10-Day Secluded Seychelles Yacht Charter: Outer Islands & Atolls
10 planned days, starting at Mahé (Port Victoria) to Alphonse Atoll (Flight) and finishing at Desroches Island (Departure). Stops include Mahé (Port Victoria) to Alphonse Atoll (Flight), Alphonse Atoll Exploration, St. François Atoll (Alphonse Group), Bijoutier Island & Poivre Atoll, Desroches Island 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 Victoria) to Alphonse Atoll (Flight)
- Final planned stop
- Desroches Island (Departure)
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Scenic flight to Alphonse Atoll
- Day 1Yacht boarding and welcome
- Day 1Snorkelling in the lagoon
- Day 1Sunset cocktails on the deck
- Day 2Fly-fishing excursion
- Day 2Snorkelling the outer reef
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 Victoria) to Alphonse Atoll (Flight)
Your adventure begins with a scenic flight from Mahé to Alphonse Atoll, where your luxury yacht awaits. Settle in and enjoy the stunning views of this remote paradise. The afternoon is spent exploring the calm waters around the atoll.
- Scenic flight to Alphonse Atoll
- Yacht boarding and welcome
- Snorkelling in the lagoon
- Sunset cocktails on the deck
- Anchorage
- Alphonse Atoll Lagoon
- Dining
- Onboard gourmet dinner
- DAY 02
Alphonse Atoll Exploration
Dedicate the day to exploring the diverse ecosystems of Alphonse Atoll. From fly-fishing in the flats to snorkelling the vibrant coral gardens, this atoll offers rich biodiversity.
- Fly-fishing excursion
- Snorkelling the outer reef
- Birdwatching on the island
- Paddleboarding around the lagoon
- Anchorage
- Alphonse Atoll Lagoon
- Dining
- Beach picnic on Alphonse Island
- DAY 03
St. François Atoll (Alphonse Group)
Sail to the uninhabited St. François Atoll, part of the Alphonse Group. This pristine atoll is a haven for marine life and offers exceptional diving and snorkelling in untouched waters.
- Diving St. François Atoll (certified divers)
- Exploring deserted sandbanks
- Spotting reef sharks and manta rays
- Photography of pristine landscapes
- Anchorage
- St. François Atoll Lagoon
- Dining
- Catch of the day BBQ
- DAY 04
Bijoutier Island & Poivre Atoll
Cruise towards the Amirantes Group, stopping at Bijoutier Island, a tiny, picturesque islet. Continue to Poivre Atoll, known for its extensive coconut plantations and rich marine life.
- Walking on Bijoutier's sandy shores
- Snorkelling around Poivre
- Exploring historical remnants on Poivre
- Stargazing in a dark sky environment
- Anchorage
- Poivre Atoll Lagoon
- Dining
- Themed dinner on board
- DAY 05
Desroches Island
Arrive at Desroches Island, the main island of the Amirantes. Explore its 14-kilometre-long beach and lush interior. The surrounding waters are a diver's dream, with dramatic drop-offs and coral formations.
- Cycling around Desroches Island
- Diving the 'Canyon' at Desroches
- Relaxing on pristine beaches
- Visiting the Giant Tortoise sanctuary
- Anchorage
- Desroches Island Marina
- Dining
- The Lighthouse Restaurant (Four Seasons Resort)
- DAY 06
St. Joseph Atoll
Sail to the stunning St. Joseph Atoll, a horseshoe-shaped coral reef enclosing a shallow lagoon. It's a sanctuary for nesting birds and juvenile fish, offering incredible opportunities for wildlife viewing.
- Exploring the St. Joseph lagoon by dinghy
- Birdwatching (frigatebirds, boobies)
- Observing juvenile sharks and rays
- Kayaking in the calm waters
- Anchorage
- St. Joseph Atoll Lagoon
- Dining
- Freshly caught sashimi and sushi
- DAY 07
D'Arros Island & Marie Louise Island
Visit D'Arros Island, a privately owned conservation area, and the nearby Marie Louise Island, known for its seabird colonies. These islands offer a chance to witness nature in its purest form.
- Guided nature walk on D'Arros (if permitted)
- Observing nesting seabirds on Marie Louise
- Snorkelling untouched reefs
- Photography of unique flora and fauna
- Anchorage
- Marie Louise Island (west side)
- Dining
- Under-the-stars dining on deck
- DAY 08
African Banks & Rémire
Cruise to the remote African Banks, a series of sand cays offering exceptional fishing and diving. Continue to Rémire (Eagle Island), a small, flat island with significant bird populations.
- Deep-sea fishing at African Banks
- Exploring the sand cays
- Birdwatching on Rémire Island
- Sunset cruise around the islets
- Anchorage
- Rémire (Eagle Island)
- Dining
- Gourmet BBQ on a deserted beach
- DAY 09
St. Joseph Atoll (Second Visit)
A return visit to St. Joseph Atoll allows for further exploration or revisiting favourite spots. Enjoy a final day of diving, snorkelling, or simply relaxing in this tranquil setting.
- Last chance for diving/snorkelling
- Relaxation on secluded beaches
- Enjoying yacht amenities
- Farewell dinner and celebrations
- Anchorage
- St. Joseph Atoll Lagoon
- Dining
- Chef's special farewell dinner
- DAY 10
Desroches Island (Departure)
Enjoy a final breakfast on board before disembarking at Desroches Island for your flight back to Mahé, carrying memories of an extraordinary Seychelles yacht charter to the remote Outer Islands.
- Leisurely breakfast on board
- Last views of the atoll
- Disembarkation at Desroches
- Flight back to Mahé
- Anchorage
- Desroches Island Marina
- Dining
- Light breakfast on yacht
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