Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Seychelles archipelago during this one-week sailing trip, and discover some real insider's tips, as well as some of the whitest beaches on planet Earth. A sailing trip with the Sea Star or Sea Bird is a real treat, and offers the chance to explore several islands in one trip.
Type
Yacht with 9 Rooms
Departure
Saturdays
Duration
7 nights
Highlights
- Honeymooners
- Laundry service
- Air-conditioning
- Snorkelling
- Bar
- Scuba diving
- Kayak
- Fishing
- Stand-up paddle
Board
- Fullboard
Check-in / Check-out
- Check-in from 10:30
- Check-out until 08:30
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Just perfect. Wonderful crew, great itinerary.
Translation (DE): GoogleTranslateEinfach perfekt. Wunderbare Crew, tolles Reiseprogramm.
Everything was perfect, organized and with a great crew. 100% recommend!
Translation (DE): GoogleTranslateEs war alles perfekt, organisiert und mit einer tollen Crew. 100% zu empfehlen!
Important information
Price Information
Please note that the child rates are merely indicative and may vary. Please contact our reservations team for further information. If booking a Double cabin for 1 adult and 2 children or 2 adults and
Further information
This travel offer is not suitable for people with reduced mobility (please contact the SeyVillas team for more information or if you have any questions on this topic).
Cancellation Policies
The following specific cancellation policy applies to this cruise:
31 days or more before arrival = cancellation fee of 20% of the total cost
23 - 30 days before arrival = cancellation fee of 35% of the total cost
22 days before arrival = cancellation fee of 50% of the total cost
16 - 21 days before arrival = cancellation fee of 60% of the total cost
8 - 15 days before arrival = cancellation fee of 75% of the total cost
0 - 7 days before arrival (or in case of no-show) = cancellation fee of 90% of the total cost
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Did you find a better offer for this accommodation? Please do not hesitate to send us the quote that you have received and we will do our best to match the offer. It is our main priority to offer you the best possible price!
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7 Reasons to Book with SeyVillas
A stress-free holiday from start to finish
Enjoy a stress-free booking process...
Book your entire trip conveniently and easily. We will organise your flights, hotels, transfers and everything else for your own custom itinerary. Once your trip is planned, we will provide you with all the necessary documents and travel tips. All you have to do is look forward to your holiday!
...and a stress-free holiday
And when you arrive, you then get to relax in the beautiful Seychelles! Our trusted local partners are there for you from your arrival to your departure. They will welcome you at the airport, assist you with all transfers as well as moving between accommodations and are on hand to help you with any problems. The SeyVillas team are also available to get in touch with during your holiday! You can call us or send us an e-mail at any time.

Your holiday is 100% customisable
Decide on every detail of your trip yourself...
Organise your dream trip without compromise! With SeyVillas you have full control over every detail of your personalised trip. Choose the islands you want to visit, decide how long you want to stay on each island, decide on your accommodation, choose your activities, how you want to get around the islands and much more!
...with the help and support of a specialised team.
The SeyVillas team is always on hand to help with your itinerary and give you exclusive insider tips. Enjoy the flexibility of a customised trip with the professional support and safety of an experienced tour operator.

Carefree travel with legal protection
Travel to a new country with peace of mind...
Travelling to a new country for the first time can be challenging. We're here to give you the peace of mind that your holiday will be hassle and stress free. SeyVillas is a member of the German Travel Association (DRV) and when you book with us, your accommodation will be exactly what you expect. You don't have to worry about scams, unpleasant surprises or unreliable service providers. All the accommodation and activities we offer are regularly inspected by our local team to ensure they meet our high quality standards.
...and enjoy legal protection.
All SeyVillas travel packages are legally protected. Should anything go wrong during your trip, we at SeyVillas are there to help you. We will deal with any problems that arise and manage refunds or other claims on your behalf at no extra cost to you. In addition, you are legally protected against the insolvency of both the tour operator and each individual service provider of the package holiday, as well as the arranged services that count as associated travel services. All payments made for your package are protected under German law in accordance with Section 651 BGB and EU Directive 2015/2032, as Seyvillas GmbH is one of the protected travel providers in the German Travel Guarantee Fund (DRSF).
Professional advice and personalised service
Take advantage of our in-depth knowledge of the Seychelles...
Did you know that SeyVillas specialises exclusively in the Seychelles? Our expertise is based on years of experience, regular stays on the islands and feedback from thousands of customers. We know all of our accommodations inside out and will advise you on the perfect choice to suit your taste, budget and needs. We can also help you plan your island itinerary and choose the best activities and attractions. Our team will also be happy to assist you with any special requests and occasions, be it a wedding, travelling with a baby or special dietary needs. Simply share whatever you need with your personal SeyVillas contact.

High-quality accommodation for every taste and budget
Discover more than 400 hotels, resorts, apartments, villas and guesthouses in the Seychelles.
Browse our website and choose the accommodation that suits you best. We offer a wide range of accommodation to match all price ranges. Whether it be an apartment, a hotel or resort, you can be sure that each property meets the highest standards, which we regularly check through site visits.
Each property is shown onsite comprehensively, with detailed photos of interiors and exteriors, a map, a video tour and information on the nearest beaches and restaurants. The photos and videos are taken by our own photographers, ensuring an accurate and honest representation of the accommodation. Have fun browsing our website and dreaming of your holiday in paradise!

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Save money by booking with us! SeyVillas offers a best price guarantee. Our accommodation prices are the cheapest you can find online. Should you discover a better deal, we will do our best to match that price. There's no need to worry about hidden costs or unnecessary fees - we're completely transparent about our hotel prices and offers.
...and stay within your budget.
When you book with us, we work hard to meet your total budget. Our team is always up to date with all the latest offers and discounts and knows exactly how to combine them to offer you the best price. We also know the best honeymoon, anniversary and wedding discounts to apply and will recommend where possible.
Insider tips for planning your perfect holiday
Plan your holiday with our travel guide...
On our website you will find a comprehensive travel guide to the Seychelles. It contains detailed information about each island, tips on activities and excursions and practical advice on how to organise your Seychelles holiday. You'll also find fabulous photos and stunning videos of the destination. Why not start with our popular beach guide to discover the best beaches on the islands?
...and find insider tips in the reviews from our customers.
Our customer reviews are valuable resources for planning a trip to the Seychelles. Here you’ll find exclusive tips and recommendations from previous travellers, such as the best restaurants and takeaways, the most beautiful beaches, and unforgettable attractions not to be missed. Also visit our YouTube channel for fantastic videos of the Seychelles and video reviews from our customers!

SeyVillas offers unrivalled expertise, security and support throughout your holiday in the Seychelles. Our team takes pride in supporting you from day one of your holiday planning to the day you return home with wonderful memories. Discover all that SeyVillas has to offer and get ready for the trip of a lifetime!
FAQs
On our website, you can find descriptions and pictures of all of the hotels and villas in our programme, which give you the most detailed idea of the accommodation as possible. This is also the case for our island-hopping packages. Furthermore, each of these page contains a contact form, which you can use to send us an enquiry. This can also be done by telephone.
First of all, we will make you an offer based on your enquiry. You will then have the opportunity to request changes to various aspects of our offer. If you would then like to accept a binding offer, you send us the necessary contract form, and we send you your booking confirmation, along with other information about your booking.
Of course! Our team knows each object in our programme first-hand, and they are more than happy to use this knowledge to help you create your tailor-made holiday over the phone.
Our offers are created on an individual basis, and are only valid for one day. This is because the hotels and villas in our programme may receive bookings from other sources in the meantime, while flight prices and availabilities can also change with little notice. Should you require more time to think over the offer, we are more than happy to update it for you at any point.
Our availability calendar is updated by our Seychelles partners (hotels, guesthouses, yacht charter companies etc.) themselves. This can sometimes mean that the availability of our accommodations is outdated. After your booking enquiry, SeyVillas will contact the owner of the appropriate establishment or accommodation in order to give you a binding, accurate availability status.
For the larger hotels and chains who we work with, each establishment or company tends to work with its own booking system, all of which differ from each other enormously. Therefore, it is currently not possible to combine all of these systems with each other and our own in order to display binding, up-to-date availabilities. In terms of confirmations of availability, we are only able to provide this when we first receive the confirmation ourselves from the hotel.
In cases where the hotel you have requested is no longer available, we will send you an alternative suggestion, or, you can send us your own replacement suggestion. In addition, if the hotel, guesthouse, yacht etc. is unavailable, you can also withdraw your booking interest at any point between sending us your initial request and accepting an offer.
Yes, we will of course send you a secured payment certificate. This is a legal requirement for travel and tour operators, and serves as the basis for the receipt of payment from you, as our customer, to us, as travel operator.
After receiving your confirmed booking enquiry, we will send you a booking confirmation (PDF) within three days by email. We will also send you your secured payment certificate at this point. After receiving the booking confirmation, you must pay 30% of the total amount within 5 working days. For flights, SeyVillas acts as an intermediary, so flight costs must be paid in full (100%) within five working days. The remaining amount must be paid, at the latest, five weeks before the start of your holiday.
We have contractually-regulated agreements in place with the largest local tourism services in the Seychelles. They will take care of welcoming you to the Seychelles and with transfers. They are also available for questions, and can help you out with any problems that may arise in relation to your holiday in the Seychelles.
We strongly recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance. The costs of this are minimal compared with the cost of a holiday, and will insure you against any potential illnesses which may result in you having to cancel your holiday. We are also able to take out travel cancellation insurance for you on your behalf, as well as travel health insurance and full insurance packages.
The service fee helps us to improve our customer service and the holidays that we offer. Due to the extra time, effort and organisation that is required at the moment due to Covid-19, as well as increased insurance costs in all touristic companies (DRSF) since 01.11.2021, we have introduced a service fee in order to continue to offer you the best advice and product possible.
- Personal and individual consultation by our qualified team.
- Free change to your holiday package if your flights are changed (no re-booking fee by SeyVillas).
- Implementation of extra wishes (e.g. candlelit dinner, bike rental, excursions etc.).
- Local contact person on-site throughout your holiday
- SeyVillas emergency contact number at the weekend
The service fee applies to bookings of two or more travel services (including accommodation, transfers, flights, day trips, weddings).
Since 01.08.2023, the sustainability levy for tourism has come into force. Holidaymakers have to pay between 25-100 Seychelles Rupees per person/night on arrival, depending on the size of the accommodation booked.
This contribution is used for nature conservation projects, such as the expansion of renewable energies or the mitigation of coastal erosion in the Seychelles.
The amount of the levy is as follows:
Accommodation not located on Mahé, Praslin, La Digue or Cerf Island
Sailing tours
The environmental sustainability levy must be paid at your booked accommodation and applies to all persons aged 12 and over.
The payment is usually made in cash in the local currency “Seychelles Rupee“. If your accommodation has a card reader, you may also pay by credit card (fees might apply).
Certified Seychelles experts
An official training issued by the Ministry of Tourism in the Seychelles has been attended by the Team that has successfully completed the "Seychelles online training" with the final certificate of "Expert of the Seychelles".
For more info visit website:
www.seychelles.travel
Rooms
Free periods
free | on request | occupied |
Full description
Please note: From November to April the route is slightly different due to different wind conditions (further details below*).
Both the SY Sea Star and SY Sea Bird are modern, custom-built yachts with spacious accommodation and refined amenities. Allow the peaceful harmony of the Seychelles to enchant you over this one-week sailing trip, without compromising on comfort and service!
Itinerary for the travel period from May to October:
Day 1: Mahé
The cruise begins at 10.30 at the Inter Island Quay on Mahé. After a short briefing and a first meet-and-greet with the other travellers, the crew sets sail at 12.30. At this point, you will have a whole week of adventures and relaxation to look forward to. In the afternoon, you will reach the beautiful Beau Vallon bay, where you can choose between snorkelling and scuba diving, before letting the first day fade our with a Creole barbeque in the evening.
Day 2: Mahé - Baie Ternay Marine Park
Discover the breathtaking underwater world of the Seychelles during your scuba dive in the Baie Ternay Merine Park. This park is a protected nature reserve, and is therefore home to a wide variety of colourful fish species. In the afternoon, you will set sail for Beau Vallon Bay to watch a particularly spectacular sunset, bathing the sky in beautiful colours.
Day 3: Mahé - Cousin
Early morning sail towards Cousin island off the coast of Praslin, for 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 we sail to Praslin, for an afternoon of diving and water-sports.
Day 4: Cousin - Praslin
Today, you will explore the Vallée de Mai UNESCO World Heritage Site, which offers countless indigenous plant species and adventurous hiking trails to explore. During these walks, you will have the chance to catch sight of the ocean over and over again! Returning onboard for afternoon opportunities to dive, snorkel or enjoy other water sports.
Day 5: Praslin - La Digue
Discover the picturesque island of Praslin, famous for Anse Source d'Argent beach, which is framed by granite boulder formations. Discover the island by bike or on-foot, and let its sublime nature wash over you.
Day 6: La Digue - Curieuse - St Pierre Island - Praslin
After arriving at Curieuse Island, an almost completely uninhabited corner of the Seychelles, you will have the chance to explore the beautiful mangrove forest and admire the native giant tortoises that stroll along the beach here. After a barbeque, you will have the opportunity to relax or try our a new watersports. In the afternoon, sail towards the tiny, picturesque granite outcrop of St. Pierre. It is an excellent site for snorkelling and diving. Sail to Anse Lazio, one of the most beautiful beaches of Praslin, and arguably, all of Seychelles - a perfect place for water-sports.beaches.
Day 7: Praslin - Ste Anne Marine National Park - Mahé
After breakfast the vessel begins its sail towards Mahé, anchoring in the Ste Anne Marine National Park with its cluster of lush granite islands for an afternoon of water-sports and diving. Overnight at Ile Seche.
Day 8: Arrival on Mahé at 08.30
*Alternative itinerary for the travel period from November to April:
Day 1: Mahé, Inter Island Quay, 10.30am - Round Island
Day 2: Round Island - Praslin
Day 3: Praslin - La Digue
Day 4: La Digue - Grande and Petite Soeur - Coco Island
Day 5: Coco Island - Booby Island - Aride Island
Day 6: Aride Island - Curieuse
Day 7: Curieuse - St. Anne - Ile Seche - Mahé
Day 8: Disembarkation on Mahé at 08.30am
Price includes: Overnight accommodation for the entire cruise, full board meals, afternoon tee/coffee/cake, crew of 9, equipment for snorkelling, kayaking, paddle-boarding, and fishing.
Price does NOT include: Drinks, diving/diving equipment, conservation fees (see Notes section below for details), transfers, sustainability levy for tourism.
Facilities & info
Cabins
- 5 x Double Cabin (up to 2 people)
- 4 x Triple Cabin (up to 3 people)
Check-in / Check-out
- Check-in from 10:30
- Check-out until 08:30
Guest Type
- Groups (Full charter bookable on request)
- Honeymooners
- Solo travellers
Languages spoken
- English
- French
Food & Drinks
- Bar (Bottled water, soft drinks, beer, wine and spirits are not included and can be purchased on board)
- Beverage Package (Tea and coffee are included and served during meals. Tap water is available free of charge throughout the day.)
Activities & Sports
- Snorkelling equipment
- Snorkelling
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Scuba diving
(on request, for a fee)
Available at extra charge on-board:
- Guided dives for certified divers (incl. tanks and weights): €40 for each day's first dive; €20 for subsequent dives on the same day
- Full diving equipment rental: €10 per piece / €30 for full set (rates per day)
- Introductory dive (1 to 1 with instructor): from €70 per dive
To be pre-booked:
- Dive Package (8 dives with instructor): €196 (not including rental equipment).
- PADI Open Water Course - Theory part (E-Learning PRIOR to arrival): Please check fees on padi.com
- PADI Open Water Course - Onboard part (water training exams + certification): €387 + cert. processing fee (approx. €45)
- PADI Advanced Open Water Course: €325 + cert. processing fee (approx. €45) - Kayak
- Canoe
- Stand-up paddle
- Fishing
Beach
- Beach towels (on request, for a fee)
Pool
- Sundeck
Cleaning services
- Cleaning service (daily)
- Towel exchange (once a week/on request) (on request, for a fee)
- Laundry service (on request, for a fee)
- Communal dryer
General
- Air-conditioning
- Communal lounge
- Technical data : Comfortable sailing boat 40 x 8 m
- Embarkation point : Mahé, Inter-Island Quay, Victoria 10.30am
- Disembarkation point : Mahé, Inter-Island Quay, Victoria 8.30am
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Required documents
- Passengers must hold a valid travel and medical insurance that will include diving (in case of divers).
- Please send a copy of your passport to SeyVillas until 4 weeks prior to arrival the latest, as this is required by the port authorities. -
Additional fees
(A conservation fee is to be paid in cash on arrival: €200/adult and €85/child (2-11 years))
The conservation fee includes landing and entrance fees for island visits and nature reserves (including a guided tour in Vallee de Mai) as well as various national marine parks, according to the cruise itinerary
Payments accepted
- Visa
- MasterCard
- Cash (SCR)
- Cash (USD)
- Cash (EUR)
- Cash (GBP)
Offers
Early-Bird Discount
10% discount for bookings made at least 120 days before the arrival
Not applied to board
Valid in travel period: 03.11.2021 - 06.11.2026
20% discount applies to guests who have taken part in a Silhouette Cruise in the past.
- Applies all year-round.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
- Valid until 06.11..2026
*The offers are automatically calculated in the final price.
Honeymoon & Wedding Anniversary Offers
Honeymoon Offer
You save 10%
Not applied to board
Valid in travel period: 01.11.2021 - 06.11.2026
Does not apply for all room categories
- Please note that the Honeymoon Offer is valid for up to 6 months after the wedding date.
- Clients need to present their wedding certificate in order to enjoy the discount.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Price Information
Full board: incl.
Please note that the child rates are merely indicative and may vary. Please contact our reservations team for further information.
If booking a Double cabin for 1 adult and 2 children or 2 adults and 1 child, you will be accommodated in a Triple cabin.
An additional conservation fee is to be paid, which includes landing and entrance fees for island visits and nature reserves (including a guided tour in Vallee de Mai) as well as various national marine parks, according to the cruise itinerary (Bicycle Rental and entrance fee to L'Union Estate are not included, as this is optional for clients during their island visit to La Digue.)
The conservation fee as per below is to be paid in cash or Visa/MasterCard on arrival:
€200/adult and €85/child (2-11 years)
The choice of boat depends on the number of passengers booked onto the voyage.
Please note that the itinerary is subject to change, depending on wind and weather conditions. Furthermore, in case of adverse weather conditions, it might not be possible to hoist the sail. Instead, the engine will be used. All decisions are made at the captain’s discretion.
Passengers must hold a valid travel and medical insurance that includes diving (in case of divers).
Please send a copy of your passport to SeyVillas until 4 weeks prior to arrival the latest, as this is required by the port authorities.
Optional diving offers:
Available at extra charge on-board:
Guided dives for certified divers (incl. tanks and weights): €40 for each day's first dive; €20 for subsequent dives on the same day
Full diving equipment rental: €10 per piece / €30 for full set (rates per day)
Introductory dive (1 to 1 with instructor): from €70 per dive
*All extras onboard are excluding 15% Seychelles Government Tax/VAT except for conservation fee.
*Valid until 06.11.2026
To be pre-booked:
Dive Package (8 dives with instructor): €196 - not including rental equipment.
Please note that the dive package cannot be transferable or refundable.
*Valid until 06.11.2026
PADI Open Water Course - Theory part (E-Learning PRIOR to arrival): Please check fees on padi.com
PADI Open Water Course - Onboard part (water training exams + certification): €387 + cert. processing fee (approx. €45)
PADI Advanced Open Water Course: €325 + cert. processing fee (approx. €45)
*Valid until 06.11.2026
A full charter of both boats is possible. Please contact our Sales Team for further details and information on rates.
Further information:
Since 01.08.2023, the sustainability levy for tourism has come into force. Holidaymakers have to pay between 25-100 Seychelles Rupees per person/night on arrival, depending on the size of the accommodation booked. This contribution is used for various conservation projects in the Seychelles. You can find more information about this in our FAQs
This travel offer is not suitable for people with reduced mobility (please contact the SeyVillas team for more information or if you have any questions on this topic).
Travel services will be carried out in English. In certain cases, German, French or Italian may be spoken.
Information about passport, visa and healthcare requirements can be found here.
The images of the accommodation serve as a reference and may differ slightly.
Cancellation Policies
The following specific cancellation policy applies to this cruise:
31 days or more before arrival = cancellation fee of 20% of the total cost
23 - 30 days before arrival = cancellation fee of 35% of the total cost
22 days before arrival = cancellation fee of 50% of the total cost
16 - 21 days before arrival = cancellation fee of 60% of the total cost
8 - 15 days before arrival = cancellation fee of 75% of the total cost
0 - 7 days before arrival (or in case of no-show) = cancellation fee of 90% of the total cost
Please note
Anyone planning to book their holiday for August or December (high season) should avoid waiting too long! Contact us well in advance to avoid finding out that your desired accommodation is fully-booked or that the flights are expensive.
Price calculation for booking with children
Because of the differing terms and conditions offered by the various airlines and hotels, it is not possible for us to calculate prices for additional children online. Please let us know the age of your child. We will send you a matching offer including your children.
Best Price Guarantee
Did you find a better offer for this accommodation? Please do not hesitate to send us the quote that you have received and we will do our best to match the offer. It is our main priority to offer you the best possible price!
Availability on request
This room is only bookable on request. Once we have received your booking request, we will contact the accommodation to check current availability. If the room is available, you will receive a booking offer.