prior to 01:00 PM.

Meals Included: Dinner

DAY 2 – ZANZIBAR, TANZANIA

Zanzibar is an archipelago off the coast of East Africa. Start the day visiting this incredible part of Tanzania and appreciate the surrounding islands. You do not want to miss ‘Stone Town’- the historical heart of Zanzibar and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The narrow streets lined with coral-hewn houses blend African, European and Indian influences are absolutely unique.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3 – MAFIA ISLAND, TANZANIA

Mafia has an incredibly diverse landscape, dotted with coconut and cashew nut plantations, palm trees, tidal mangroves and plump baobab trees standing in vast African savannah grasslands. The island is also famous for its population of whale sharks, attracting tourists who wish to swim with these gentle giants.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4 – KILWA KISIWANI, TANZANIA

Kilwa Kisiwani is a captivating UNESCO World Heritage site, off the southern coast of Tanzania. We suggest visiting the Great Mosque, the oldest standing mosque on the East African coast. With its sixteen domed and vaulted bays, the mosque’s grand architecture reflects the city’s golden age.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Relish the nautical adventure of a lifetime with some relaxing time at sea. Enjoy the lavish comforts of your stylish yacht — slide into the infinity-style pool where the shimmering water seems to blur with the horizon, ascend to the Sky Deck to drink in panoramic views, or simply relax in the Observation Lounge.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6 – ALDABRA ATOLL, SEYCHELLES

You will arrive in the Aldabra Atoll late in the morning. Aldabra Atoll is a remarkable and remote atoll in the most south westerly part of the Seychelles, closer to African coast than to Mahé. It’s one of the largest atolls in the world and recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its outstanding natural beauty and significant biodiversity.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 7 – ALDABRA ATOLL, SEYCHELLES

On the second day at the atoll, you’ll encounter numerous species of fish, molluscs, crustaceans, and various types of corals. Hawksbill and green turtles nest on the atoll’s beaches, and the surrounding waters are frequented by manta rays, sharks, and dolphins.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8 – ALDABRA ATOLL, SEYCHELLES

The atoll comprises four large coral islands which enclose a shallow lagoon; this ecosystem supports a variety of flora and fauna, many of which are unique to the atoll.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9 – FARQUHAR ATOLL, SEYCHELLES

Enjoy your morning out to sea as you cruise to the Farquhar Group, made up of ten islands and atolls. You will explore the sparkling lagoon encircled by this ringed-shaped atoll dotted with coconut and casuarina trees. Hawksbill and green sea turtles come to the atoll to nest and several of the Farquhar Group’s islands are important biodiversity regions.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10 – ALPHONSE ATOLL, SEYCHELLES

Spend another morning at sea as you cruise the Alphonse group of atolls. Whether you’re an angler, diver, birdwatcher, or simply a lover of nature and tranquillity, the Alphonse Group of Atolls offers a unique and unforgettable experience. Take more time to unwind onboard the ultra-luxury Emerald Kaia.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 11 – AMIRANTE ISLANDS, SEYCHELLES

The Amirante Islands are known for their pristine beauty, the perfect haven for nature lovers and adventurers. We recommend taking a stroll or hike under the canopy of exotic palm trees, where various bird species can be spotted.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 12 – PRASLIN ISLAND TO LA DIGUE, SEYCHELLES

Praslin, the second largest island in the Seychelles, is visually stunning with tropical jungle-fringed beaches, emerald waters and powdery sand. Anse Lazio beach has been voted one of the world’s best beaches several times and there’s a dazzling reef just offshore brimming with coral and marine life. It really is a must-see on our list. Later in the evening you’ll find yourself at La Digue Island, the smallest of the three populated islands in the Seychelles.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 13 – MAHE ISLAND

Your time aboard your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht comes to an end in Mahè island. From the yacht, you will be transferred to the airport for your journey home or to continue your holiday.

Please book your flight to depart out of Mahé, Seychelles after 01:00 PM. Let our airfare specialists help you book this!

The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Emerald Cruises cannot guarantee the cruise will operated unaltered from the itinerary states above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.

Meals Included: Breakfast