Overview
Itinerary
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. Stay: Park Hyatt Zanzibar (D)
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. Stay: Le Champlain (B/L/D)
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 encounter Pemba's endemic flying fox at a sanctuary or explore a local spice plantation. Stay: Le Champlain (B/L/D)
In its heyday, Kilwa Kisiwani was an impressive trading hub for sultans and royalty. Today, it remains reachable only by boat and teems with fascinating ruins. Here, you might visit the Malindi Mosque and cemetery, the Gereza Fort and the Mautani residences. Stay: Le Champlain (B/L/D)
As your expedition vessel sails toward the Seychelles, relax in the spa, take in a series of enriching lectures and spend time with the new friends you've made. Stay: Le Champlain (B/L/D)
Arrive amid the Seychelles, a 115-island paradise of azure waters, white sands and verdant mountains harbouring a diverse wealth of marine and birdlife. After a shore excursion to Assumption Island, voyage to Aldabra Atoll. Here, four distinct islands frame a large lagoon inhabited by Aldabra giant tortoise and flightless Aldabra rail. Stay: Le Champlain (B/L/D)
The day's excursions may include an exploration of Aldabra's reefs by Zodiac and coming ashore to beachcomb among the white sands. Stay: Le Champlain (B/L/D)
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. Stay: Le Champlain (B/L/D)
Explore Farquhar, the southernmost atoll in the Seychelles and an important nesting site for sea turtle. Here, you might embark on Zodiac excursions, snorkel in a lagoon or relax on the beach. Stay: Le Champlain (B/L/D)
Arrive at St. François, the larger of the Alphonse Group islands, an atoll harbouring crab plover and Saunder's tern as well as green and hawksbill turtle. Your day of adventure may feature Zodiac excursions, beach landings or snorkelling opportunities. Stay: Le Champlain (B/L/D)
Today, explore Poivre Island, a former outpost of the French colonial spice trade. The day's activities may include Zodiac excursions, a visit to a former coconut plantation or snorkelling the island's shallow shelf reef. This afternoon, visit Rémire Island, where you find emerald waters teeming with luminous fish and yet another gorgeous beach. Stay: Le Champlain (B/L/D)
Come ashore to explore Aride Island Nature Reserve's incredible granite cliffs and seabird colonies. Then, cruise to Curieuse Marine National Park, where you might hike through a mangrove forest, snorkel, or take in the view from Anse St. José Beach. Stay: Le Champlain (B/L/D)
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 take a guided cycling tour of the island's beaches. After a leisurely walking tour of the town, return to your ship for a farewell dinner. Stay: Le Champlain (B/L/D)
After breakfast, disembark your ship in Victoria, where you might visit a perfume factory, rum distillery or local market. In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for your flight. (B/L)
Trip Inclusions
- Cruise for 12 nights from coastal Tanzania in Africa to Seychelles' Mahé on an exclusively chartered all-balcony small ship with a capacity limited to just 148 guests
- Visit four UNESCO World Heritage sites throughout your voyage that feature both the Inner and Outer islands of the Seychelles, highlighting a rich diversity of cultural history, flora and fauna
- Explore in the company of A&K's renowned Expedition Team, enjoying an all-encompassing enrichment program and lecture series
- Set the stage for your adventure with a day of discovery in Zanzibar and a choice of curated excursions
- Embark on a series of Zodiac excursions and landings in some of the world's most remote islands for forest hikes, birding, swimming and beach exploration
- Spend two days at Aldabra Atoll, the world's largest raised coral atoll and home to approximately two-thirds of the world's Giant Tortoise population
- Enjoy opportunities to snorkel in the extraordinary marine ecosystems of Seychelles, experiencing jaw-dropping coral reefs, sea cliffs, lagoons and marine parks
- An Exclusively Chartered, All-Inclusive Voyage Led by A&K's Expedition Team
- Pre-Cruise Hotel Stay and A&K-Led Excursion
- Airport Meet and Greet and Transfers
- Private Balcony with Every Onboard Accommodation and Butler Service with Every Suite
- Maximum Personnel-to-Guest Ratio of 1 to 1.3 and ship occupancy limited to 80 percent
- Culinary Program Featuring French-Inspired Cuisine, Including House Drinks, Afternoon Tea and Pastries
- 24-Hour Room Service and Breakfast in Bed on board
- Zodiac and Shore Excursions Led by A&K Expert Naturalist Driver-Guides
- Available aquatic activities, such as snorkel
- Enrichment program, lectures and presentations
- Traveller's Valet Laundry Service on board
- All Gratuities, Port Charges and Taxes
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on Board and in Hotels
- Onboard Service from an English-Speaking Staff, Including an Accredited Physician
- 24/7 A&K On-Call Support
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Disruptions to itinerary may occur.
- This journey contains some active elements, including Zodiac boat excursions, walks over uneven terrain and optional, challenging hikes
- Itinerary is for guidance purposes only and may be adjusted at the sole discretion of the Captain due to weather and sea conditions, medical emergencies and other unforeseen circumstances beyond A&K’s control.
- Minimum age is 7 years.
- Categories 4–8 include room upgrade at the hotel and butler service aboard the ship.
- First group event: welcome briefing and dinner at 6:30 p.m. on Mar 1.
- Last group event: disembarkation at 9:00 a.m. on Mar 14.
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Deck Plans
Cabins
Balcony
Deluxe Stateroom
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). A bathroom with shower. A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs. A glazed panoramic swing door and rectangular window. Services provided include 24-hour room service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
Balcony
Prestige Stateroom
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). One chaise longue. A bathroom with shower. A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs. A panoramic sliding bay window or panoramic swing door. Services provided include 24-hour room service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
Suite
Deluxe Suite
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm). A bathroom with shower. A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs. A glazed panoramic swing door and panoramic window. Services provided include 24-hour room service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
Suite
Prestige Suite
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchair, second TV, and sliding courtesy door. Two bathrooms with shower. A private 8 m² balcony with four armchairs. Two panoramic sliding bay windows. Additional services provided include champagne and fruit basket upon arrival, an assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day, 24-hour room service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
Suite
Privilege Suite
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). A lounge corner with chaise longue and armchair. A bathroom with shower. A private 8 m² balcony with two armchairs. A panoramic sliding bay window. Additional services provided include priority boarding, butler service, 24-hour room service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
Suite
Grand Deluxe Suite
A bedroom with one king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). A lounge with sofa bed convertible to a double bed (160 x 190 cm) or a single bed (80 x 190 cm) , armchair, and second TV. A bathroom with shower and Baleno bathtub. A private 32 m² terrace with two deckchairs and four-seater dining table. Two panoramic sliding bay windows. Additional services provided include priority boarding, butler service, an assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day, 24-hour room service, inclusive Wifi internet access, individually-controlled air conditioning, dressing room with shelves and closet, dressing table and hairdryer, Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products, minibar, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose Bluetooth speaker and Flat screen TV.
Suite
Owner's Suite
A lounge with armchair, double sofa bed, and second TV. A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm). A bathroom with shower, balneo bathtub and smart mirror. A private 45 m² terrace: 2 deckchairs, jacuzzi, and lounge corner with sofa and armchair. Two panoramic sliding bay windows. Additional services provided include concierge service from your reservation until you return from your trip, private return transfer, priority boarding, champagne and fruit basket upon arrival. butler service, a one-hour spa treatment per person (for 2 people) in the well-being space, chosen from the facial and body treatments on offer and premium drinks at the bar.
Brochure
Abercrombie & Kent Luxury Expedition Cruises (2024-25)
Prices & Dates
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