About the Port
Farquhar Atoll lies in the far southwest of Seychelles, a remote cluster of ten islands and islets enclosing a sparkling lagoon within a classic ring-shaped reef formation. Coconut palms and casuarina trees line the shores, and the surrounding waters and sandbanks form part of an important biodiversity region for the archipelago, with hawksbill and green sea turtles returning to nest on its beaches.
Access is by tender, as no deep-water harbor serves the atoll, and landings depend on calm sea conditions. Days here favor unhurried exploration of the lagoon by small boat, walks along quiet stretches of sand, and time spent observing seabirds and marine life in a setting with little infrastructure. Farquhar rewards travelers seeking solitude and untouched scenery over curated sightseeing, offering a genuine sense of Indian Ocean wilderness rarely encountered on a standard itinerary.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Farquhar Atoll.
Explore the Lagoon by Small Boat
Glide across the atoll's turquoise lagoon by tender or skiff, weaving past sandbanks and reef flats. It's the best way to take in the ring-shaped formation and spot marine life below the surface.
Walk a Deserted Beach
Set out on foot along the quiet, palm-fringed shorelines where hawksbill and green turtles come ashore to nest. Go early or late in the day for cooler temperatures and calmer light for spotting wildlife.
Watch for Seabirds and Turtles
Farquhar's isolation makes it a haven for nesting seabirds and marine life largely undisturbed by visitors. Bring binoculars and move slowly along the shore for the best chance of close sightings.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Farquhar Atoll
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 9, 2026 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Kaia | 20 | $13,096 | |
| Nov 17, 2026 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Kaia | 12 | $6,506 | |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Kaia | 20 | $13,096 | |
| Nov 29, 2026 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Kaia | 12 | $6,506 | |
| Feb 14, 2027 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Kaia | 19 | $23,140 | |
| Feb 21, 2027 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Kaia | 12 | $13,799 | |
| Mar 5, 2027 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Kaia | 12 | $14,255 | |
| Dec 28, 2027 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 21 | $22,040 | |
| Jan 6, 2028 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 12 | $10,033 | |
| Jan 6, 2028 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 19 | $17,138 | |
| Jan 10, 2028 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 20 | $17,135 | |
| Jan 18, 2028 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 12 | $10,030 | |
| Jan 30, 2028 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 12 | $10,033 | |
| Feb 11, 2028 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 12 | $10,030 | |
| Feb 11, 2028 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 19 | $20,690 | |
| Dec 15, 2028 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 20 | $19,323 | |
| Dec 16, 2028 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 19 | $21,390 | |
| Dec 23, 2028 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 12 | $11,193 | |
| Jan 4, 2029 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 12 | $11,476 | |
| Jan 4, 2029 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Raiya | 19 | $21,890 |
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