The essential Seychelles

From $5,710 per person

9 days

Ship: Le Dumont-d'Urville

Ponant

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Inner Islands of the Seychelles, where every moment seems suspended in time. This Eden lost in the middle of the Indian Ocean is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. They unfurl their ribbons of white sand as the mangroves sway in the trade winds. Giant tortoises roam free on the beaches, colourful birds sing through the lush vegetation and the emerald waters reveal a magnificent seabed. Aride, Remire, Curieuse... Still wild and mysterious, these scattered islands form a chain of idyllic ports of call, revealing their secrets and inviting you to spend an unforgettable and relaxing time away from it all.

Journey Summary

  • Day 1 - Jan. 7, 2027, Thu. - Victoria, Mahé
  • Day 2 - Jan. 8, 2027, Fri. - Praslin Island
  • Day 3 - Jan. 9, 2027, Sat. - Praslin Island
  • Day 4 - Jan. 10, 2027, Sun. - Rémire island
  • Day 5 - Jan. 11, 2027, Mon. - Cousin Island
  • Day 6 - Jan. 12, 2027, Tue. - Curieuse Island
  • Day 7 - Jan. 13, 2027, Wed. - Grande Soeur
  • Day 8 - Jan. 14, 2027, Thu. - La Digue
  • Day 9 - Jan. 15, 2027, Fri. - Victoria, Mahé

Detailed Itinerary

Day-by-day description of your cruise and cruise activities.

Day 1 - January 07, 2027

Victoria, Mahé

Day 2 - January 08, 2027

Praslin Island

Forty kilometers (25 miles) northeast of Mahé, Praslin is just a 15-minute flight or 45-minute ferry ride away. Praslin, at 11 km (7 miles) long and 4 km (2.5 miles) wide, is the second-largest island in the Seychelles. First settled as a hideaway by pirates and Arab merchants, the island's original name, Isle de Palmes, bears testament to its reputation as home of the Vallée de Mai UNESCO World Heritage Site: the only place in the world where the famous Coco de Mer, the world's heaviest nut, grows abundantly in the wild. Praslin's endemic palm forests shelter many rare species, and the island is a major bird-watching destination. Surrounded by a coral reef, majestic bays, and gorgeous beaches, Praslin is much quieter and less developed than Mahé. With few real "sights," the pleasures of Praslin largely involve relaxing in or exploring its stunning beaches and fantastical forests.

Day 3 - January 09, 2027

Praslin Island

Forty kilometers (25 miles) northeast of Mahé, Praslin is just a 15-minute flight or 45-minute ferry ride away. Praslin, at 11 km (7 miles) long and 4 km (2.5 miles) wide, is the second-largest island in the Seychelles. First settled as a hideaway by pirates and Arab merchants, the island's original name, Isle de Palmes, bears testament to its reputation as home of the Vallée de Mai UNESCO World Heritage Site: the only place in the world where the famous Coco de Mer, the world's heaviest nut, grows abundantly in the wild. Praslin's endemic palm forests shelter many rare species, and the island is a major bird-watching destination. Surrounded by a coral reef, majestic bays, and gorgeous beaches, Praslin is much quieter and less developed than Mahé. With few real "sights," the pleasures of Praslin largely involve relaxing in or exploring its stunning beaches and fantastical forests.

Day 4 - January 10, 2027

Rémire island

Day 5 - January 11, 2027

Cousin Island

Day 6 - January 12, 2027

Curieuse Island

Day 7 - January 13, 2027

Grande Soeur

Day 8 - January 14, 2027

La Digue

La Digue Island is an island like no other. It is the smallest of the three populated islands in the Seychelles, but the tranquillity will make it feel like you’re the only one there.The stunning surroundings should be soaked up from cycling through the vanilla plantations to lying on the white-sandy beaches, your time on La Digue should be cherished.There is a little more to do on La Digue compared to the smaller, uninhabited islands where you can enjoy full moon tours, surfing and snorkelling with a local.

Day 9 - January 15, 2027

Victoria, Mahé

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