2024 Cruising the Seychelles & Coastal Tanzania
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Tour Itinerary
Discover the exquisite spice islandsand culture of East Africa with A&K’srenowned Expedition Team. Begin inTanzania with visits to magical Zanzibarand the UNESCO-designated ruins ofKilwa Kisiwani. In spellbinding Seychelles,explore bright blue waters, coral reefs andtropical beaches as well as stunning marineecosystems, jungle trails in emerald forestsand the mythic Aldabra Atoll, bursting withendemic birds and wildlife.
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Day 1
Zanzibar Islands, TanzaniaArrive on Zanzibar'''s main island and transfer to the HotelVerde Zanzibar ''' Azam Luxury Resort & Spa near historicStone Town. Also known as the '''Spice Island,''' Zanzibarboasts a vibrant culture borne of deep-rooted tradetraditions and an eclectic mix of Moorish, Middle Eastern,Indian and African influences. This evening, gather for awelcome briefing and dinner at your hotel.Hotel: Hotel Verde Zanzibar Azam Luxury Resort & Spa
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Day 2
Zanzibar IslandThe day'''s excursions may include a walking tour of StoneTown'''s spice markets and churches; a visit to a rural spicefarm; or a trek through the mangroves of Jozani ForestNature Reserve, home to the rare red colobus monkey.Later, board your beautiful expedition ship.Hotel: 'Le Champlain'
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Day 3
Pemba IslandThis morning, Pemba Island comes into view, its lush green hills tumbling into an aquamarine coast of mangroves, lagoons and beaches. Coming ashore, encounter Pemba'''s endemic flying fox at a sanctuary and tour a local distillery.Hotel: 'Le Champlain'
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Day 4
Kilwa KisiwaniIn its heyday, Kilwa Kisiwani was an impressive tradinghub for sultans and royalty. Today, it remains reachable onlyby boat and teems with fascinating ruins. Here, you mightvisit the Malindi Mosque and cemetery, the Gereza Fort andthe Mautani residences.Hotel: 'Le Champlain'
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Day 5
At SeaAs your expedition vessel sails toward the Seychelles, relax in the spa, take in a series of enriching lectures and spend timewith the new friends you'''ve made.Hotel: 'Le Champlain'
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Day 6
Assumption Island, SeychellesArrive amid the Seychelles, a 115-island paradise of azurewaters, white sands and verdant mountains harboring adiverse wealth of marine and birdlife. This afternoon, arrive at Aldabra Atoll. Here, fourdistinct islands frame a large lagoon inhabited by Aldabragiant tortoise and flightless Aldabra rail.Hotel: 'Le Champlain'
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Day 7
Aldabra AtollThe day'''s excursions may include an exploration of Aldabra'''sreefs by Zodiac and coming ashore to beachcomb among thewhite sands.Hotel: 'Le Champlain'
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Day 8
Astove IslandCruise to the Outer Islands of the Seychelles, comingashore to explore historic Astove, an island renowned forits 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 endemicsouimanga sunbird or relax on the island'''s spectacularbeaches.Hotel: 'Le Champlain'
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Day 9
Farquhar AtollExplore Farquhar, the southernmost atoll in the Seychellesand an important nesting site for sea turtle. Here, you mightembark on Zodiac excursions, snorkel in a lagoon or relax onthe beach.Hotel: 'Le Champlain'
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Day 10
St. Franois AtollArrive at St. Fran''ois, the larger of the Alphonse Groupislands, an atoll harboring crab plover and Saunder'''s ternas well as green and hawksbill turtle. Your day of adventuremay feature Zodiac excursions, beach landings or snorkelingopportunities.Hotel: 'Le Champlain'
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Day 11
Poivre & Rmire IslandsToday, explore Poivre Island, a former outpost of theFrench colonial spice trade. The day'''s activities may includeZodiac excursions, a visit to a former coconut plantation orsnorkeling the island'''s shallow shelf reef. This afternoon,visit R''mire Island, where you find emerald waters teemingwith luminous fish and yet another gorgeous beach.Hotel: 'Le Champlain'
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Day 12
Aride & Curieuse IslandsCome ashore to explore Aride Island Nature Reserve'''sincredible granite cliffs and seabird colonies. Then, cruiseto Curieuse Marine National Park, where you might hikethrough a mangrove forest, snorkel, or take in the viewfrom Anse St. Jos'' Beach.Hotel: 'Le Champlain'
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 13
Praslin & La Digue IslandsCruise to Praslin Island, a palm-fringed paradise of tropicalforests and exotic birdlife. Here, your morning excursionmay include a trek through the giant palms of Vall''e de MaiNature Reserve. Sail onward to the port of La Digue, whereyou might tour the island via rugged camionette (coveredtruck), visit a vanilla plantation or take a guided cycling tourof the island'''s beaches. After a leisurely walking tour of thetown, return to your ship for a farewell dinner.Hotel: 'Le Champlain'
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Day 14
Mah, SeychellesAfter breakfast, disembark your ship in Victoria, whereyou might visit a perfume factory, rum distillery or localmarket. In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for yourflight.
Meals: Breakfast Lunch
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