Passages at Sea: Across the Indian Ocean

Description

In times past, an Indian Ocean crossing was a sailor’s rite of passage, a truly daunting task on a wooden sailing vessel. Experience the historical journey yourself as you sail 4,550 nautical miles aboard expedition ship Coral Geographer. This Indian Ocean crossing offers a rare opportunity to navigate one of the world’s great oceans in the wake of famed explorers like Dirk Hartog and Willem de Vlamingh.

After an epic adventure of four voyages through the Small Islands of the Indian Ocean, Coral Geographer will bring the season to a close as she sails east in a southern arc from the island of Zanzibar off the African coast to arrive on Australian shores at Fremantle.

This 19-night ocean passage allows you to settle into the rhythm of life at sea. Onboard, guest presenters and storytellers will be your only diversions as you share the waves with migratory seabirds and marine life. Mingle with crew aboard a working expedition ship, share likeminded company with fellow travellers and take time to relax with a good book on the deck.

If you relish the adventure of an extended ocean crossing, we invite you to join us for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Trip Name

Passages at Sea: Across the Indian Ocean

Days

Overview

Vessel Type: Expedition Passenger Capacity: 120 Built: 2020 Expedition capabilities > Two trademark Xplorer tenders seat all passengers and facilitate comfortable shore excursions > Six zodiacs for more intrepid exploration > Lecture lounge for daily expedition briefings and expert presentations > Small onboard library featuring books on destinations and wildlife > Shallow draft and advanced navigation and propulsion systems allowing access to locations closed to large cruise ships Marine immersion > Navigator lounge in the bridge > Over 1000 square metres of open deck space including a wrap-around promenade deck with panoramic views > Engine room tours and a high level of crew interaction with guests Food and wine features > Single seating dining with communal table serves buffet breakfast and lunch, and multi-course table d’hote dinners > Showcase galley with viewing window creating fresh small-batch cuisine featuring Australian and local produce > Multiple indoor and outdoor bars, including our Explorer bar on the sundeck for sunset drinks > Curated wine cellar featuring boutique wines and exceptional vintage Australian reds Guest comfort > All outside-facing guest cabins with en-suite bathrooms; the majority have a private balcony > Active stabilisers to dampen sea motion > Well-equipped gym > Passenger elevator > Wi-Fi available in all guest areas

Itinerary

Day 1 - DEPART ZANZIBAR, TANZANIA

In the early evening we depart Zanzibar on our epic Indian Ocean crossing bound for Fremantle, West Australia. Board at 5:00pm for a 7:00pm departure.

Day 2 - AT SEA WORKSHOPS

Spend 18 carefree days at leisure as we cross the Indian Ocean from west to east. Experience the warm company of our renowned Australian hospitality team and take time to socialise with fellow passengers, catch up on reading or simply relax as the Indian Ocean slips by. You might even find the time to finish a project you’ve been working on or write your first book.Throughout the voyage, you will be able to participate in an extensive onboard program hosted by onboard guest lecturers with subjects including history, culture, nature and theory relating to the Indian Ocean and celestial navigation. Our guest lecturer will also hold evening star-gazing sessions with insights on astronomy and its ties to navigation.

Day 3 - ARRIVE FREMANTLE, AUSTRALIA

Arrive at Fremantle, Western Australia at 8:00am and disembark Coral Geographer at 9:00am.

Day 4 - Please Note:

Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

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Inclusions

Depart from Zanzibar with its rich spice route trading heritage
Find peace and solitude with time to disconnect
Mingle with our seafaring crew and learn the basics of life at sea
Learn from our onboard expedition crew delivering a series of themed presentations
Relax on deck and and take in wide-open skies and rolling ocean
Stargaze at nighttime, untainted by light pollution
Enjoy the convivial company of fellow passengers and maritime crew as we share meals and stories together along the way