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Seven centuries ago, Kilwa Kisiwani was the richest city on the East African coast, the sultanate that controlled the gold trade between Great Zimbabwe and the world. Today its UNESCO-listed ruins stand quietly on an island off southern Tanzania: the coral-stone Great Mosque begun in the 12th century, the sprawling clifftop palace of Husuni Kubwa from the early 1300s, and crumbling merchant houses threaded with mangrove shoreline. Almost no overland safaris come here, which is the point; the way in is by sea, on the small-ship sailings that pair Zanzibar with the southern coast. For history-minded travelers it is the single most evocative stop on the Tanzanian shore. Ask a specialist which sailings call here for your dates.
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Giant tortoise walking on a sandy beach in Seychelles.
from $20,800
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The Coralline Seychelles & Zanzibar, Tanzania

Mahe to Zanzibar - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Watch seabirds at Remire
  • Visit Alphonse & Saint-François
  • Kayak Farquhar island lagoons
  • Experience Pemba Island
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Mahe Island / Zanzibar
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Your 11-day Coralline Seychelles, Zanzibar, & Tanzania cruise aboard Aqua Lares, begins in Mahé, the largest island in the Seychelles, before sailing through remote atolls & islands rich in biodiversity. Along the way, explore pristine marine habitats, ancient trading ports, & cultural landmarks shaped by centuries of Arabian & African influence.
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A close-up view of Aldabra giant tortoises in their natural Seychelles habitat.
from $18,540
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Zanzibar, Tanzania & the Coralline Seychelles

Zanzibar to Mahe - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Explore Zanzibar
  • Explore Kilwa’s ancient ruins
  • Dive Aldabra’s coral atoll
  • Snorkel Astove Wall Reef
  • Kayak and flyfish in Farquhar Water
  • Birdwatch across Seychelles
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Zanzibar / Mahe Island
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Set sail on Aqua Lares for an 11-day luxury cruise through Zanzibar, Tanzania, and the Coralline Seychelles. Explore Kilwa ruins, snorkel Aldabra reefs, kayak Farquhar lagoons, see giant tortoises and seabirds, with dining and guided wildlife tours.
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A snorkeler walking along a white sandy beach.
from $23,570
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Zanzibar, Tanzania & The Coralline Seychelles

Zanzibar to Mahe - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Explore Misali Island’s forest
  • Uncover Pemba Island treasure
  • See mangroves, forests & wildlife
  • Relax on Zanzibar's remote island
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Zanzibar / Mahe Island
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Fishing, Scuba Diving, Kayaking
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Embark on a 12-day luxury cruise aboard Aqua Lares from Zanzibar through Tanzania to the Seychelles. Explore Misali and Pemba’s reefs, Kilwa Kisiwani’s ruins, Aldabra’s giant tortoises, Astove’s “underwater canyon,” and Saint-Francois, Alphonse, and Remire—while enjoying expert guides, fine dining, and serene sailing.
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Giant Aldabra tortoise from the Seychelles resting on sand.
from $19,800
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The Coralline Seychelles & Zanzibar, Tanzania

Mahe to Zanzibar - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Dive Astove underwater canyon
  • Watch seabirds at Remire
  • Kayak Farquhar island lagoons
  • Explore Kilwa Kisiwani ruins
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Mahe Island / Zanzibar
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Variable
Experience a 12-day Coralline Seychelles, Zanzibar, and Tanzania cruise aboard Aqua Lares. Snorkel and scuba dive vibrant reefs, kayak and flyfish in clear waters, observe giant tortoises and seabirds, and explore historic ruins and pristine islands.
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Stone town, Zanzibar
from $9,504
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Wild Isles & African Grandeur

Mombasa to Mahe - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Atlas Adventurer
  • Explore Mombasa’s rich heritage
  • Discover Zanzibar’s rich culture
  • Explore Kilwa’s ancient ruins
  • Encounter Madagascar’s unique wildl
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Mombasa / Mahe Island
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Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Rainforest Exploration, Whale Watching, Local Market Visits
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Discover East Africa and the Indian Ocean on an 11-day cruise from Mombasa to Victoria aboard Atlas Adventurer. Discover Swahili heritage in Mombasa, Zanzibar, and Kilwa Kisiwani, encounter wildlife and marine life in Mayotte and Madagascar, and explore the Seychelles, including Praslin’s Vallée de Mai and Mahe's Victoria before disembarking.
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Beautiful beaches of Praslin
from $9,149
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East African Isles

Mahe to Mombasa - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Atlas Adventurer
  • Explore Mahe Landscapes
  • Visit Madagascar Parks
  • Discover Kilwa History
  • Experience Zanzibar Culture
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Mahe Island / Mombasa
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Variable
Discover the western Indian Ocean on this 11-day cruise from Mahe to Mombasa aboard Atlas Adventurer. Visit Mahe, Praslin, Madagascar, Mayotte, Kilwa Kisiwani, and Dar es Salaam, with scenic navigation across the Indian Ocean, wildlife, UNESCO World Heritage sites, beaches, and cultural landmarks.
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Aerial view of tropical island Zanzibar in the Indian ocean in Tanzania, East Africa
from $24,990
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Seychelles and Indian Ocean Adventure

Mahe - Mombasa - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia
  • Explore La Digue’s pink beaches
  • Discover Praslin’s lush jungle
  • Experience Amirante’s atolls
  • Observe Aldabra’s unique wildlife
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Mahe Island / Mombasa
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Village Visits
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Embark on a 13-day cruise from Mahe to Mombasa aboard the Emerald Kaia, exploring the Seychelles' islands like La Digue and Praslin, and the remote Farquhar Atoll. Experience unique wildlife, stunning scenery, and cultural gems like Kilwa Kisiwani's ancient mosque and Zanzibar's coastal beauty.
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