Seychelles Sailing Itinerary
Charter a yacht from our base on remote Mahé and penetrate even further into the Seychelles archipelago. Challenge yourself in the tricky sailing conditions of the Indian Ocean and enjoy exhilarating blue water sailing between distant, sparsely populated islands. On a bareboat charter vacation you can set your own itinerary – free to take in as many activities you like or simply sail on until sunset.
Seychelles one-week bareboat
Day 1
Eden Marina to St. Anne Marine Park
Your first day of sailing takes you from the luxurious yachting facilities of our base at Eden Marina to St. Anne Marine Park. You’ll skirt the southwestern coast of Ile au Cerf as you head for the dazzling turquoise waters and colourful reefs of St. Anne Marine Park. Explore the largest area of seagrass meadows in the granitic islands and keep your eyes peeled for green turtles, hawksbill turtles and bottlenose dolphins cruising in the water.The day’s sailing
0.5 hr Sailing time
Day 2
St. Anne Marine Park to Anse Lazio
Point your bow north and enjoy a few hours of exhilarating open-water sailing. You’re headed toward Anse Lazio on the northwest of Praslin Island. Nestled in the heart of a large turquoise bay and crowned by powder fine white sand, Anse Lazio has been consistently ranked as one of the best beaches in the world. Relax on the stunning sand or snorkel with turtles around the rocks at either end of the beach.The day’s sailing
3 hr Sailing time
Day 3
Anse Lazio to Curieuse Island/Anse Volbert
Today you’ll sail east along Praslin’s northern coast for Anse Volbert, stopping along the way at Curieuse Island. This designated marine national park is one of only two places in the world where you’ll find the intriguing coco de mer palm. Set aside some time to explore the large hawksbill turtle rookery on the island.The day’s sailing
1 hr Sailing time
Day 4
Curieuse Island/Anse Volbert to Baie St. Anne
Continue east along Praslin’s coast, passing stunningly beautiful and secluded Anse La Blague, one of the longest beaches on Praslin. You’ll follow the gentle curve of the coast and turn east into Baie St. Anne, a lovely bay crowned by a sleepy little town of the same name spread attractively along the waterfront. The town is filled with shops, restaurants and bars, as well as the scenic Anse Madge beach, an ideal place to relax.The day’s sailing
1 hr Sailing time
Day 5
Baie St. Anne to La Passe, La Digue
Today you’ll head away from Praslin, past the tiny island of Ile Ronde out into the blue waters of the Indian Ocean, heading for little La Passe on the island of La Digue. With just a handful of souvenir shops dotting the jetty and no cars to contend with, tiny, charming La Passe feels like you’ve stepped back in time.The day’s sailing
1 hr Sailing time
Day 6
La Passe, La Digue to Beau Vallon, Mahé
From the sublime splendour of La Digue, you’ll enjoy four hours of blue water sailing as you head back to beautiful Mahé. Point your bow in the direction of Beau Vallon, on Mahé’s northwest coast. Low key and quiet, Beau Vallon still offers an array of facilities and is known for its diving and snorkelling, thanks to its clear waters and coral reefs.The day’s sailing
4 hr Sailing time
Day 7
Beau Vallon to Eden Marina
On the last day of your Mahé bareboat sailing holiday you’ll head out from Beau Vallon and return to our base at Eden Marina. Head north, hugging Mahé’s stunning coastline, past lush greenery, towering granite rocks and shimmering strips of white sand. Use any time you have remaining to explore the private beaches and shopping plaza at Eden Marina.The day’s sailing
2 hr Sailing time
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