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20 Night Safari the Seychelles and Indian Ocean and Land Journey and Land Tour

From Nairobi to Mombasa
  • Emerald Raiya
  • La Cucina Terrace
  • Sky Bar
  • Sky Deck & Spa Pool
  • Oceanview Suite
  • Balcony Suite
  • Deluxe Balcony Suite
  • Terrace Suite
  • Yacht Suite
  • Owner's Suite
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Emerald Raiya

Emerald Cruises
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14351576
  • Departs: Sat, Dec 23, 2028
  • Returns: Thu, Jan 4, 2029
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    Oceanview $19,323
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    Suite $23,199
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    Itinerary Summary

    Tour Features and Highlights

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Dec 15, 2028
    Day
    1
    Nairobi, Kenya
    • Nairobi, Kenya
    Jambo - Welcome to Kenya. Upon arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Nairobi, Kenya's colorful capital city. Meet your experienced driver-guide at the hotel this evening. Overnight Stay: Nairobi

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Dec 16, 2028
    Day
    2
    Nairobi, Kenya
    • Nairobi, Kenya
    • Land Travel
    • Nanyuki, Kenya
    • Land Travel
    • Samburu National Reserve, Kenya
    Your thrilling African safari begins this morning as you head north via Nanyuki to the Samburu Game Reserve. Set in the rugged, semi-arid northern region of Kenya, Samburu enchants visitors with spectacular landscapes. Within the reserve, enjoy a two-night stay at the Sarova Shaba Game Lodge. Set off on your first safari drive this afternoon. Samburu is visited by large herds of elephants, drawn by the promise of water. This is one of the best places to find several endemic northern species, including the reticulated giraffe, the Somali ostrich, and the endangered Grevy's zebra. The Samburu culture is a truly fascinating one, sharing a great deal of ancestral and linguistic ties to the Maasai. Two-night Stay: Samburu Game Reserve ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Dec 17, 2028
    Day
    3
    • Samburu National Reserve, Kenya
    Today, enjoy morning and afternoon game drives. The entire Samburu region is a place of breathtaking beauty, a place where the vision of a deep red sunset silhouetting the doum palms along the river brings a magical end to a memorable day on safari. Visit a Samburu manyatta (or village) and see what daily life is like in this harsh landscape. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Dec 18, 2028
    Day
    4
    • Samburu National Reserve, Kenya
    • Land Travel
    • Thomson's Falls, Kenya
    • Land Travel
    • Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya
    After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park with a brief stop en route at Thomson's Falls for a breathtaking view of the magnificent views. Lake Nakuru ranks as one of Africa's finest game-viewing parks and a natural habitat for a variety of animal species, including prides of lions, Cape buffalo, waterbucks, warthogs, the endangered Rothschild giraffe, Burchell's zebra, impala, and the elusive leopard, among many others. Lake Nakuru National Park is also one of the best places to spot the endangered black and white rhino, while more than 300 bird species have been recorded here. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Dec 19, 2028
    Day
    5
    • Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya
    • Land Travel
    • Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
    Visit the Mission in Action Orphanage and hear the fascinating tale of how it was established by an Australian family. Continue to the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya's most famous game reserve, which offers breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife. Arrive at your tented camp, your home for the next three nights. Enjoy lunch and some time at leisure before you depart on an exciting game drive. The rolling plains and grasslands, stretching into the horizon as far as the eye can see, are the habitat of the black-maned lion, the savannah elephant, the Cape buffalo, wildebeest, the elusive leopard, cheetah, the spotted and striped hyena, the rhino, topi, Burchell's zebra, and the Maasai giraffe, among many others. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Dec 20, 2028
    Day
    6
    • Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
    Enjoy a full day in the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Visit a traditional Maasai Village and experience the culture of this world-famous community. The Maasai still live as they have done for centuries. This is an incredible opportunity to interact with these East African semi-nomadic people and experience their way of life, as you learn first-hand about their customs and traditions. DiscoverMORE: Hot Air Balloon Safari (extra expense) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Dec 21, 2028
    Day
    7
    • Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
    Today, enjoy another day of game drives with an opportunity to see more of Africa's 'Big Five' that the Masai Mara is world-famous for: lion, savannah (African) elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard, and the black rhino. This evening, enjoy dining under the starry African skies.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Dec 22, 2028
    Day
    8
    • Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
    • Air Travel
    • Nairobi, Kenya
    This morning, bid farewell to your driver-guide and thrilling safari before your flight back to the Kenyan capital, Nairobi. This afternoon, you'll pay a visit to the Giraffe Centre, followed by the fascinating Karen Blixen Museum. Enjoy an early dinner at the Carnivore Restaurant before transferring to your hotel Overnight Stay: Nairobi ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Dec 23, 2028
    Day
    9
    Nairobi, Kenya
    • Nairobi, Kenya
    • Air Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 9 - Saturday - Dec 23, 2028
    Day
    9
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Victoria, Seychelles
    • La Digue, Seychelles
    Transfer to the airport for your flight to Mahe, Seychelles. Your cruise begins in Mahe Island, the largest island of the Seychelles and home of the capital, Victoria. Here, you'll board your luxury Emerald yacht and begin your voyage through the Seychelles and along the East African coast. You will sail to La Digue later in the night. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 24, 2028
    Day
    10
    La Digue, Seychelles
    • La Digue, Seychelles
    • Praslin Island, Seychelles
    La Digue Island is the smallest of the three populated islands in the Seychelles. Things move slowly here, with almost no cars on the island and most transport undertaken by horse or ox cart. The island is fringed by world-famous beaches. One of the most recognizable is Anse Source d'Argent - it has pink-hued sands contrasting with granite boulders and aquamarine waters. Sail to Praslin Island after lunch. Praslin, the second-largest island in the Seychelles, is visually stunning with tropical jungle-fringed beaches, azure waters, and powdery sand. Anse Lazio beach has been voted one of the world's best beaches several times, and there's a dazzling reef just offshore brimming with coral and marine life. On land, coconut palms and granite boulders create a picture-postcard landscape. In the center of the island, discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve, a compact area of palm forest that has remained almost unchanged since prehistoric times. ...
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    Monday - Dec 25, 2028
    Day
    11
    • Amirante Islands, Seychelles
    The Amirante Islands are known for their pristine beauty, the ideal haven for nature lovers and adventurers. Their isolated location and untouched environment make them an ideal destination for diving, fishing, and wildlife observation. Here, you could take a stroll or hike under the canopy of exotic palm trees, where various bird species can be spotted. ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 26, 2028
    Day
    12
    • Alphonse Group, Seychelles
    Whether you're an angler, diver, birdwatcher, or simply a lover of nature and tranquility, the Alphonse Group offers a unique and unforgettable experience. It has one of the world's healthiest climates, which creates an incredible biome of diversity.
    Wednesday - Dec 27, 2028
    Day
    13
    • Farquhar, Seychelles
    The Farquhar Group is made up of ten islands and atolls covering an area of 370 square kilometers (142 square miles). You will explore the sparkling lagoon encircled by this ring-shaped atoll dotted with coconut and casuarina trees. Hawksbill and green sea turtles come to the atoll to nest and several of the Farquhar Group's islands are important biodiversity hotspots. ...
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    Thursday - Dec 28, 2028
    Day
    14
    • Aldabra Group, Seychelles
    Aldabra Atoll is a remarkable and remote atoll in the most south-westerly part of the Seychelles, closer to the African coast than to Mahe. It's one of the largest atolls in the world and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its outstanding natural beauty and significant biodiversity. ...
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    Friday - Dec 29, 2028
    Day
    15
    • Aldabra Group, Seychelles
    Spend another day exploring the fascinating Aldabra Atoll. The atoll comprises four large coral islands that enclose a shallow lagoon. This ecosystem supports a variety of flora and fauna, many of which are unique to the atoll. Notably, Aldabra is home to the world's largest population of giant tortoises, with an estimated 150,000 living here. One of the largest species of tortoise in the world, they can reach up to 350 kilograms and live for more than 150 years. Today, access to Aldabra is strictly monitored to minimize human impact on the environment. ...
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    Saturday - Dec 30, 2028
    Day
    16
    • Aldabra Group, Seychelles
    • At Sea
    The marine life around Aldabra is diverse and plentiful. The atoll's lagoon provides a habitat for numerous species of fish, molluscs, crustaceans, and various types of corals. Hawksbill and green turtles nest on the atoll's beaches, and the surrounding waters are frequented by manta rays, sharks, and dolphins. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 31, 2028
    Day
    17
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Relish the nautical adventure of a lifetime with a relaxing day at sea as you sail west across the Indian Ocean. Enjoy the lavish comforts of your luxury yacht - ascend to the Sky Deck to drink in panoramic views or relax in the Observation Lounge.
    Monday - Jan 1, 2029
    Day
    18
    • Kilwa Kisiwani, Tanzania
    Sitting just off the coast of Tanzania, Kilwa Kisiwani is a captivating UNESCO World Heritage Site. The island was a significant trade hub from the 13th to the 16th centuries with much of the gold, silver, pearls, perfumes, and other goods traded in the Indian Ocean passing through here. Ruins cover the island, with palaces, bathing pools, and prisons excavated. The most striking site is the Great Mosque, the oldest standing mosque on the East African coast. With its 16 domed and vaulted bays, the mosque's grand architecture reflects the city's golden age. ...
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    Tuesday - Jan 2, 2029
    Day
    19
    • Mafia Island, Tanzania
    Sail north to Mafia Island, one of Tanzania's hidden gems. It has an incredibly diverse landscape, dotted with coconut and cashew nut plantations, palm trees, tidal mangroves, and plump baobab trees standing in vast African savannah grasslands. The island is also famous for its population of whale sharks, attracting visitors who wish to swim alongside these gentle giants. The best time to see whale sharks is usually between October and February. ...
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    Wednesday - Jan 3, 2029
    Day
    20
    Zanzibar
    • Zanzibar
    Continue north to Zanzibar, an island off the coast of Tanzania. Once known as the 'Spice Island', Zanzibar has a rich history in the spice trade and it's still a major producer of cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and black pepper. Stone Town is the historic heart of Zanzibar and a UNESCO World Heritage Site - the narrow streets lined with coral-stone buildings blend African, European, and Indian influences. ...
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    Thursday - Jan 4, 2029
    Day
    21
    Mombasa, Kenya
    • Mombasa, Kenya
    Your time on board your luxury Emerald yacht comes to an end in Mombasa, a coastal city in southern Kenya that was the first capital of British East Africa. It's a melting pot of cultures from all corners of Africa and the Indian Ocean. From your yacht, you'll be transferred to the airport for your journey home or to continue your travels. Please book your flight to depart out of Mombasa after 1 PM.; Notes: The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Emerald Cruises cannot guarantee the cruise will be operated unaltered from the itinerary stated above. ...
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