Ponant's Expedition Cruise | Jewels of the Indian Ocean

Mauritius - Île aux Nattes - Nosy Hara - Astove Island - Madagascar - mythical Aldabra Atoll - Kilwa Kisiwani (Tanzania) - Zanzibar

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Duration

10 Days

Tour Type

Ocean Safari

Group Size

184 persons

Overview

PONANT invites you on an expedition cruise in the Indian Ocean to discover 'the island continent' of Madagascar and Tanzania from Mauritius, set off for 11 days aboard Le Champlain, between beaches, dives, encounters with local populations and the discovery of endemic fauna and flora in rarely visited places of stunning natural beauty.


Tropical Expedition 

Explore the planet’s most remote tropical regions during a PONANT expedition cruise. In the heart of Oceania’s archipelagos or the Indian Ocean atolls, along the wild coastlines of Central America or Australia, our luxury amenities and services will make your expedition cruise an unforgettable experience. Our expedition leaders and their teams of naturalist guides devise exceptional itineraries and organise daily outings, shore visits in Zodiac® dinghies, or snorkelling when the cruises are conducive to it, to take you as close as possible to nature. Aboard the ship, they share their knowledge during lectures on a variety of topics such as the fauna and flora, the history of the great explorations, geology and climatology. On land, using the local transport options or during hikes, discover the must-see natural sites and, for a few hours, partake in the life and ancestral customs of the local populations.


Diving

During an introduction to scuba diving or a more advanced dive for holders of the necessary certifications (level 1 on yachting cruises and 2 on expedition cruises), explore the planet’s most beautiful underwater environments in the company of a PONANT diving instructor, as well as a local instructor when required by local legislation. They will ensure that your dives are conducted smoothly and safely: supervision of four certified divers at a time, evaluation of diving skills and experience, adherence to safety stops, zones and the maximum depth authorised.


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Multiple floors of pure luxury, scenic views, drinks on board. Bring your best moves to the dance floor and don't forget to pack your binoculars amongst other travel essentials to savior every inch of the magnificent scenery of the African skyline and the Indian ocean turquoise. Come aboard to sail away your 11 days among the waves!

The softness of the trade winds, the turquoise of the ocean, the shimmer of the verdant vegetation… the incredible beauty of the islands in the Indian Ocean is striking. During an 11-day expedition cruise aboard Le Champlain, time stands still and, between the island country of Madagascar, Seychelles and Tanzania, nature will plunge you into a dream. 

The shores of Mauritius grow distant as you arrive in flamboyant Madagascar. To the north-east of the largest island in the Indian Ocean, the island of Île Sainte-Marie appears on the horizon. The days of pirates, who occupied the territory for almost two centuries, seem long gone now, as peace prevails in this tropical paradise. To the far south, the island of Île aux Nattes is a treasure just asking to be discovered. Its coral reef lies in the translucent waters of its lagoon, dotted with natural pools. You will spend your time here swimming, meeting the local population and discovering the abundant fauna and flora. Before leaving the 'Great Red Island', you will visit Nosy Hara, renowned for its incredible marine wildlife, with over 280 different species.

Sheltered from the world, take the time to wonder at the splendour of the Seychelles. On Astove Island, in the mythical Aldabra Atoll, the underwater world fascinates experienced divers, who come here to explore the “Wall of Astove“, a 40-metre (130-foot) deep underwater fault covered in coral and teeming with fish and green turtles.

Your next ports of call will be an opportunity to discover several of the wonders of Tanzania. You will explore the ruins of the 13th-century Swahili trading post of Kilwa Kisiwani, the small coral island of Misali as well as Pemba Island and its clove plantations and fantastic scuba diving.

This fabulous trip will draw to an end in Zanzibar, a city with superb UNESCO-listed buildings, blending African, Arab, Indian and European influences over more than a millennium.


▪︎Visit exclusive African ports and immerse yourself in the wild, natural beauty of the Indian Ocean Southern African blend with a cruise to Madagascar and Tanzania.

▪︎You can’t afford to miss out on spectacular beaches, picturesque adventure spots and the “do-nothing” relaxation havens.

About the ship

Le Champlain is the second ship of the Ponant Explorers-class of cruise ships operated by Ponant. Each member of the class has been allocated the name of a famous French explorer, and Le Champlain is named after Samuel de Champlain, "The Father of New France"



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Itinerary

Travel Styles

Cultural
Nature & Adventure
Marine
Independent
Activities
Special Interest

Facilities

Wifi
Gymnasium
Satellite Office
Staff Lounge
Aerobics Room

FAQs

Will all guests be required to be vaccinated prior to the cruise?
Yes. To board, guests only need to present a certificate showing proof of at least one of the three scenarios: A complete vaccination scheme that includes at least three doses of an mRNA vaccine, Two vaccination doses provided the second has been given within nine months of the date of embarkation. Proof of past infection can count as one of these doses, One vaccination dose or proof of past infection of more than 2 weeks and within a maximum of four months at the time of boarding. Children aged four (4) or under are currently exempt from the vaccination requirement.
Will I have to take a COVID-19 test before I cruise?
With the health situation improving, PONANT no longer requires guests to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test before boarding any of the ships in its fleet. A test will only be mandatory if it is required by local authorities. Guests will have the opportunity to do the test on board.
Child policy?
Children under eight (8) are not accepted on the cruises on board.
Are pregnant women allowed on board?
Pregnant women are not accepted on PONANT's expedition/exploration cruises.
Permitted age groups and Child Policy (cont.)
All minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a passenger over the age of 21. If the accompanying passenger is not the minor's parent or legal guardian, a Parent/Guardian Consent Form that authorizes the minor's travel and further authorizes medical treatment in case of an emergency is required.
Reduced Mobility Persons
All PONANT's ships have accessible staterooms except Le Ponant. Please let us know when you need to book an accessible stateroom and we will tell you whether the cruise you have chosen matches your requirements. Each passenger should be able to be independent or travel with a close family member or friend who can give them whatever assistance they require during their trip. If a person has not been judged suitably fit for travel in complete safety, the company reserves the right to refuse their embarkation.
Booking Regulations
The passenger must provide his/her name as shown in the travel document and explicitly confirm the name and travel document information of any participant listed on the receipt. Trip.com shall not be held accountable for any additional costs or obligations incurred due to incorrect names.
Health conditions
Depending on the passenger's health condition, transportation service providers may require proof of medical fitness to travel and reserve the right to deny passenger access to their transportation service.
Other variables
Different transportation service providers have varied requirements on accepted maximum gestational age of pregnant women and minimum age of infants. Please consult our staff for more details.
Bedding policy
The cruise operator stipulates that each passenger, including children and infants, must occupy a bed. Please base your booking on the actual number of naronne who are travelling and ancure that hade are honked

Tour Location

Mauritius - Île aux Nattes - Nosy Hara - Astove Island - Madagascar - mythical Aldabra Atoll - Kilwa Kisiwani (Tanzania) - Zanzibar

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