Choose to fly from a variety of airports included within the price.
Wi-Fi
Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi is provided, allowing you to stay connected throughout your voyage.
Drinks
A selection of drinks is included with lunch and dinner, featuring wine, beer, and soft drinks. Additional beverages outside of meal times or premium selections may be available for purchase.
Tips
All onboard gratuities are covered in your fare, ensuring you won't need to worry about tipping during your cruise.
Specialty Dining
All onboard meals are included, featuring a variety of dining options. Specialty dining experiences are part of the inclusive package, ensuring a diverse culinary journey without extra charges.
Excursions
Many shore excursions are included in your fare, offering guided experiences at various ports of call. Emerald Cruises' EmeraldDISCOVERY program provides an included excursion nearly every day, with options to join EmeraldPLUS, EmeraldACTIVE, and DiscoverMORE excursions for a more in-depth exploration, some of which may incur additional costs.
Entertainment
Choose from a variety of things to entertain yourself including restaurants, bars, theatre, pools and much more.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks from the buffet and main dining restaurants are all included. Meals from the specialty dining restaurants are additional.
Accommodation
Your cabin is included in the price of the cruise.
Port Fees & Taxes
No surprises. All port fees and taxes are included in the price.
Extras
Parking
Car parking at the port or airport for the duration of your trip is not included within the price of the cruise. Port/airport parking can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add this to your package. An approximate cost for parking is between £12 - £20 per car per day. Alternatively we can arrange transfers from your home to the departure airport/port.
Insurance
Insurance is not included in your package. We've partnered with Holiday Extras. They have 40 years of experience and offer excellent insurance cover for your holiday. Their flexible policies offer cruise-specific cover, so you can rest assured that you are completely covered when you go away. Get a Holiday Extras insurance quote
Transfers (home to port)
Transfers from your home to the port or airport aren't included but we can help organise coach transfers, taxis etc to make your life easier. Please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package.
Visa
Visas are not provided by us or the cruise operator. Visas and other travel documents have to be obtained by the individual passengers prior to sailing.
We've partnered with The Travel Visa Company for all your visa needs. They will be able to provide tailored advice and for a fee, assist with arranging your documents.
Ship Facilities
Emerald Raiya - By Emerald Yacht Cruises
Good for couplesExplorationInformalSmall ShipYacht style
All offers and prices are subject to change and availability at time of enquiry. Prices are based on two passengers sharing unless otherwise stated and are subject to the Tour Operator's terms and conditions. Cabin and Flight supplements may apply. Other supplements may apply in addition to the price shown above. Flight details, timings and routing may be subject to alteration. Other tour operator charges may also apply. Any Onboard Spending money or drinks package value shown will be per cabin, again based on two sharing.
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Talk to a Cruise Expert
Our cruise experts will help you pick the perfect cruise line, ship and destination.
We can tailor any package to suit your holiday needs: Add or extend hotel stays, arrange flights and find the best cabin location for you.
Say goodbye to your current destination, for it’s time to head somewhere new! Flight information will be available closer to your embarkation date, but this will be when you’re hopping on a plane to continue your adventure – be that travelling somewhere new, or heading home.
Mahe, Seychelles
DAY 1
26 Mar 2028
Time at Port: TBD
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Cousin Island
DAY 2
27 Mar 2028
Time at Port: TBD
Cousin Island stands as a powerful testament to ecological restoration, having transformed from a quiet plantation into a thriving indigenous forest. Because it is a dedicated sanctuary, the wildlife here has no fear of humans, allowing you to walk within arm’s reach of nesting seabirds and ancient giant tortoises. Whether you are spotting rare endemic warblers in the canopy or watching Hawksbill turtles emerge from the turquoise surf to nest, the island offers an incredibly intimate connection with nature. It is a raw, vibrant pocket of the Seychelles where conservation efforts have successfully brought the original landscape back to life.
Things to do in Cousin Island:
Ranger Led Nature Walks
A Ranger Led Nature Walk on Cousin Island is an intimate journey through one of the world's most successful conservation stories. Led by expert wardens, the trek takes you under a lush canopy of indigenous woodland where rare species like the Seychelles Warbler and Magpie Robin thrive. Because the island is a predator-free sanctuary, the wildlife is remarkably fearless; you’ll find yourself standing inches away from nesting White Terns and Noddies that remain completely undisturbed by your presence. Along the way, rangers share fascinating insights into the island's restoration, pointing out endemic lizards and giant tortoises while navigating a landscape that feels like a prehistoric open-air zoo.
Hike to the Granitic Outcrop
The hike to the granitic outcrop on Cousin Island is a short but steep ascent that rewards you with the island’s most breathtaking panoramic view. As you climb the ancient rock formations, the dense canopy opens up to reveal a stunning 360-degree vista of the sapphire Indian Ocean and the nearby sister island, Cousine. From this soaring vantage point, you can watch white-tailed tropicbirds and frigatebirds gliding effortlessly at eye level, their white plumage stark against the deep blue sky. It is a peaceful, elevated sanctuary that offers a sense of the island's true isolation and its remarkable recovery as a wild, thriving ecosystem.
Hawksbill Turtle Watching
Watching Hawksbill turtles on Cousin Island is a rare and moving spectacle, as it is one of the few places in the world where these critically endangered creatures frequently nest in broad daylight. Between October and January, you can witness the ancient ritual of a female emerging from the turquoise surf, laboriously hauling herself across the white sand to find a nesting spot among the coastal vines. Because the island is a strictly protected sanctuary, the turtles feel secure enough to lay their eggs just feet away from quiet observers. Standing in silence as one of these prehistoric mariners returns to the ocean is a powerful reminder of the island’s vital role as the most important Hawksbill rookery in the Western Indian Ocean.
Praslin
DAY 3
28 Mar 2028
Time at Port: TBD
Praslin is a laid-back, breathtakingly beautiful, and romantic island in the Seychelles that is home to some of the world's best beaches, including Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette, as well as immaculate white-sand beaches, turquoise oceans, and lush tropical forests. It is the archipelago's second-largest island, offering a quieter, more relaxed pace of life than Mahé but yet providing modern facilities and convenient access to snorkelling and boating trips.
Things to do in Praslin:
Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
The Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve on Praslin Island, is a living "Garden of Eden" and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The reserve contains a natural palm forest that has remained essentially unchanged for thousands of years, giving visitors the impression of stepping back in time. It's a lush, cool, and shaded palm forest known for its huge Coco de Mer nuts and uncommon Black Parrots.
World-Class Beaches
Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette on Praslin Island are postcard-perfect tropical paradises with fine white sand, turquoise waves, and a distinctive granite boulder, frequently named among the world's top beaches. Anse Lazio is easily accessible, lively, and known for its superb swimming, but Anse Georgette provides a private, tranquil "hidden paradise" experience accessible by scenic walk or boat.
Curieuse Island
A day trip to Curieuse Island is usually regarded as a highlight of any Seychelles holiday, providing a combination of wildlife encounters, light adventure, and breathtaking coastal scenery. Located within a 10-15 minute boat journey from Praslin, it is well known for being home to around 200-300 Aldabra giant tortoises that roam freely across the island. You may closely view them, feed them leaves, and visit a tortoise nursery.
La Digue
DAY 4
29 Mar 2028
Time at Port: TBD
A remarkable near-motor-free island in the Seychelles, La Digue is a veritable paradise in the Indian Ocean and a truly stunning destination to visit at any time of the year. Being just 3 km wide and 5 km long, it really is the definition of a hidden gem among the tropical holiday hotspots in the region. With beautiful beaches and shallow seas only accessible by foot, a rich nature reserve home to an array of endemic species and diverse wildlife, and some sensational seafood restaurants, this laid-back destination will be one you won’t soon forget.
Curieuse - Overnight onboard
DAY 4-5
29 Mar 2028
Time at Port: TBD
Curieuse Island is a small, rugged sanctuary in the Seychelles, located just over a kilometre off the northern coast of Praslin. Easily reached by a short 15 minute boat ride, this bio reserve is famous for its distinctive bare red soil and lush mangrove forests. It is one of the only places on Earth where the legendary Coco de Mer palm grows wild and serves as a vital protected home for hundreds of free roaming Aldabra giant tortoises. Without hotels or permanent residents, the island remains an untouched wilderness where you can trek through tidal swamps and relax on pristine, sun-drenched beaches.
Things to do in Curieuse - Overnight onboard:
Hike the Mangrove Boardwalk
The Mangrove Boardwalk on Curieuse Island is a fascinating trek through one of the Seychelles’ most vital ecosystems. Spanning the distance between Baie Laraie and Anse St. José, the elevated wooden path winds through a sprawling tidal swamp where massive, prehistoric-looking mangrove trees rise from the brackish water on intricate, stilted roots. As you walk, you can spot giant land crabs scurrying through the mud and rare birds nesting in the canopy, all while the "red earth" hills provide a striking backdrop. It is a quiet, shaded journey that showcases the island’s incredible biodiversity and the natural coastal barriers that protect this unique wilderness.
Visit the Doctor’s House
The Doctor’s House is a beautifully preserved colonial villa at Anse St. José that offers a poignant glimpse into the island’s history as a former leper colony. Built in 1873, the house now serves as a museum, featuring informative displays about the island's unique flora and fauna alongside stories of the residents who once lived in isolation there. Its elegant Creole architecture, with wide verandas and white stone walls, provides a stark, graceful contrast to the rugged tropical wilderness surrounding it.
Snorkel at St. Pierre Islet
St. Pierre Islet is a tiny, picture perfect granite outcrop that offers some of the most iconic snorkelling in the Seychelles. Underwater, the island's rocky base transforms into a bustling reef where you can drift through clear, sunlit waters alongside schools of sergeant majors and colourful parrotfish. It’s a spectacular natural aquarium where the granite boulders provide a dramatic backdrop for spotting rays and sea turtles just beneath the surface.
Aride Island
DAY 6
31 Mar 2028
Time at Port: TBD
Aride Island is the Seychelles’ most pristine sanctuary, a rugged nature reserve where over a million seabirds outnumber humans. The adventure begins with a thrilling boat landing on white sands, leading to forest trails teeming with rare magpie robins, giant tortoises, and hawksbill turtles. Climbing to the island’s summit reveals a spectacular sight: thousands of frigatebirds soaring over sheer cliffs against a vast sapphire ocean. It is a raw, loud, and breathtaking encounter with nature at its most untouched.
Things to do in Aride Island:
Guided Wildlife Trek
Why not try a Guided Wildlife Trek on Aride Island? An immersive journey through a prehistoric landscape where rare, endemic species thrive without fear of humans. Led by expert rangers, you’ll navigate lush forest trails to spot the elusive Seychelles Magpie Robin and the delicate Seychelles Warbler, while giant tortoises lumber through the undergrowth. The air is thick with the calls of thousands of nesting seabirds, creating a raw, surround-sound experience of nature. Reaching the island's summit offers the ultimate reward: a dizzying view from sheer cliffs where frigatebirds soar over a vast, untouched wilderness.
Search for Giant Tortoises
Encountering Aldabra giant tortoises on Aride Island is like finding living fossils in their own private Eden. These prehistoric creatures wander freely across the forest floor, their slow, steady pace providing a serene contrast to the island’s bustling birdlife. Seeing them in the wild allows you to witness their prehistoric scale and tranquil nature in a habitat where they have no natural predators. Whether resting under the canopy of endemic trees or grazing on the lush greenery, these gentle giants are a soulful reminder of the island’s deep-rooted commitment to preservation.
The Cliffside Viewpoint
The Cliffside Viewpoint offers the most breathtaking spectacle on Aride, where the island’s lush greenery drops away into sheer granite precipices. From this soaring vantage point, you look down upon a vast sapphire sea while thousands of Frigatebirds and Tropicbirds swirl through the air, riding the wind currents at eye level. The combination of the crashing surf far below and the endless horizon creates a powerful sense of being at the world’s edge, providing a rare, panoramic window into one of the Indian Ocean’s most vibrant avian kingdoms.
Mahe, Seychelles - Overnight onboard
DAY 7-8
01 Apr 2028
Time at Port: TBD
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Flight departs
DAY 8
Time at Port: TBD
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