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Africa & Indian Ocean

Expedition Seychelles: Paradise-like winter magic

A journey to the best-kept secrets of the Seychelles. Explore uninhabited islands with coral reefs, giant tortoises and white beaches under coconut palms. Each island is a Garden of Eden that is almost entirely yours alone.

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HANSEATIC nature · 2028
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12D / 12N|Jan 3 – Jan 15, 2028|Mauritius → Mahe (Seychelles)|HANSEATIC nature · Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
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Voyage Overview

A journey to the best-kept secrets of the Seychelles. Explore uninhabited islands with coral reefs, giant tortoises and white beaches under coconut palms. Each island is a Garden of Eden that is almost entirely yours alone.

Highlight
  • UNESCO World Heritage Site Aldabra – an unspoilt natural gem that can only be reached by a small expedition ship
  • A touch of exclusivity when visiting islands with strict visitor limits
  • Idyllic diversity with beach breaks and snorkelling
  • Discover endemic flora and fauna on Zodiac rides and hikes
  • Atolls that are hard to find on the map – such as St. Francois Atoll

Destinations

SeychellesAfrica & Indian Ocean

Language Services

GermanEnglish

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Before the cruise

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Day-by-day stops

After the cruise

Please Note

## Conditions & important notes * The shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to change. Important note on this expedition: this expedition takes you to particularly remote and seldom-visited islands full of natural treasures. To protect this sensitive habitat, strict regulations apply on some islands. Shore visits are staggered and take place in small groups. The itinerary is designed to give all guests enough space and time for special experiences. The natural experiences and wildlife sightings described are possibilities and are not guaranteed.

Expedition and knowledge

  • All landings and rides in the ship’s own Zodiacs (Use of the Zodiacs depends on the destination and on official permits)
  • Experienced experts from various disciplines accompany every cruise, give presentations and multimedia lectures, provide well-informed answers to questions about the cruising area and take part in the Zodiac landings/rides and hikes from/to ship
  • Use of the interactive Ocean Academy with individual knowledge formats
  • Comprehensive information before the cruise – for example about the Arctic, Antarctic, the South Seas and the Amazon, as well as expedition maps

Cabin

  • In every cabin: champagne to welcome you, mini bar restocked daily with non-alcoholic beverages (additional selection in Grand Suites and Junior Suites), coffee machine (tea on request), 24-hour cabin service
  • Equipment for loan: one pair of binoculars and two sets of Nordic Walking poles in the cabin itself, furthermore warm parkas, rubber boots, snorkelling equipment
  • Flat-screen TV with information and entertainment programme, personal email account and Internet access via Wi-Fi (free of charge for one hour per guest and day, satellite-dependent especially in polar areas)
  • Information about harbours and destinations (where available) in the cabin

Restaurants

  • International gourmet cuisine – full board: breakfast (early-bird and late riser breakfast), bouillon, afternoon coffee/tea time, lunch and dinner (three restaurants to choose from in the evening with flexible opening hours)
  • A complimentary selection of soft drinks

For all cases

  • Harbour and airport fees

Spa and fitness

  • Extensive sports programme: fitness area with ocean view, course programme, additional sports activities on shore depending on the destination (Personal training for an additional charge)
  • OCEAN SPA with Finnish sauna with an ocean view, steam sauna, indoor and outdoor relaxation area (spa treatments and hairdresser at a surcharge)

Ship

HANSEATIC nature

HANSEATIC nature

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

HANSEATIC nature is one of three identical PC6-class expedition ships in Hapag-Lloyd Cruises' modern fleet, designed for tropical, sub-tropical and polar voyages with up to 230 guests. Sister of HANSEATIC inspiration and HANSEATIC spirit, she features hybrid-electric drive, a glass-floor balcony bridge wing, two retractable Zodiac platforms and a 12-meter ocean-side balcony.

Passengers230
Tonnage15,650 GT
Built2019
Ice ClassPC6 — the highest ice class for passenger ships
Decks7
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Booking & Cancellation Policies

Cancellation Policy

210+ days before departure: 25% penalty 180–209 days before departure: 30% penalty 120–179 days before departure: 35% penalty 75–119 days before departure: 50% penalty 60–74 days before departure: 60% penalty 40–59 days before departure: 75% penalty 31–39 days before departure: 85% penalty 0–31 days before departure: 95% penalty Expedition voyages on HANSEATIC nature/inspiration/spirit follow tighter cancellation tiers; refer to the per-voyage essential information PDF. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering cancellation, curtailment and medical evacuation. Name change fee: $330 USD

Insurance Requirements

Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended for all guests — covering trip cancellation, baggage loss, medical, accident, repatriation and emergency evacuation. Expedition voyages: medical evacuation cover should specifically include polar regions; minimum coverage € 200,000 per person is recommended.

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