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Cruising the Seychelles & Coastal Tanzania
Tour Description:
Discover the exquisite spice islands
and culture of East Africa with A&K’s
renowned Expedition Team. Begin in
Tanzania with visits to storied Zanzibar
and the UNESCO-designated ruins of
Kilwa Kisiwani. In spellbinding Seychelles,
explore bright blue waters, coral reefs and
tropical beaches as well as stunning marine
ecosystems, jungle trails in emerald forests
and the mythic Aldabra Atoll, bursting with
endemic birds and wildlife.
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Destination & Sightseeing
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 - Zanzibar Islands, Tanzania
Arrive on Zanzibar’s main island and transfer to the Park
Hyatt Zanzibar located in historic Stone Town. Also known as
the “Spice Island,” Zanzibar boasts a vibrant culture borne of
deep-rooted trade traditions and an eclectic mix of Moorish,
Middle Eastern, Indian and African influences. This evening,
gather for a welcome briefing and dinner at your hotel.
Day 2 - Zanzibar Island
The day’s excursions may include a walking tour of Stone
Town’s spice markets and churches, a visit to a rural spice
farm or a trek through the mangroves of Jozani Forest Nature
Reserve, home to the rare red colobus monkey. Later, board
your beautiful expedition ship.
Day 3 - Pemba Island
This morning, Pemba Island comes into view, its lush green
hills tumbling into an aquamarine coast of mangroves,
lagoons and beaches. Coming ashore, you might learn about
island life in the village, visit a school or encounter Pemba’s
endemic flying fox at a local sanctuary.
Day 4 - Kilwa Kisiwani
In its heyday, Kilwa Kisiwani was an impressive trading hub
for sultans and royalty. Today, this UNESCO World Heritage
Site's fascinating ruins remain accessible only by boat. Here,
you might visit the Malindi Mosque and cemetery, the
Gereza Fort and the Makutani Palace.
Day 5 - At Sea
As your expedition vessel sails toward the Seychelles, relax in
the spa and take in a series of enriching lectures.
Day 6 - Assumption Island, Seychelles
Arrive amid the Seychelles, a 115-island paradise of azure
waters, white sands and verdant mountains harboring a
diverse wealth of marine and birdlife. This afternoon, arrive
at Aldabra Atoll. Here, four distinct islands frame a large
lagoon inhabited by Aldabra giant tortoises and flightless
Aldabra rails.
Day 7 - Aldabra Atoll
The day’s excursions may include an exploration of local
preservation efforts, a look at daily life on the island, or
snorkeling or diving the stunning reefs offshore.
Day 8 - Astove Island
Cruise to the Outer Islands of the Seychelles, coming ashore
to explore historic Astove, an island renowned for its large
inner lagoon and jaw-dropping underwater sea cliff. Here,
you might visit an abandoned coconut plantation, embark on
a birding walk in search of the endemic souimanga sunbird
or relax on the island’s spectacular beaches.
Day 9 - Cosmoledo Atoll
Continue your Outer Seychelles adventure on the remote
Aldabra Group’s Cosmoledo Atoll, home to vast wadable
sand flats and an incredible lagoon. Cosmoledo is also the
realm of the giant trevally, a powerful predatory fish prized
by anglers the world over. Aside from its explosive saltwater
fly fishing, the atoll is also renowned as a seasonal sea turtle
nesting site. Conditions permitting, you might choose to
snorkel or dive offshore.
Day 10 - Farquhar Atoll
Explore Farquhar, the southernmost atoll in the Seychelles
and another important nesting site for sea turtles. Here, you
might embark on Zodiac excursions, snorkel or dive in a
lagoon, or relax on the beach.
Day 11 - Rémire Island
Today, explore Rémire Island, another remote enclave of
the Outer Seychelles renowned for its marine biodiversity
and lumbering giant tortoises. Here, wade in emerald
waters teeming with luminous fish and relax on yet another
gorgeous beach.
Day 12 - Aride & Curieuse Islands
Come ashore to visit Aride Island Nature Reserve’s incredible
granite cliffs and seabird colonies. Then, cruise by Curieuse
Marine National Park, where you take in the views of its lush
forest and undisturbed beaches. Conditions permitting, you
might choose to snorkel or dive offshore.
Day 13 - Praslin & La Digue Islands
Cruise to Praslin Island, a palm-fringed paradise of tropical
forests and exotic birdlife. Here, your morning excursion
may include a trek through the giant palms of Vallée de Mai
Nature Reserve. Sail onward to the port of La Digue, where
you might tour the island via rugged camionette (covered
truck), visit a vanilla plantation or lounge on one of the
island’s beaches. Afterward, return to your ship for a farewell
dinner.
Day 14 - Mahé, Seychelles
After breakfast, disembark your ship in Victoria, where you
might tour the town and its local market. In the afternoon,
transfer to the airport for your flight.
