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SHE SELLS SEASHELLS BY THE SEASHORE OF THE SEYCHELLES
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SHE SELLS SEASHELLS BY THE SEASHORE OF THE SEYCHELLES
Welcome to the Seychelles!An archipelago of 115 islands, most of them uninhabited, the Seychelles are about 930 miles from the African continent in the Indian Ocean.
The capital, Victoria, is located on the main island, Mahe, and is the base of the charter fleet.
The population of the Seychelles is about 100,000 and it is truly a multicultural society consisting mainly of Africans, Whites, Indians and Asians.
The country was discovered by the French and later became part of the British Empire, and after that, a member of the British Commonwealth. It became independent in 1976.
Main languages are English, French and Creole.
The country and surrounding sailing waters are absolutely safe.
HOW DO WE GET THERE?- No direct services
- Connections via London, Paris, Dubai, Istanbul, Johannesburg, Addis Ababa, Nairobi
- Cost is about $1,400.00/PP & RT, depending on dates booked
- No visa required
- No vaccinations required
The Newest “IN” Charter and Flotilla
Destination
- Truly off the beaten path
- What the BVI and Tahiti used to be
- Charter companies are discovering the area
- The people are friendly and welcoming
- Fabulous exotic gastronomy, a fusion of European, Asian and African
- Unspoiled, spectacular and protected nature
- Easy line of sight sailing from island to island
Reserve a day to visit Victoria and
its attractions
- The iconic “Little Big Ben” clocktower
- The colorful Hindu Temple
- The Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market where you can buy the freshest exotic fruits, vegetables, meat and fish. We can provision there
- The Senpa Esplanade Kiosks where local artisans sell their crafts
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
If you don’t feel ready to go it alone, you can
always join an ASA flotilla
- Some sailors feel they’d rather not go it alone on their first charter in a new area
- ASA flotilla sailing is an excellent option
- Either book by the cabin or charter and follow the flotilla
- Strength in numbers
- Flotilla leaders know the area and can show you places you would not find alone
- Make new friends with crew members
- Flotillas are a lot of fun
Our 8-day and7 nights flotilla
itinerary
Day 1: Mahe
Arrival at the marina in Victoria.
Welcome and check-in on boats.
Provisioning.
Drop the lines and sail along the NE coast of Mahe to Beau Vallonwith a spectacular white two-mile long beach.
Swimming, enjoying the beach.
Then on to Port Launay where we moor for the night.
Dinner on board.
Our 8-day and7 nights flotilla
itineraryDay 2: Navigation to Praslin.
Sailing passed Cousin and Cousine islands to Praslin, the second largest island of the archipelago.
We moor at Anse Lazio, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Lunch on board during the passage. Why not some fishing?
Relax on beach, swimming and snorkeling.
Dinner on board or at one of the onshore restaurants.
Our 8-day and7 nights flotilla
itineraryDay 3: Curieuse Island.
We leave Praslin for a short sail to Curieuse, a fascinating nature reserve with giant tortoises (they like to be petted…)
Barbecue for lunch on the beach, swimming in the crystal-clear waters off St. Pierre Island with plenty of snorkeling opportunities.
After the tortoises you will see their marine cousins, plenty of fishes and unique corals.
We cruise back to Praslin where we moor for the night in AnseGouvernement.
Our 8-day and7 nights flotilla
itineraryDay 4: Praslin, Vallee de Mai
Breakfast on board then a visit to the beautiful Vallee de Mai, home of the legendary Coco de Mer.
Short sail to Anse la Farine for lunch and snorkeling.
Short crossing from Praslin to La Digue Island, where we moor for the night in the harbor.
Dinner on board or in one of the local restaurants on the island.
Our 8-day and7 nights flotilla
itinerary
Day 5: La Digue Island.
Let’s visit this beautiful island. We can get a bicycle and discover some spectacular places like AnseCoco, Grande Anse, Petite Anse, the nature reserve of La Veuve, etc.
Marvel at the size of the granite boulders which can compete with the Baths in the BVI.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of this mysterious island.
We stay on board in La Digue for the night.
Dinner on board or ashore.
Our 8-day and7 nights flotilla
itineraryDay 6: Felicite and Cocos Islands.
Leave La Digue Harbor for the nearby islands of Felicite and Cocos, a real-life aquarium where you will be swimming and snorkeling with the sea turtles and colorful exotic fishes in their coral environment.
Relaxing in paradise with lunch and dinner on board.
Overnight mooring in the Bay of Felicite.
Our 8-day and7 nights flotilla
itineraryDay 7: Aride Island and back to Mahe
We are on our way back, sailing around Praslin and passing ArideIsland.
Let’s troll for some fish on the way back and you can rest assured that we will haul in some lunch for underway.
Once back in Victoria, we will have ample time to visit the city, relax and start sorting out our week’s memories.
Dinner on board or in one of the plentiful restaurants of the capital.
Overnight on our yacht.
Our 8-day and7 nights flotilla
itineraryDay 8: Bye Bye!
Time to disembark by 09:00.
Stay for a few days more or fly to Madagascar for more excitement?
We hope that you will have enjoyed your cruise and look forward to welcoming you on another one of our adventures.
I WANT TO GO THERE!HOW CAN I GET MORE INFO AND HOW DO I BOOK?
We make it very easy for you.
Just email us at [email protected] or call us at (941) 258-8890 and we will answer any questions you may have and make all the arrangements for you.
The cost per person for a flotilla is only $1,950.00 and includes flotilla fee, welcome cocktail and a flotilla souvenir.
Airfare, hotel accommodation before and after, transfers, onshore dinners, provisioning and final refueling are extra.
Provision, mooring fees and final refueling are costs shared equally by each yachts crew members who contribute about $200.00 per person to the yacht’s purse or kitty. The amount can vary based on the provisioning requirement of each yacht. Some yachts buy more than others.
SEE YOU THERE?
Capt. Jean & “Admiral” Mila De Keyser have been organizing sailing flotillas in cooperation with the American Sailing Association and with Sea Safaris Sailing School of Chicago since 2007.
They also act as charter brokers and will help you make your sailing vacation dreams come true.
For any additional information, visit our website: www.medsailingadventures.com
email us at: [email protected]
call us at (941) 258-8890
