Itinerary
- Day 1
Mombasa
Your cruise kicks off in Mombasa where you'll meet up with your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht. Make sure your flight gets you there before 1:00 PM so you have time to settle in and get oriented before departure.
- Day 2
Zanzibar
Today takes you to Zanzibar, the Spice Islands sitting off the East African coast. Stone Town is your main stop here, the historical core and a UNESCO World Heritage site where narrow streets blend African, European, and Indian architecture together in this former trade hub.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Zanzibar Stone Town UNESCO World Heritage site
- Explore Stone Town's narrow streets and coral-hewn houses
Optional Activities
- Spice plantation tour
- Additional Stone Town exploration
Landmarks/POIs Stone Town 
- Day 3
Mafia
You'll head to Mafia Island, which has coconut and cashew plantations, palm trees, mangroves, and baobab trees scattered across it. The island's really known for whale sharks, and if you're here between October and February, you've got good chances of spotting them in the waters around the island.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Mafia Island landscapes and plantations
Optional Activities
- Swim with whale sharks (seasonal, October-February)
- Wildlife observation
Landmarks/POIs Mafia Island - Day 4
Kilwa Kisiwani
Kilwa Kisiwani is next, a UNESCO site off Tanzania's southern coast with serious historical weight. This was a major trade hub from the 13th to 16th centuries, and you'll see the Great Mosque there, which is the oldest standing mosque on the entire East African coast with its distinctive sixteen domed and vaulted bays.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Kilwa Kisiwani UNESCO World Heritage site
- Explore the Great Mosque
Optional Activities
- Archaeological site exploration
- Historical interpretation tours
Landmarks/POIs Kilwa Kisiwani Great Mosque - Day 5
At Sea
Today's a day to kick back at sea and use what the yacht has to offer. Spend time at the infinity-style pool looking out at the horizon, head up to the Sky Deck for those panoramic views, or find a quiet spot in the Observation Lounge if you prefer something more relaxed.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Use yacht amenities including infinity pool, Sky Deck, and Observation Lounge
- Day 6
Aldabra Atoll
Late morning brings you to Aldabra Atoll in the southwestern Seychelles, a UNESCO site that's actually closer to Africa than to Mah\u00e9. You're looking at one of the world's largest atolls here, and the biodiversity and natural landscape make it really something special to see up close.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Aldabra Atoll
- Shore visits and outings with discovery leader
Optional Activities
- Wildlife observation
- Beach exploration
Landmarks/POIs Aldabra Atoll - Day 7
Aldabra Atoll
You'll continue exploring Aldabra's marine world, checking out the lagoon and what lives in it. Lots of fish species, molluscs, crustaceans, and corals fill the waters. Keep your eyes open for hawksbill and green turtles nesting, plus manta rays, sharks, and dolphins moving around in the surrounding area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Aldabra's marine environment
- Shore visits and outings with discovery leader
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling or diving
- Marine wildlife observation
- Beach walks
Landmarks/POIs Aldabra Atoll - Day 8
Aldabra Atoll
Another day at Aldabra lets you dig deeper into this unique spot. The atoll has four large coral islands surrounding a shallow lagoon with its own distinct plants and animals. The real draw here is the giant tortoises, roughly 100,000 of them, which is the largest population in the world.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Aldabra's unique ecosystem
- Giant tortoise habitat viewing
- Shore visits and outings with discovery leader
Optional Activities
- Guided nature walks
- Island exploration
- Photography opportunities
Landmarks/POIs Aldabra Atoll - Day 9
Farquhar Group
The yacht heads to the Farquhar Group, ten islands and atolls covering 370 square kilometres total. You'll explore the bright lagoon ringed by this atoll with its coconut and casuarina trees dotting the landscape. Hawksbill and green sea turtles nest on the islands, so you might catch sight of them during your time here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Farquhar Group lagoon and islands
- Shore visits and outings with discovery leader
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling or diving
- Beach walks
- Wildlife observation
Landmarks/POIs Farquhar Group - Day 10
Alphonse Group
You're sailing to the Alphonse Group of atolls next. Whether you fish, dive, watch birds, or just want some peace and quiet, these atolls have something for you. The climate here is one of the healthiest on Earth, which supports an incredible range of life and natural diversity.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Alphonse Group atolls
- Shore visits and outings with discovery leader
Optional Activities
- Fishing excursions
- Diving
- Birdwatching
- Nature observation
Landmarks/POIs Alphonse Group - Day 11
Amirante Islands
The Amirante Islands come up next, known for their untouched beauty and isolation. It's ideal if you want to dive, fish, or watch wildlife in a setting that feels removed from everything else. You can walk or hike around beneath the exotic palms and spot different bird species as you go.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Amirante Islands
- Shore visits and outings with discovery leader
Optional Activities
- Diving excursions
- Fishing
- Hiking and nature walks
- Birdwatching
Landmarks/POIs Amirante Islands - Day 12
Praslin and La Digue
Praslin, the second biggest island in the Seychelles, is your next destination with its jungle-fringed beaches and turquoise waters. Anse Lazio beach is one of the world's best beaches and sits right there for you to explore, plus the Vall\u00e9e de Mai Nature Reserve is a UNESCO site worth seeing. After lunch, you'll cruise over to La Digue Island where Anse Source d'Argent beach awaits with its pink sand, granite boulders, and aquamarine waters.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Praslin Island
- Explore Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve UNESCO World Heritage site
- Visit La Digue Island
- Shore visits and outings with discovery leader
Optional Activities
- Anse Lazio beach swimming and snorkeling
- Reef exploration at Anse Lazio
- Anse Source d'Argent beach visit
- Island hiking and exploration
Landmarks/POIs Praslin Island Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve Anse Lazio La Digue Island Anse Source d'Argent 
- Day 13
Mahé
Your Emerald Cruises journey wraps up at Mah\u00e9 Island where you'll leave the yacht and get transferred to the airport. From there, you'll head home or continue on to your next destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Mahé Island 
