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Paradise on Earth: Sailing the Seychelles Archipelago

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8 days

Flexible dates

SEYCHELLES

Seychelles

Mahé

St. Anne Marine Park

Praslin

Anse Lazio

Curieuse

Saint Pierre island

La Digue

Felicite Island

Eden Island Marina

from €2,660

from €1,862

for place in cabin

Additional mandatory fees:

Environmental fees, from

€106

About the tour

The Seychelles are known for their perfect beaches, crystal-clear waters, and rich tropical life.
Sea turtles, dolphins, colorful reef fish, and rare birds make these islands a true natural wonder.
Across the archipelago, dozens of marine parks and nature reserves keep the wilderness untouched — where life flows in a calm island rhythm.

Day 1. Mahé — Sainte Anne
16:00 Boarding the catamaran at Eden Marina. Welcome by the crew, safety briefing, and departure.
A short sail to Sainte Anne — the largest island in the Marine National Park.
Sunset, welcome dinner, and a traditional toast of rum to Poseidon for fair weather.
Night at anchor in the lagoon.

Day 2. Praslin
Sail toward Praslin. Swim at Anse Lazio — one of the most beautiful beaches in the Seychelles.
Soft sand, calm waves, and clear water for snorkeling.
The island was once called “Palm Island” and “Garden of Eden.” Mangoes, bananas, and the legendary Coco de Mer grow here.
Dinner and overnight near shore.

Day 3. Curieuse — St. Pierre — Praslin (Hotel L’Archipel)
Morning sail to Curieuse, home to a colony of giant land tortoises (entry fee paid separately).
Walk through the mangrove forest and climb to the island viewpoint.
After lunch — snorkeling near St. Pierre Island.
Evening anchorage opposite Le Duc de Praslin, beach walk, and dinner at Café des Arts (dinner paid separately).
Night anchored by Hotel L’Archipel (Praslin).

Day 4. Praslin — La Digue
Morning visit to the Vallée de Mai National Park, where the famous Coco de Mer palms grow and the rare black parrot lives (entry fee paid separately).
After lunch — sail to La Digue.
Evening BBQ and rest on board.

Day 5. La Digue
Island walk and swimming at Source d’Argent, one of the world’s most photographed beaches.
Pink sand, smooth granite boulders, and calm turquoise water.
Hike up Nid d’Aigle (Eagle’s Nest) for a panoramic view of the coast.
Nearby stands the house where the movie “Emmanuelle” was filmed.
Transfer and entry to the bio-reserve are paid separately.
Dinner and overnight near shore.

Day 6. Félicité — Mahé (Beau Vallon)
Morning sail to Félicité — clear lagoon and ideal snorkeling spot.
Advised to bring your mask, fins, and GoPro for this one.
After lunch — long sail back to Mahé, with a chance to catch yellowfin tuna (optional, paid separately).
Evening at anchor by Beau Vallon Beach, dinner, and rest on board.

Day 7. Mahé — Eden Marina
Morning swim and walk along Beau Vallon’s long beach.
Afternoon return to Eden Marina.
Farewell dinner and final night on board.

Day 8. Mahé
08:00 Breakfast and disembarkation. End of the cruise.

Accommodation

The voyage runs on Lagoon 50 — a modern catamaran built for tropical sailing.
On board: four double cabins and two single cabins, each with private toilets, showers, and air conditioning.
Spacious saloon, fully equipped galley with stove, oven, and sink, plus audio system and outdoor speakers.
On deck — open flybridge (sun deck), wide stern, and comfortable lounge area.
Equipped with a watermaker, generator, navigation system, and full climate control.
Crew members stay in separate cabins with their own facilities.

⚠️ Price is per person based on double occupancy. Cabin type is specified in the contract. DBL and SGL options available.

Additional Information

Included: captain, full board, chef on board, fuel, final cleaning, water supply, insurance deposit, transit log, round-trip airport–marina transfer (for groups of 4+ people), towels, SUP boards, ice maker, coffee machine, grill, Wi-Fi.

Not included: entry to national parks and islands (paid separately), optional excursions, fishing (paid separately), alcohol, tips, flights.

⚠️ The itinerary may change depending on weather and the captain’s decisions. Comfort and safety always come first.

Tour itinerary

The largest island of the Seychelles archipelago, home to the capital Victoria and the country’s main port and airport. Mountain ridges run along its spine, covered with rainforest that drops steeply toward a narrow coastal plain and bays with fine white sand. The western coast faces the open Indian Ocean with scenic beaches, while the eastern side holds marinas, small islands and protected lagoons inside the reef belt.
A protected marine area northeast of Mahé that encompasses several small granitic islands - St Anne, Moyenne, Long, Round and Cerf -surrounded by shallow turquoise water and coral gardens. Established in 1973 as the first national marine park of the Seychelles, it serves as a conservation zone for fish, turtles and seagrass beds. The area is used for controlled snorkeling, day anchorage and limited shore visits, while overnight mooring requires special permits.
The second-largest island of the Seychelles, located northeast of Mahé and known for its dense palm forest Vallée de Mai, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The coastline alternates between wide calm bays and granite headlands, with beaches such as Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette ranked among the most scenic in the Indian Ocean. The island maintains small resorts, marinas, and ferry connections to Mahé and La Digue, combining natural seclusion with light infrastructure.
A wide, west-facing bay on the northern tip of Praslin, framed by granite boulders and palm trees. The water is clear and deep close to shore, with firm sandy bottom and mild swell through most of the year. The open shape gives good holding for day anchorage in settled weather. In 2016, CNN listed Anse Lazio among the ten most beautiful beaches in the world.
A granitic island north of Praslin, part of the Curieuse Marine National Park, known for its free-roaming giant tortoises and the remains of a former leper colony. The coastline combines red granite formations with mangrove forests and shallow turquoise bays, while inland trails link the visitor area at Baie Laraie to the Doctor’s House museum and turtle nursery. The island is uninhabited and accessible only by day boats under park regulations.
A tiny granite islet off the northwest coast of Praslin, surrounded by turquoise water and coral reef shallows. Recognized for its leaning palms and sculpted rocks, it’s one of the signature postcard views of the Seychelles and a classic snorkeling stop on routes from Praslin to Curieuse. The island is uninhabited, and boat visits are limited to short swim sessions in calm weather.
A small granite island east of Praslin, known for its slow rhythm, bicycle roads and some of the most photographed beaches in the world, including Anse Source d’Argent. The coastline alternates between sculpted boulder coves and shallow lagoons with coral sand, while the interior holds coconut groves and small villages. The island is connected by short ferry routes to Praslin and Mahé and remains a symbol of traditional island life in the Seychelles.
A steep granite island northeast of La Digue, part of the Cocos–Sisters group within the Curieuse Marine National Park. The coastline alternates between high rock faces and narrow sandy coves with turquoise water and coral patches. Most of the island is covered by dense tropical forest, and its slopes rise sharply to more than 200 m. Félicité is largely private, with limited access by day boat and protected anchorage possible off the western side in calm weather.
A modern deep-water marina on the east coast of Mahé, located within the reclaimed Eden Island complex near the capital Victoria. It provides full-service berths for sailing and motor yachts up to 115 m with direct access to the main channel and full protection from swell. Facilities include fuel dock, maintenance yards, customs office, provisioning services, and waterfront residences. The marina serves as one of the main departure bases for charters across the Seychelles archipelago.

Travel route

Boat & accommodation

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Boat interior
Boat plan
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Sailing catamaran Lagoon 50 "Lagoon 50"

Places

8

Length, m

15.85

Equipment

Air condition

Wi-Fi & Internet