East African Isles: Seychelles, Madagascar, Tanzania & Kenya
Victoria (Mahé) to Mombasa
Starting from
$11,849pp
Destination
Asia
Embark/Debark
14 Mar – 24 Mar 2029
Duration
10 nights
Itinerary
Compact, colorful capital for island-hopping vibes: Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market, botanical gardens, rum distillery tasting, and beach time at Beau Vallon.
Late night stay
Seychelles “wow” day: Vallée de Mai (coco de mer forest), Anse Lazio beach, snorkeling, and optional La Digue add-on by fast boat.
Reset day for onboard enrichment, spa, and positioning between Seychelles and the northern Madagascar region.
Wild landscapes and bays: Amber Mountain NP (waterfalls/lemurs), Three Bays beach run, and dramatic viewpoints over one of the world’s great natural harbors.
Tropical Malagasy island life: ylang-ylang plantations, Lokobe Reserve, Nosy Komba lemurs, and beach clubs/snorkeling.
French-flavored Indian Ocean stop with a protected lagoon: glass-bottom boat/snorkel, Saziley Beach, cultural market strolls, and lagoon wildlife spotting.
Positioning day before Tanzania; good for lectures on Swahili coast history and reef ecology.
UNESCO Swahili Coast ruins and a true hidden gem: guided walk through sultanate-era stone city remains and atmospheric island village life.
Gateway port for big-ticket safaris and culture: Saadani NP (closest safari option), city museums/markets, and optional Zanzibar-style coastal day trips.
Spice Island magic: Stone Town (UNESCO), spice farm tour, dhow sunset sail, beach resort day, and snorkeling/diving on nearby reefs.
Historic Swahili-Arab coastal powerhouse: Fort Jesus (UNESCO), Old Town alleys, beach escapes to Diani/Watamu, and longer-option safaris for top-tier programs.
Always Included
Government Taxes and Fees per guest are included in Cruise Fares. Trip delay and medical evacuation coverage included at no additional cost.
Exclusively on Polar Expeditions
Cultural immersion
Private charter jet service with private group transfers*
Enrichment lectures and destination briefings
Shore landings led by expert field guides
Escorted sightseeing safaris by Zodiac
Polar plunge
Atlas Ocean Voyages parka and vest
Use of knee boots
1-night pre-cruise hotel stay*
1-night post-cruise hotel stay on select Antarctica expeditions
*Available on Antarctica and select Arctic expeditions
Exclusively on Epicurean Expeditions
Cultural immersion includes culinary experience ashore, such as local market visits, specialty tastings and more
Josper Grill Dining Experience at 7AFT Grill
Culinary presentations and wine tastings
Cooking demonstrations and cuisine tastings
Events hosted by a Tastes & Traditions Expert on select expeditions
Atlas Ocean Voyages backpack
Exclusively on Cultural Expeditions
Cultural immersion
Enrichment programs and workshops on select expeditions
Authentic, local experiences and on board events on select expeditions