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The Essential Seychelles – Luxury Cruise from Victoria

The Essential Seychelles – Luxury Cruise from Victoria

From AUD $7,860

Description

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.

Trip Name
The Essential Seychelles - Luxury Cruise from Victoria
Days
9
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury Passenger Capacity: 92 cabins Built: 2017/2018 Le Dumont d’Urville is one of PONANT’s state-of-the-art Explorer-class yachts, designed to combine refined French sophistication with immersive expedition travel. Hosting a maximum of 184 guests across 92 elegantly appointed staterooms and suites, the ship offers an intimate cruising experience defined by comfort, style, and innovation. Expansive lounge areas, a panoramic theatre, and multiple bars create inviting spaces to relax and socialise, while the infinity pool seamlessly blends into the sea views. From the marina platform, guests can easily embark on Zodiac excursions or enjoy water activities in serene surroundings. Every detail aboard Le Dumont d’Urville reflects a celebration of nature and discovery. Guests enjoy world-class gastronomy, a serene spa and fitness area, and advanced technology that supports environmentally responsible exploration. Purpose-built for navigating diverse destinations — from Nordic fjords and Mediterranean coastlines to Caribbean islands and Arctic waterways — this sleek, modern vessel embodies the art of travel at sea: luxurious, sustainable, and deeply connected to the natural world.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 - Victoria, Mahé
Discover Mahé, the main island of the Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital, Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses - and don’t forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.
Day 2 - Days 2 - 3 - Praslin Island & Aride Island
Situated some forty kilometres away from Victoria, Praslin is the second largest island in the Seychelles. Its idyllic beaches where granite rocks nestle in immaculate sand correspond perfectly to how we imagine the Seychelles to be. They invite visitors to dive into the turquoise waters, which are ideal for snorkelling. In the centre of the island, hidden in the heart of a stunning tropical rainforest, lies the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In this veritable plant sanctuary, several endemic species of palm trees can be observed, as well as the famous sea coconut, which can weigh up to 20 kg and is sometimes called “coco fesse” because its shape calls to mind a pair of buttocks.Aride is an island in the Seychelles situated a few kilometres north-west of Praslin. Listed as a nature reserve, this pearl of the Indian Ocean will seduce you with the beauty of its landscapes of wild cliffs and fine-sand beaches. Protected from human impact and sometimes called “bird capital”, it is home to several endemic plants as well as exceptional wildlife. Most notably, it is the refuge of an impressive number of seabirds (Seychelles magpie-robins, terns, noddies, and more), and reptiles, such as Wright’s skinks, which can be found in the island’s wooded areas. Sea turtles can also be observed on the island’s beaches.
Day 3 - Day 4 - Rémire island
Remire Island is like a piece of confetti in the Indian Ocean and is a captivating place to visit. Located in the Outer Islands of the Seychelles, it is prized for its unique biodiversity, including its exceptionally rich underwater life. The rare inhabitants of this tropical islet watch over its preservation, and a walk amidst its lush vegetation, home to delightful birds, will delight fans of unspoilt areas. For those who love snorkelling, myriad colourful fish live among the coral reefs that border the island.
Day 4 - Day 5 - Cousin Island
This small granitic islet west of Praslin measures around thirty hectares and is teeming with life. A private property until 1968, Cousin Island was bought by the International Council for Bird Preservation (now known as BirdLife International) to be converted into a nature reserve. The main aim of this effort was first and foremost to save two endangered bird species, the Seychelles warbler and the Seychelles fody. This operation was a real success, as the island is now the most protected in the archipelago and is home to a large number of plants and animals endemic to the Seychelles.
Day 5 - Days 5 - 6 - Curieuse Island
Situated off the coast of Praslin, Curieuse has a distinguishing feature: its red earth. Discovered in 1768 by the French explorer Marc-Joseph Marion du Fresne, it was ravaged by a fire in 1771 and then home to a leper colony of which a few vestiges still remain. Declared a national marine park in 1979, it is home to many underwater species, which can be discovered while scuba diving or snorkelling in the idyllic waters of the Indian Ocean. But above all, Curieuse is renowned for the hundreds of Aldabra giant tortoises that live there. It is highly likely that you will get the chance to meet these fascinating reptiles. Along with Praslin, it is also the only island on which the sea coconut grows wild.
Day 6 - Days 6 - 7 - Grande Soeur
Located 6 km north of La Digue, Grande Sœur Island is renowned for its two sumptuous beaches and its translucent waters, protected by a coral reef. An ideal spot for snorkelling and observing the sea turtles that co-exist here with the many multi-coloured fish. The pristine Grande Sœur Island is considered to be one of the most beautiful islands in the Seychelles.
Day 7 - Day 7 - 8 - La Digue Island
La Digue Island is a veritable concentration of all the beauty of the Seychelles. Located 6 km south-east of Praslin, this small piece of land that looks like paradise is the third-largest island in the Seychelles, despite its modest size (5 km by 3 km)! Turquoise waters just asking you to swim in them, lush vegetation sheltering giant tortoises, beaches of fine sand fringed with coconut trees and surrounded with those emblematic large granite rocks with their pink highlights like at the famous Anse Source d’Argent: the perfect picture postcard… Authentic and preserved, the island follows a peaceful rhythm, with the only means of transport along its little roads being bikes or traditional oxcarts.
Day 8 - Days 8 - 9 - Victoria, Mahé
Discover Mahé, the main island of the Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital, Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses - and don’t forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.
Day 9 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change. 
Day 10 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change. 

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $9,320Deluxe Stateroom
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $10,350Prestige Deck 4
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $23,500Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $23,990Privilege Suite Deck 6
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $23,990Privilege Suite Deck 5
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $26,360Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $30,720Owner's Suite
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $10,850Prestige Deck 5
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $11,480Prestige Deck 6
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $16,020Deluxe Suite Deck 6
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $16,020Deluxe Suite Deck 5
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $16,020Deluxe Suite Deck 4
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $16,020Deluxe Suite Deck 3
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $21,710Prestige Deck 5 Suite
07-01-202715-01-2027AUD $22,850Prestige Deck 6 Suite
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $9,320Deluxe Stateroom
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $10,350Prestige Deck 4
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $10,850Prestige Deck 5
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $11,480Prestige Deck 6
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $16,020Deluxe Suite Deck 5
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $16,020Deluxe Suite Deck 6
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $16,020Deluxe Suite Deck 4
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $16,020Deluxe Suite Deck 3
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $21,710Prestige Deck 5 Suite
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $22,850Prestige Deck 6 Suite
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $23,990Privilege Suite Deck 5
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $23,990Privilege Suite Deck 6
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $24,930Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $26,360Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6
15-01-202723-01-2027AUD $30,720Owner's Suite
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $7,860Deluxe Stateroom
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $8,720Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $9,140Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $9,670Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $13,450Deluxe Suite Deck 5
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $13,450Deluxe Suite Deck 6
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $13,450Deluxe Suite Deck 3
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $13,450Deluxe Suite Deck 4
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $18,190Prestige Suite Deck 5
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $19,140Prestige Suite Deck 6
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $20,090Privilege Suite Deck 5
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $20,090Privilege Suite Deck 6
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $22,070Grand Deluxe Suite
23-01-202731-01-2027AUD $30,720Owner's Suite

Inclusions

    • Discover eight islands with landscapes typical of the Seychelles, including mangroves, a coral island (Rémire), granite beaches (Anse Source d’Argent) and unforgettable sea beds.
    • Exceptional biodiversity: the endemic birds of the Aride Island Nature Reserve, Aldabra tortoises, and the coco-de-mer palms of the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
    • Activities: opportunities for hikes or dinghy excursions led by naturalist guides, plus swimming or scuba diving in heavenly locations.

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