13 days tour

Tides Of The Indian Ocean (2021)

Tides Of The Indian Ocean (2021)

This tour includes:

Guide

Expert APT expedition leader and team

Meals

Locally inspired dining - a total of 35 meals and a wide range of onboard beverages

Transport

Return airport transfers, porterage and gratuities

Others

Experiences in 10 destinations Search for rare wildlife on the Amirante Islands with the island’s conservation team Look for giant tortoises in the crystal-clear waters of the Aldabra Atoll Aboard a Zodiac, head out to the perfect snorkelling spot in Cosmoledo

Accommodation

Twelve nights aboard the small ship, MS Island Sky 12 Nights, MS Island Sky

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services not included

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included.

Flights

International flights are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Tides Of The Indian Ocean (2021)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Mahรฉ, Embark Ship
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive Mahรฉ, Embark Ship

      Mahรฉ, the tropical capital of the Seychelles, welcomes you today. Thereโ€™s hardly a more beautiful place to begin the adventure. Weโ€™ll meet you at the airport and take you to the ship, moored in the islandโ€™s spectacularly blue waters. Toast to your amazing setting, before tonightโ€™s dinner on board.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Praslin, Grande Soeur
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Praslin, Grande Soeur

      Wake this morning at the island of Praslin, the second-largest island of the Seychelles. Explore World Heritage-listed Vallรฉe de Mai Nature Reserve via its winding paths through high canopied palm forests, home to the extremely rare coco de mer palm. Meet back at the ship and enjoy lunch as it sails to Grande Soeur. This idyllic uninhabited island boasts white, sandy beaches and flourishing tropical forests. You may like to spend your time meandering along some of the many walking paths, looking out for giant tortoises, or making the most of the warm turquoise waters with a swim or snorkel.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Amirante Islands
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Amirante Islands

      The 28 islands in the Amirante group were discovered by Vasco de Gama in 1501 and are considered to be some of the most pristine in the world. On Desroches Island, enjoy your first Signature Experience. Snorkellers have the chance to swim over vibrant coral gardens.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Alphonse Atoll
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Alphonse Atoll

      Directly south from our last stop are the three islands in the Alphonse group, where dazzling white beaches are lined with vibrant green forest. Here you might see tortoises, scurrying crabs and an array of bird species. Wander sugary sand beaches. Go snorkelling or swimming in the circular lagoon and walk across the islandโ€™s meandering tracks.

  • Day 5 Day 5: At Sea
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: At Sea

      Head to the sun deck to relax and enjoy the tropical scenery as your ship makes its way to the stunning Aldabra Atoll.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Aldabra Atoll
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Aldabra Atoll

      Awake just off Aldabra Atoll today. Here youโ€™ll enjoy a Signature Experience. Once your feet are on the sand, stroll along the shoreline looking out for frigate birds, coconut crabs and giant tortoises which are a common sight here. If youโ€™re lucky, you might be able to see the extremely rare white-throated rail, the last surviving flightless bird in the western Indian Ocean.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Cosmoledo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Cosmoledo

      Open your curtains to Cosmoledo, where a ring of twelve jungle-covered islands circle a spectacular lagoon. Today you will have the chance to explore a number of the islands via Zodiac. As an important bird and biodiversity area, you might be able to spot the three species of booby found in the Seychelles. Also look for sooty terns and great frigate birds. Enjoy a Signature Experience. After lunch, your ship heads towards Madagascar, while you can relax back on board.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Diego Suarez
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Diego Suarez

      Itโ€™s the wildlife that brings travellers to Madagascar. And with good reason. The island is home to some truly unique species, a result of Madagascar breaking away from Africa more than 80 million years ago. At Diego Suarez, choose your sightseeing.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Nosy Mangabe
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Nosy Mangabe

      Arriving at the tiny island of Nosy Mangabe, you have 520 hectares of virgin rainforest to explore. The area has been an important research centre since the mid-1960s when several aye-ayes and lemurs were released into the forest. Thanks to the Zodiacs, we are able to land on the beach from where we will set off into the forest. Your time in the forest is enhanced by a Signature Experience.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Masoala National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Masoala National Park

      Step ashore at Antongil Bay to reach Madagascarโ€™s largest protected area, Masoala National Park. Push through a tangle of vines, ferns, orchids and towering palisander trees on the trail of chameleons, the red-ruffed lemur, the red-fronted brown lemur and the ring-tailed mongoose. Frogs are abundant and will be easy to spot, especially the brightly coloured mantella frogs. Afterwards, cool off with a dip back at the beach before meeting your ship.

  • Day 11 Day 11: At Sea
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: At Sea

      As your ship sails away from Madagascar, you have time to rest and enjoy time on board your ship.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Le Port
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Le Port

      Arrive at Rรฉunion Island, officially a part of France. Interestingly, if you were to make the 11-hour plane trip here from Paris, you would enter the country as a domestic passenger. Shape your day with your choice of sightseeing.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Disembark Ship, Depart Port Louis
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Disembark Ship, Depart Port Louis

      Your adventure comes to an end in the capital of Mauritius. Weโ€™ll transfer you to the airport for your onward flight.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 8 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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