Destination: Seychelles
Praslin and Mahe (6-7 Nights) | From $255++/night
s.v. sea pearl Quick Pitch
Adapting the rustic charm of the early 1900s, this traditional sailing schooner offers guests comfortable accommodation and modern amenities while exploring the islands of Seychelles. The vessel is managed by Silhouette Cruises, and its special history offers guests a unique voyage with a distinct Seychelles twist. Guests can expect to explore some of the island's most exclusive and hidden locations while sailing on the S.V. Sea Pearl.
Why You'll Like the S.v. sea pearl
- Traditional sailing schooner with modern amenities
- Crew focused on service and hospitality
- Explore some of the best diving in the Indian Ocean
- Sea & sports activities as well as land excursions
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Accommodations - Facilities - Schedule & Rates - Dive Info & Itineraries
Dive Overview
Seychelles offers some of the best diving in the Indian Ocean. The Outer Islands consist of 74 coral atolls and reef islands. The three inner islands of Mahé, Praslin and La Digue are where most of the tourism and scuba diving industry is located. Wreck dives are available in some areas, while wall dives, drop-off dives and drift diving opportunities might only be found on the islands to the south.
[See: Seychelles Dive Travel Guide]
Accommodations
Types of Cabins, Amenities and Photos
S.v. sea pearl Overview
The Sea Pearl offers 8 guest cabins that can be separated into Category A and B. Category A contains cabins that offer a double bed with extra bunks, while Category B features single bunks beds suitable for two individuals. All cabins are fully air-conditioned and come with a washbasin. Bathroom facilities are compartmentalized and shared by all the guests for the duration of the cruise. The cabins and bathrooms are cleaned daily.
General Facilities
S.v. sea pearl Boat Features
- Sun deck with mattress and bow-net hammock
- Covered back deck/lounge
- Saloon with TV, DVD, and stereo
- 4 showers and 3 toilets
- Deck shower
Food & Drinks Aboard S.v. sea pearl
The chefs aboard the S.V. Sea Pearl prepare diverse creations for every meal aboard. Using local ingredients, a mouth-watering blend of authentic Creole cuisine and internal staples is created. Breakfast typically features fresh fruit alongside the chef's preparations, while lunch and dinner are served buffet-style and offer a culinary tour of the archipelago with influences from all around the world.
S.v. sea pearl DECK PLAN
Schedule & Rates
SV. Sea Pearl Schedule & Rates
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Rates & Availability
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Dive Information & Itineraries
Weekly 7-night Cruise Itinerary from November to April
- Day 1 - Saturday
- Embarkation at the Inter-Island Quay followed by the Captain's welcome briefing. Depart Port Victoria sailing from Mahé to a late afternoon anchorage at Round Island, just off the isle of Praslin. In the evening, introduce yourself to Creole cuisine with a welcome barbecue dinner onboard.
- Day 2 - Sunday
- Disembark on Praslin, Seychelles' second-largest inhabited island, for a visit to the famous World Heritage Site, the Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve. Explore the valley's eerie pathways beneath its canopy of massive palms, before returning onboard for afternoon opportunities to dive, snorkel or enjoy other water sports
- Day 3 - Monday
- A morning sail brings the vessel to La Digue, a sleepy island community where ox-carts and bicycles still remain the most common mode of transportation throughout the island. Explore the entire island by bicycle, perhaps stopping by Union Estate, a sprawling network of traditional island activities, including a copra mill, vanilla plantation, and shipyard.
- Day 4 - Tuesday
- In the morning the vessel sails toward Grande Soeur and Petite Soeur (the Sisters) for excellent snorkeling and diving, and for a relaxing visit of these unique and completely uninhabited tropical islands. In the afternoon, visit Coco Island, one of Seychelles’ tiny granite jewels, a fantastic spot for snorkeling within a kaleidoscope of tropical fish.
- Day 5 - Wednesday
- Sail to Booby Island for a morning of diving and watersports. After lunch, sail to Aride Island, a globally important nature reserve with more native bird species than any other island, including five endemics and the world's largest population of 3 species (Lesser Noddy, Audubon's Shearwater and Seychelles Warbler), which can be seen along a spectacular nature trail.
- Day 6 - Thursday
- In the morning disembark at Curieuse for a visit of this virtually uninhabited island, to explore its mangrove forest and giant tortoise farm. After a barbecue lunch on the island, enjoy an array of water sports or simply relax and enjoy the island's beautiful beach and turquoise waters.
- Day 7 - Friday
- After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely sail back towards Mahé, with a last stop at St. Anne for more snorkeling or diving, followed by a farewell barbecue. The vessel overnights in the Ste Anne Marine Park.
- Day 8 - Saturday
- After an early breakfast, disembarkation is at 08.30am at Inter-Island Quay.
WEEKLY 6-NIGHT CRUISE ITINERARY FROM May to October
- Day 1 - Saturday
- Embarkation from Anse Possession, Praslin followed by the Captain’s welcome briefing. Spend the day at leisure with different water activities in this scenic cove, named for the stone of possession placed in this area by French explorers to stake their claim to the island more than 200 years ago. Final embarkation is followed by a sunset sail to Curieuse Bay. In the evening, introduce yourself to Creole Cuisine with a welcome barbecue onboard
- Day 2 - Sunday
- In the morning, disembark at Curieuse for a visit of this virtually uninhabited island, to explore its mangrove forest and giant tortoise farm. After a barbecue lunch on the island, enjoy an array of water sports or simply relax and enjoy the island’s beautiful beach and turquoise waters.
- Day 3 - Monday
- A morning sail brings the vessel to La Digue, a sleepy island community where ox-carts and bicycles still remain the most common mode of transportation throughout the island. Explore the entire island by bicycle, perhaps stopping by Union Estate, a sprawling network of traditional island activities, including a copra mill, vanilla plantation, and shipyard.
- Day 4 - Tuesday
- Sail to Praslin, Seychelles’ second-largest inhabited island, for disembarkation to the famous World Heritage Site, the Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve. Explore the valley’s eerie pathways beneath its canopy of massive palms, before returning onboard for afternoon opportunities to dive, snorkel or enjoy other water sports.
- Day 5 - Wednesday
- Sail towards Cousin Island off the coast of Praslin, for a morning visit of this strictly protected nature reserve, famed for its sea bird colonies and also as a sanctuary for Seychelles’ rare endemic land birds and other native species. After lunch, the afternoon is yours to spend at leisure or to take advantage of snorkeling and diving opportunities off the isle of Praslin.
- Day 6 - Thursday
- Sail to Anse Lazio, one of the most beautiful beaches in Praslin, and arguably, all of Seychelles – the perfect place for a day of swimming, snorkeling and other water sports, or supreme relaxation in one of the most stunning settings in the world. In the evening, enjoy a sunset sail back to Curieuse Bay to soak in the world’s only granitic ocean islands one last evening.
- Day 7 - Friday
- After an early breakfast, disembarkation is at 08.30am at Anse Possession, Praslin.
Other Information
S.v. sea pearl Boat Specifications
- Vessel: 2-Mast Topsail Schooner
- Built: 1915 (Rebuilt: 1992, 1999)
- Sail Area: ca.520sqm
- Dimensions: 35 x 6.6 x 2.75m
- Draft: 2.75m
- Height: 1.90m
- Build: Riveted Steel
- Displacement: 155 tons
- Main Engine: Cummins MPC 300hp
- Speed of Engine: 7 knots
- Echo Sounder: Standard Horizon
- Fish Finder: Furuno
- GPS: Valsat
- Navetex: JMC-NT-9000
- Radar: Furuno FR-711N
- Tender Boat: 6m Mini Mahe 55 hp
- Electricity: 380V, 220V, 24V
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