Seychelles & Indian Ocean Adventure
Seychelles & Indian Ocean Adventure
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About Mombasa
You may well find yourself in Mombasa for a few hours or an overnight stop. The city (which is actually an island linked to the mainland by a ferry) is the second oldest trade center with Arabia and the Far East. Today it still plays an important role as the main port for Kenya. Although it lacks the beautiful beaches of the north and south, it has a rich, fascinating history. Visit the Old Town with its narrow streets lined with tiny shops and souks (markets). The Old Harbour, frequented by numerous dhows, is an ideal place to arrange a short cruise on one of these local boats that have plied the oceans for centuries. Fort Jesus, designed by an Italian and built by the Portuguese in the late 16th century, is a major visitor draw and well worth a visit. In summer there's an impressive sound-and-light show.
About Zanzibar
This ancient isle once ruled by sultans and slave traders served as the stepping stone into the African continent for missionaries and explorers. Today it attracts visitors intent on discovering sandy beaches, pristine rain forests, or colorful coral reefs. Once known as the Spice Island for its export of cloves, Zanzibar has become one of the most exotic flavors in travel, better than Bali or Mali when it comes to beauty that’ll make your jaw drop.Separated from the mainland by a channel only 35 km (22 miles) wide, and only 6 degrees south of the equator, this tiny archipelago—the name Zanzibar also includes the islands of Unguja (the main island) and Pemba—in the Indian Ocean was the launching base for a romantic era of expeditions into Africa. Sir Richard Burton and John Hanning Speke used it as their base when searching for the source of the Nile. It was in Zanzibar where journalist Henry Morton Stanley, perched in an upstairs room overlooking the Stone Town harbor, began his search for David Livingstone.The first ships to enter the archipelago's harbors are believed to have sailed in around 600 BC. Since then, every great navy in the Eastern Hemisphere has dropped anchor here at one time or another. But it was Arab traders who left an indelible mark. Minarets punctuate the skyline of Stone Town, where more than 90% of the residents are Muslim. In the harbor you'll see dhows, the Arabian boats with triangular sails. Islamic women covered by black boubou veils scurry down alleyways so narrow their outstretched arms could touch buildings on both sides. Stone Town received its odd name because most of its buildings were made of limestone and coral, which means exposure to salty air has eroded many foundations.The first Europeans who arrived here were the Portuguese in the 15th century, and thus began a reign of exploitation. As far inland as Lake Tanganyika, slave traders captured the residents or bartered for them from their own chiefs, then forced the newly enslaved to march toward the Indian Ocean carrying loads of ivory tusks. Once at the shore they were shackled together while waiting for dhows to collect them at Bagamoyo, a place whose name means, "here I leave my heart." Although it's estimated that 50,000 slaves passed through the Zanzibar slave market each year during the 19th century, many more died en route.Tanganyika and Zanzibar merged in 1964 to create Tanzania, but the honeymoon was brief. Zanzibar's relationship with the mainland remains uncertain as calls for independence continue. "Bismillah, will you let him go," a lyric from Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody," has become a rebel chant for Zanzibar to break from Tanzania.Zanzibar Island, locally known as Unguja, has amazing beaches and resorts, decent dive spots, acres of spice plantations, the Jozani Forest Reserve, and Stone Town. Plus, it takes little more than an hour to fly there. It's a popular spot to head post-safari.Stone Town, the archipelago's major metropolis, is a maze of narrow streets lined with houses featuring magnificently carved doors studded with brass. There are 51 mosques, 6 Hindu temples, and 2 Christian churches. And though it can rightly be called a city, much of the western part of the larger island is a slumbering paradise where cloves, as well as rice and coconuts, still grow.Although the main island of Unguja feels untouched by the rest of the world, the nearby islands of Pemba and Mnemba offer retreats that are even more remote. For many years Arabs referred to Pemba as Al Khudra, or the Green Island, and indeed it still is, with forests of king palms, mangos, and banana trees. The 65-km-long (40-mile-long) island is less famous than Unguja except among scuba divers, who enjoy the coral gardens with colorful sponges and huge fans. Archaeology buffs are also discovering Pemba, where sites from the 9th to the 15th century have been unearthed. At Mtambwe Mkuu coins bearing the heads of sultans were discovered. Ruins along the coast include ancient mosques and tombs. In the 1930s Pemba was famous for its sorcerers, attracting disciples of the black arts from as far away as Haiti. Witchcraft is still practiced, and, oddly, so is bullfighting. Introduced by the Portuguese in the 17th century, the sport has been improved by locals, who rewrote the ending. After enduring the ritual teasing by the matador's cape, the bull is draped with flowers and paraded around the village.Beyond Pemba, smaller islands in the Zanzibar Archipelago range from mere sandbanks to Changu, once a prison island and now home to the giant Aldabra tortoise, Chumbe Island, and Mnemba, a private retreat for guests who pay hundreds of dollars per day to get away from it all.
About Kilwa Kisiwani
About Aldabra Atoll
A hidden gem in a faraway archipelago, Aldabra Atoll is one of the last virtually untouched sanctuaries on earth.
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Aldabra Atoll is formed by 4 large coral reef islands and 40 smaller islands and rocks. It is one of the world’s most wild and remote regions with the larger reefs surrounding a shallow lagoon teeming with black-tipped sharks, sea turtles and manta rays in the centre of the atoll. Aldabra Atoll truly is a spectacular wonder that is rich in wildlife with Aldabra giant tortoises outnumbering the human population in Seychelles.
About Aldabra Atoll
A hidden gem in a faraway archipelago, Aldabra Atoll is one of the last virtually untouched sanctuaries on earth.
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Aldabra Atoll is formed by 4 large coral reef islands and 40 smaller islands and rocks. It is one of the world’s most wild and remote regions with the larger reefs surrounding a shallow lagoon teeming with black-tipped sharks, sea turtles and manta rays in the centre of the atoll. Aldabra Atoll truly is a spectacular wonder that is rich in wildlife with Aldabra giant tortoises outnumbering the human population in Seychelles.
About Aldabra Atoll
A hidden gem in a faraway archipelago, Aldabra Atoll is one of the last virtually untouched sanctuaries on earth.
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Aldabra Atoll is formed by 4 large coral reef islands and 40 smaller islands and rocks. It is one of the world’s most wild and remote regions with the larger reefs surrounding a shallow lagoon teeming with black-tipped sharks, sea turtles and manta rays in the centre of the atoll. Aldabra Atoll truly is a spectacular wonder that is rich in wildlife with Aldabra giant tortoises outnumbering the human population in Seychelles.
About Farquhar Islands
The Farquhar Island is part of the Farquhar Group of islands in the Seychelles and was one of the earliest of the Outer Islands to be discovered. Its coral strewn lagoon is teeming with exotic coral and fish who dance in the crystal-clear waters. The salt-water paradise attracts only the most serious of anglers due to its unique variety of species that live here.
About Alphonse Islands
Alphonse Island is an authentic, unspoiled island experience in the Seychelles.
Beautiful white-sand beaches lined with palm trees mark a break between the crystal-clear waters and dense natural forest, of which both are thriving with wildlife. Bijoutier Island is a very small island that sits within the St. François Atoll.
The uninhabited land takes its name from the French word, bijoutier, meaning "jeweller" and it is indeed a land of jewels. In 2007 the Island Conservation Society established a conservation centre on Alphonse to manage conservation on both Bijoutier and Alphonse.
About Amirantes Islands
About Praslin Island
Forty kilometers (25 miles) northeast of Mahé, Praslin is just a 15-minute flight or 45-minute ferry ride away. Praslin, at 11 km (7 miles) long and 4 km (2.5 miles) wide, is the second-largest island in the Seychelles. First settled as a hideaway by pirates and Arab merchants, the island's original name, Isle de Palmes, bears testament to its reputation as home of the Vallée de Mai UNESCO World Heritage Site: the only place in the world where the famous Coco de Mer, the world's heaviest nut, grows abundantly in the wild. Praslin's endemic palm forests shelter many rare species, and the island is a major bird-watching destination. Surrounded by a coral reef, majestic bays, and gorgeous beaches, Praslin is much quieter and less developed than Mahé. With few real "sights," the pleasures of Praslin largely involve relaxing in or exploring its stunning beaches and fantastical forests.
About La Digue
La Digue Island is an island like no other. It is the smallest of the three populated islands in the Seychelles, but the tranquillity will make it feel like you’re the only one there.
The stunning surroundings should be soaked up from cycling through the vanilla plantations to lying on the white-sandy beaches, your time on La Digue should be cherished.
There is a little more to do on La Digue compared to the smaller, uninhabited islands where you can enjoy full moon tours, surfing and snorkelling with a local.
About Mahé
Like jade-coloured jewels in the Indian Ocean, the more than 100 Seychelles Islands are often regarded as the Garden of Eden. Lying just four degrees south of the equator, the Seychelles are some 1,000 miles (1,610 km) from the nearest mainland Africa. Little more than 200 years ago, all 115 islands were uninhabited. Then in 1742 a French ship dispatched from Mauritius sailed into one of the small bays. Captain Lazare Picault was the first to explore these unnamed islands. He encountered breathtaking vistas of rugged mountains, lagoons, coral atolls, splendid beaches and secluded coves. After Picault sailed away, the islands remained untouched for the next 14 years. Then France took possession of the seven islands in the Mahé group. During an expedition Captain Morphey named them the Sechelles, in honour of Vicomte Moreau de Sechelles. This name was later anglicised to Seychelles. The first settlers arrived at St. Anne’s Island in 1770; 15 years later the population of Mahé consisted of seven Europeans and 123 slaves. Today there are about 80,000 Seychellois, the majority of whom live on Mahé; the rest are scattered in small communities throughout the archipelago. The people are a fusion of three continents - Africa, Asia and Europe. This has created a unique culture and the use of three languages - Creole, French and English. Mahé is the largest island in the archipelago and the location of the capital, Victoria. Ringed by steep, magnificent mountains, few capitals can claim a more beautiful backdrop. The town features a mixture of modern and indigenous architecture; it is the centre of business and commerce thanks to the extensive port facilities. Noteworthy sites in Victoria are the museum, cathedral, government house, clock tower, botanical gardens and an open-air market. The major attractions are found outside of town where the island’s quiet, lazy atmosphere delights visitors. With 68 pristine, white sand beaches, Mahé boasts more beaches and tourist facilities than any of the other Seychelles Islands. Beautiful and remote Mahé with its green-clad mountains and palm-fringed beaches is indeed an island of abundance; pleasant surprises are around every bend in the trail. Come ashore and discover for yourself this marvellous island paradise.
Our oversized Owner’s Suites are the largest and most opulent, located on the Pool Deck. Boasting a separate bedroom, lounge area and large private terrace, it's a dreamy spot from which to admire the stunning views of each port you visit.
Your suite includes:
- Your own private terrace
- Separate bedroom and lounge area
- Walk-in wardrobe
- King-size or twin hotel-style beds with the finest Egyptian cotton linen
- Pillow menu
- Bathroom with bathtub and shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer
- Complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Welcome bottle of champagne
- Fruit platter on arrival
- Pre-dinner canapés
- After-dinner sweets
- Complimentary mini-bar, restocked daily
- Complimentary water, restocked daily
- Flat-screen HDTV and infotainment system
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Individual climate control
- Coffee and tea-making facilities
- Room service available during mealtimes
- Four laundered items daily
- Personal safe
- Umbrella
- Telephone
Positioned at the back of the Observation Deck, you’ll be treated to sensational ocean and coastal views from your own private terrace. You’ll also receive a number of luxury inclusions to help you make the most of your time in your Yacht Suite.
Your suite includes:
- Your own private terrace
- Walk-in wardrobe
- King-size or twin hotel-style beds with the finest Egyptian cotton linen
- Pillow menu
- Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer
- Complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Welcome bottle of champagne
- Fruit platter on arrival
- Complimentary mini-bar, restocked daily
- Flat-screen HDTV and infotainment system
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Individual climate control
- Coffee and tea-making facilities
- Room service available during mealtime
- Two laundered items daily
- Personal safe
- Umbrella
- Telephone
Our spacious Terrace Suites take pride of place at the back of the Panorama Deck. As the name suggests, you’ll enjoy a private oversized terrace, where you’ll be able to relax and take in the views as you sail into the world’s prettiest ports.
Your suite includes:
- Your own private terrace
- King-size or twin hotel-style beds with the finest Egyptian cotton linen
- Pillow menu
- Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer
- Complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Welcome bottle of champagne
- Fruit platter on arrival
- Complimentary mini-bar, restocked daily
- Complimentary water, restocked daily
- Flat-screen HDTV and infotainment system
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Individual climate control
- Coffee and tea-making facilities
- Room service available during mealtimes
- Two laundered items daily
- Personal safe
- Umbrella
- Telephone
Our Deluxe Balcony Suites are conveniently located on the Pool Deck and feature their own private balcony. With just two of these suites per yacht, you’ll benefit from having extra space for your assured comfort.
Your suite includes:
- Your own private outdoor balcony
- Separate bedroom and lounge area
- King-size or twin hotel-style beds with the finest Egyptian cotton linen
- Pillow menu
- Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer
- Complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Fruit platter on arrival
- Complimentary mini-bar, restocked daily
- Complimentary water, restocked daily
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen HDTV and infotainment system
- Individual climate control
- Coffee and tea-making facilities
- Room service available during mealtimes
- Mini-bar
- Personal safe
- Umbrella
- Telephone
Divided between the Observation and Panorama decks, our Balcony Suites are your stylish home away from home. With everything you need for a great night’s sleep, we’ve carefully designed these suites to help you relax after a day of exploration.
Your suite includes:
- Your own private outdoor balcony
- King-size or twin hotel-style beds with the finest Egyptian cotton linen
- Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer
- Complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Complimentary water, restocked daily
- Coffee and tea-making facilities
- Flat-screen HDTV and infotainment system
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Individual climate control
- Mini-bar, restocked daily
- Personal safe
- Umbrella
- Telephone
Situated on the Emerald Deck, towards the front of the yacht, our Oceanview Staterooms are bigger than the average standard, offering excellent value for money.
Your suite includes:
- An ocean-view window
- King-size or twin hotel-style beds with the finest Egyptian cotton linen
- Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer
- Complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Complimentary water, restocked daily
- Coffee and tea-making facilities
- Flat-screen HDTV and infotainment system
- Complimentary Wi-Fi Individual climate control
- Mini-bar, restocked daily
- Personal safe
- Umbrella
- Telephone
Emerald Kaia
Launched in April 2026, Emerald Kaia is a next-generation luxury yacht designed to redefine your yacht cruise experience. Accommodating only up to 128 guests, you'll enjoy enhanced social spaces, from the innovative Wellness Deck and Sky Deck to the new Observation Sun Deck. With expanded dining venues, including the new Night Market Grill and Soléa Bar & Bistro, and even more spacious suites & staterooms, every detail has been thoughtfully considered to elevate your journey at sea.
Ship Facts
| Launch Year | 2026 | ||||||||
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| Language | en | ||||||||
| Gross Tonnage | N/A | ||||||||
| Length | 120 | ||||||||
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| Currency | EUR | ||||||||
| Speed | N/A | ||||||||
| Capacity | 128 | ||||||||
| Crew Count | 92 | ||||||||
| Deck Count | 6 | ||||||||
| Cabin Count | 64 | ||||||||
| Large Cabin Count | N/A | ||||||||
| Wheelchair Cabin Count | N/A | ||||||||
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Sky Deck
- Spa Pool (1)
- Sky Bar (2)
- Lift (3)
- Sky Deck Cabanas (4)
Pool Deck
- Elevators (3)
- Aqua Café (5)
- Aqua Pool (6)
- Owner's Suite
- Balcony Suite
- Deluxe Balcony Suite
Panorama Deck
- Lift (3)
- Life Boats (8)
- Navigation Bridge (7)
- Balcony Suite
- Terrace Suite
Observation Deck
- Spa Pool (9)
- Observation Sun Deck (10)
- Observation Lounge (11)
- Self-Service Laundry (12)
- Yacht Suite
- Balcony Suite
- Lift (3)
Emerald Deck
- Elevators (3)
- Amici Bar & Lounge (13)
- Reception (14)
- Boutique (15)
- Night Market Grill (16)
- La Cucina Terrace (18)
- La Cucina Dining (17)
- Oceanview Stateroom
Wellness Deck
- Elevators (3)
- Medical Center (19)
- Elements Spa (20)
- Sauna (21)
- Infrared Sauna (22)
- Hairdresser (23)
- Tender Boat (24)
- Zodiac (25)
- Gym (26)
- Marina Lounge (27)
- Marina Deck (28)
Delectable dining on board our yachts
Nothing beats sitting down to ocean-fresh seafood and savouring the flavours of each destination, accompanied by the perfect sommelier-paired wine. With elegant dining venues and an attentive service team, your meals promise to be among the highlights of your luxury yacht cruise with us.
Explore the fresh local flavours of the regions you sail through
We believe that food should reflect regional flavours, which is why our chefs source fresh local ingredients as you sail, creating meals that capture authentic cuisine no matter where your journey takes you.
Discover amazing drinking and dining experiences
Food and drink run deep through culture, which is why exciting dining events form part of selected yacht cruise itineraries. Entwined within our EmeraldDISCOVERY collections, these experiences will highlight the tastes of each region you travel through.
Aqua Pool & Cafe
Light bites under the sun
At the Aqua Pool Café, a selection of flatbreads pack a punch with a range of fillings, and revitalising gelato satisfies your sweet tooth. Or, if you need a caffeine boost, grab a delicious coffee to go.
Night Market Grill
An intimate dining experience
Exclusive to Emerald Kaia, revel in one of our most unique on board dining venues. Available at an additional cost, the Night Market Grill provides an intimate setting for just eight guests, with a professionally trained chef cooking delicious cuisine in front of you on the Asian-inspired grill top.
Available on Emerald Kaia at additional cost.
La Cucina
Our premier on board dining spot
Enjoy fine à la carte dining, as well as sumptuous breakfasts and lunches in the serene setting of our spacious La Cucina Dining, taking inspiration from the path you're navigating. This stylish restaurant boasts ample space and you can expect fresh, locally sourced dinners, thoughtfully crafted by our expert chefs. If you prefer to dine alfresco, head out to the adjoining Terrace to enjoy your meals under the sun.
Emerald Kaia features an open kitchen, so you can watch chefs preparing your tasty meals.
Unwind or catch up with friends in spacious social spaces
From the chilled and relaxed vibe of the Amici Bar & Lounge to the open-air surrounds of the Pool Deck and the serene Observation Lounge, you’ll find plenty of spaces on board to enjoy the company of new-found friends or to take a moment for yourself.
An innovative yacht experience
Take in stunning vistas from the Observation Deck. Swim in the infinity-style Aqua Pool or take a leisurely dip in the Spa Pool. Unwind in the innovative infrared sauna and, on selected days, enjoy swim stops off the Marina Platform.
Observation Sun Deck
An inviting venue at the bow, now with sun beds and Spa Pool - always with spectacular views.
Sky Bar
A drink with a view
Fancy taking in stunning vistas with your favourite cocktail? Head the Sky Bar on the Sky Deck and choose from our extensive drinks menu. And, if you need to cool off from the sun, why not take a dip in the nearby Spa Pool?
Aqua Pool
Take a leisurely dip in the infinity-style Aqua Pool, located at the aft of the yacht on the sun-kissed Pool Deck. Enjoy al fresco light refreshments at the Aqua Café while admiring expansive views of stunning panoramas unfolding before you.
Marina Lounge
Enjoy swim stops and marina toys from the Marina Platform, now enhanced with an interior lounge