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    12 Days / 11 Nights
    Dates : Late Nov 26
    Mahe / Zanzibar
    Aqua Lares
    All shore excursions + Snorkelling & diving equipment + Group transfers + Laundry + Unlimited WiFi
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    The Coralline Seychelles & Tanzania expedition journeys from Mahé to Zanzibar, exploring the remote islands and biodiversity hotspots of the Seychelles before continuing to Tanzania. Discover Aldabra, Astove, Cosmoledo and Farquhar, with opportunities for snorkeling, diving, kayaking and wildlife encounters, before exploring Mafia Island and concluding in Zanzibar.

    • Discover Zanzibar, Pemba and Kilwa Kisiwani, where centuries-old spice trade, Arabian culture and historic sultanate ruins meet spectacular tropical landscapes.
    • Explore Aldabra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the world’s largest population of giant tortoises.
    • Snorkel and dive around Remire and Astove, including the spectacular four-mile-long Astove Wall, where rays, sharks and reef fish thrive.
    • Visit Farquhar, a birdwatching haven inhabited by rare seabirds including red-footed boobies.

    Map/Itinerary

    Day 1L'Escale Marina (Mahe)

    Embark on the voyage of a lifetime from Mahé, the largest island in the Seychelles archipelago. Settle into your luxurious design suite on board Aqua Lares and meet your Cruise Director and Naturalist Guides. Enroute to our first destination, enjoy panoramic views from the sundeck as we sail past neighboring islands.​

    Day 2D’Arros Island, Amirante​

     
    We head to D’Arros Island, a secluded, privately owned coral cay in the Amirantes Group, renowned for its pristine ecosystem and rich marine environment. Managed by the Save Our Seas Foundation for conservation, the island is surrounded by waters teeming with sharks, rays, and sea turtles. Begin the morning with diving or snorkeling at St Joseph Channel, then explore Turtle Town in the afternoon for more underwater encounters. We cap off the day with a delicious dinner on board as we sail onward.​

    Day 3Saint-Francois Atoll, Alphonse​

    In the morning, we head out on tenders for a scenic ride to the Alphonse group of islands. While there, explore a lush coconut forest and enjoy a dive or snorkel along the shore to discover stunning hard coral formations teeming with marine life. In the afternoon, we explore Saint-Francois Atoll for the opportunity to spot juvenile sharks, crabs, and crab plovers in the mangroves. This atoll also presents snorkeling, diving, kayaking, and paddleboarding opportunities to see huge coral formations in the lagoons and surrounding barrier reef.​

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    Day 4Providence Atoll, Farquhar​

     
    Explore Providence Atoll with its vibrant azure waters, rich marine life, and abundance of seabirds including red-footed boobies. Snorkelers and divers get a chance to be among the few to explore undiscovered coral reefs around these islands.​

    Day 5Astove Island, Aldabra​

    Astove is known to be one of the best snorkeling and diving spots in the Indian Ocean courtesy of the Astove Wall. Often described as the underwater Grand Canyon, this four-mile-long wall is covered in soft corals and frequented by marine life including rays, sharks, and reef fish. It features plunging depths and incredible visibility that can extend up to 40 meters. Astove is a bucket-list item for every avid underwater explorer.​

    Day 6 Cosmoledo Atoll, Aldabra

    ​Start the day with a guided tender excursion along Cosmoledo Atoll’s lagoon, in search of seabirds such as masked gannets and brown boobies, both of which aren’t found anywhere else in the Seychelles. Dive or snorkel beneath the surface to explore the vibrant marine life that thrives within the atoll’s protected waters.​

    Day 7Aldabra Atoll, Aldabra​

    Wake up to views of Aldabra, a coral atoll known to harbor one of the world’s most isolated ecosystems. Aldabra is home to the largest population of giant tortoises on the planet, with more than 100,000 of these incredible creatures roaming the atoll’s four islands. In the morning, we visit the Aldabra Research Station and old settlement before heading to the island’s west side for a snorkel or dive. In the afternoon, drift diving excursion to discover the surrounding waters, home to a thriving population of tropical fish, sharks, sea turtles, and occasional manta ray sightings.​

    Day 8Assumption Island, Aldabra​

    We continue our exploration with a morning of ocean swims, paddleboarding, or kayaking in the clear waters off Assumption Island. Venture beneath the surface on snorkeling or diving excursions to its vibrant coral reefs, where turtles, rays, and schools of tropical fish thrive in these remote waters.​

    Day 9At Sea

    As we spend the day sailing towards Tanzania, treat yourself to some R&R at the onboard spa or jacuzzi. For the avid birdwatchers, being out at sea presents the opportunity to spot red-footed boobies soaring overhead in their hunt for flying fish. If you wish, sit in for presentations by our expert naturalist guides to learn more about the regional geology, flora, and fauna. Savor world-class dining throughout the day and end the evening with stargazing from the sundeck.

    Day 10Kilindoni Bay & Mange, Mafia Island​

    The day begins at Mafia Island — renowned for its calm, turquoise waters and as the only island in Tanzania regularly frequented by whale sharks. At Kilindoni Bay, guests can snorkel alongside these gentle giants before returning on board for lunch. After lunch, enjoy a snorkel or dive off vessel before we sail off to Mange, a pristine sandbank off the coast of Mafia Island. As evening approaches, enjoy sundowners at the Outdoor Lounge while taking in the coastal views.​
     
     
     

    Day 11Mange & Chole Bay, Mafia Island​

    Start the day at Mange, where a morning of relaxation at Aqua Lares’ Beach Club awaits, surrounded by vibrant coral reefs teeming with tropical fish. After lunch, we arrive at Chole Bay, where crystal-clear lagoon waters invite exploration. Depending on the tide, snorkeling and diving excursions reveal colorful coral gardens and schools of tropical fish gliding through the shallows, while kayaking through the lagoon offers a serene perspective.​

    Day 12Azam Marine (Zanzibar)​

    Enjoy breakfast and savor the views aboard Aqua Lares one more time before saying goodbye to the crew. After disembarking, guests may opt for a guided excursion — until around 10:30AM — through Stone Town’s historic alleyways before continuing their onward journey.​

    Inclusions/Exclusions

    Inclusions

    • All onboard meals​
    • House wines and beer, non-alcoholic drinks​
    • Twice-daily excursions with expert local guides
    • Kayaking and paddleboarding equipment
    • Snorkeling and scuba diving equipment (East Africa)
    • Unlimited access to high-speed WiFi

    Exclusions

    • International or domestic flights
    • Premium spirits and cocktails beyond the complimentary selection
    • Spa treatments
    • Gratuities
    • Boutique purchases

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