7-Day Mahé Yacht Charter Itinerary: Inner Islands of the Seychelles
7 planned days, starting at Mahé (Port Launay) and finishing at Mahé (Beau Vallon). Stops include Mahé (Port Launay), Praslin (Anse Lazio), Praslin (Baie Ste Anne & Vallée de Mai), La Digue (Anse Source d'Argent), Curieuse Island & St Pierre Islet and further stops detailed below. Confirm the daily passages and shore plans with your captain before booking.
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Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Mahé (Port Launay)
- Final planned stop
- Mahé (Beau Vallon)
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Snorkelling in Port Launay Marine National Park
- Day 1Sunset views over the west coast
- Day 1Kayaking through mangrove channels
- Day 1Relaxing on Port Launay beach
- Day 2Swimming at Anse Lazio
- Day 2Snorkelling around the granite formations
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Mahé (Port Launay)
Begin your journey from the stunning Port Launay Marine National Park on Mahé's west coast. Settle into your yacht, enjoy the calm waters, and perhaps a first swim in the protected bay.
- Snorkelling in Port Launay Marine National Park
- Sunset views over the west coast
- Kayaking through mangrove channels
- Relaxing on Port Launay beach
- Anchorage
- Port Launay Bay
- Dining
- Creole barbecue on board
- DAY 02
Praslin (Anse Lazio)
Sail to Praslin, home to the world-renowned Anse Lazio. This beach is celebrated for its soft white sand, clear turquoise waters, and dramatic granite boulders, ideal for swimming and sunbathing.
- Swimming at Anse Lazio
- Snorkelling around the granite formations
- Hiking to a viewpoint overlooking the bay
- Exploring the beach's northern end
- Anchorage
- Anse Lazio Bay
- Dining
- Bonbon Plume (casual beachfront dining)
- DAY 03
Praslin (Baie Ste Anne & Vallée de Mai)
Explore the eastern side of Praslin, making your way to Baie Ste Anne. From here, venture inland to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Vallée de Mai, to witness the unique Coco de Mer palms.
- Visiting Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
- Spotting the black parrot
- Walking through the ancient palm forest
- Browsing local crafts in Baie Ste Anne
- Anchorage
- Baie Ste Anne Marina
- Dining
- Les Lauriers Restaurant (traditional Seychellois buffet)
- DAY 04
La Digue (Anse Source d'Argent)
A short cruise brings you to La Digue, famous for Anse Source d'Argent. Spend the day admiring its iconic pink-hued granite boulders and shallow, calm waters, perfect for families.
- Cycling around La Digue
- Relaxing on Anse Source d'Argent
- Visiting L'Union Estate for vanilla plantations
- Snorkelling in crystal-clear lagoons
- Anchorage
- La Passe Harbour
- Dining
- Zann's Takeaway (local creole street food)
- DAY 05
Curieuse Island & St Pierre Islet
Sail to Curieuse Island, a national park known for its giant Aldabra tortoises roaming freely. Later, snorkel around the picturesque St Pierre Islet, a small granite outcrop with abundant marine life.
- Interacting with giant tortoises on Curieuse
- Walking the boardwalk through mangrove forests
- Snorkelling at St Pierre Islet
- Barbecue lunch on Anse St José beach
- Anchorage
- Baie Laraie (Curieuse)
- Dining
- Onboard chef's special
- DAY 06
Cousin Island (Nature Reserve) & Aride Island
Visit Cousin Island, a dedicated nature reserve and bird sanctuary, requiring a guided visit. If conditions allow, proceed to Aride Island, another important birdlife haven with endemic species.
- Guided tour of Cousin Island's birdlife
- Observing rare seabirds (e.g., fairy terns)
- Learning about conservation efforts
- Snorkelling in the protected waters around Cousin
- Anchorage
- Offshore Cousin Island (day anchorage)
- Dining
- Freshly caught fish dinner
- DAY 07
Mahé (Beau Vallon)
Return to Mahé, anchoring at the lively Beau Vallon Bay. Enjoy the expanse of the beach, indulge in water sports, or simply relax before your departure. This marks the end of your Mahé yacht charter.
- Swimming and watersports at Beau Vallon
- Exploring local craft stalls
- Enjoying a final sunset cocktail
- Reflecting on the week's adventures
- Anchorage
- Beau Vallon Bay
- Dining
- La Plage Restaurant (beachfront dining)
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