Gay Male Cruise in The Seychelles

Seychelles

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SIDE BY SIDE TRAVEL
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Aug 25 - Sep 1, 2018
Group size: 1 - 18
Gay Male Cruise in The Seychelles
Seychelles

SIDE BY SIDE TRAVEL
  • Email address verified

Aug 25 - Sep 1, 2018
Group size: 1 - 18

About this trip

At Seygay.com and Side By Side Travel we create a gay vacation environment and experience so unexpectedly special, in so many ways, that you have to try it to fully understand why our guests often call it “the best vacation they've ever had.” 


Well-traveled LGBT cruisers seeking a more adventurous, intimate and exclusive type of voyage, in touch with a pristine nature, will love this unique experience in The Seychelles. Our local Partner Silhouette Cruises offers an open-minded, thoughtful, and intelligent cruise experience. If you’re looking for a party cruise, it might not be your cruise, but if you want a fairly quiet onboard experience catering to sophisticated travelers, you will feel more then welcome here.  

Service on board is what sets this cruise apart from most small-ship cruises. With a mostly Seychellois crew attending to our guests, traditional Creole cuisine prepared daily and a relaxed, casual atmosphere on board, Silhouette Cruises has created a special brand of hospitality that is natural, authentic and true to the Seychelles.


Clichéd or not, the Seychelles are about as close to paradise as you can get: once you’ve felt the sand between your toes here, beach holidays will never be the same again.

Made up of 115 topical islands in all, the Seychelles archipelago is a destination where white, sandy beaches are as pure as the driven snow; where frothy turquoise waters harbor colorful coral reefs and bountiful marine life; where secret coves allow you to have your very own Robinson Crusoe moment with only birds and tortoises for company.


Mahé may be the biggest – and the busiest – of the islands, but it has its fair share of secluded bays, which are accessible only by yacht, motorboat or on foot. Together with its sisters Praslin and La Digue, it attracts the lion’s share of tourists.


More adventurous travelers, on the other hand, may prefer to take a flying boat to more remote islands such as Fregate or Bird Island and enjoy secluded beaches all to themselves. These islands are especially popular with birdwatchers and nature lovers, due to their abundance of wildlife.


The absence of people on many of the islands means that rare plant life has thrived on this Indian Ocean archipelago. Tropical life abounds below the waves, too. This is best viewed by going scuba diving or snorkeling, experiences which are made all the more memorable here thanks to the crystalline seas.


It’s not all about nature, though. The Seychelles are a veritable melting pot of cultures: its inhabitants descend from African, Asian and European immigrants, who have brought their customs and traditions with them to the islands. This heady mix is particularly pleasing on the palate thanks to the archipelago's fabulous fusion food 

About the yachts

The Sea Star and Sea Bird are modern custom-built yachts that combine space, comfort and authentic hospitality-at-sea for weekly live-aboard cruises and private charters around the inner Seychelles islands. The 40m Sea Star is a custom-built yacht with three masts and five Bermuda sails. The Sea Bird is a two-masted 42m custom-built yacht with four Bermuda sails.

Both vessels serve as ideal platforms for discovering the islands’ most exclusive and hard-to-reach places, from tiny granite islets to beautiful hidden coves.

Accommodation & Service

Sea Star and Sea Bird each boast 9 spacious air-conditioned guest cabins, all between 9-11 square metres. 


Each cabin features an ensuite bathroom, as well as reading lights, storage cupboard and power connections for charging computers and cameras or using other electronic devices such as hair-dryers. Cabins are cleaned daily by our crew. 


A number of different areas onboard, from the two-tiered sundeck toward the bow, to the covered back deck and leisure area, ensure ample space for passengers to unwind.


Cruise Service Concept

Service on board is what sets this cruise apart from most small-ship cruises. With a mostly Seychellois

crew attending to our guests, traditional Creole cuisine prepared daily and a relaxed, casual

atmosphere on board, we’ve created a special brand of hospitality that is natural, authentic and

true to the Seychelles.


Sea Star & Sea Bird are each hosted by a crew of 9, to ensure our crew-to-guest ratio is always at least 1-to-2, even at maximum occupancy. The crew includes a captain, engineer, 2 deckhands, 3 stewardesses, a dive instructor and a dedicated chef.



Dining & Cuisine

Chefs use fresh local ingredients to create an enticing blend of authentic Creole cuisine and

international favourites. Each chef plans out their own menus for every cruise week, encouraging diverse and creative creations for every meal. 


Breakfast features fresh fruit along with one of the chef’s preparations, such as eggs or crepes, with toast, juice and tea/coffee. Buffets for lunch and dinner provide a culinary tour of the archipelago and its wide-ranging influences from Europe, Africa, South Asia and the Far East. Dinners may also be served as a three-course meal with starter, main course and dessert.


Meals can be enjoyed in the air-conditioned dining salon, or al fresco on the back deck’s

dining table, or even picnic-style on the sun deck


Bar Service

Stewardesses on board are always at the ready to serve drinks from our bar, be it for an afternoon refreshment, an aperitif at sunset or a glass of wine with dinner. However, in order to create an atmosphere in which our guests can feel at home onboard, we also allow self-service at our bar - guests are welcome to help themselves to drinks from the refrigerator at the bar by simply marking down their selections to be added to their bill.

Activities

Sailing

Sea Star and Sea Bird each boast modern furling systems, a powerful rig and large sailing area. Guests are welcome to assist our crew when sailing between islands.


Sea & Sport Activities

There are numerous opportunities throughout the cruise to enjoy snorkelling, kayaking, bottom-line fishing and stand-up paddle boarding - all of which are offered on a complimentary basis including the equipment.


Island Excursions

Each day onboard presents a new opportunity to explore isolated bays and coves, colourful marine parks, and protected nature reserves or uninhabited islands. Spotting the incredibly rare Magpie Robin and other endemic birds, visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vallée de Mai,

or getting up close and personal with a giant tortoise, are just a few of the many special experiences that await on the islands we visit.


Diving

Diving and snorkelling in the Seychelles reveal the best of the magical underwater world that the Indian Ocean has to offer. Unique granite boulder formations, coral reefs and wrecks are home to colourful tropical fish, turtles, sharks, rays and many other species. Some of the best dive sites in Seychelles' inner islands are easily accessible on our cruises. Each vessel has a

dedicated PADI dive instructor onboard to accommodate the needs of both seasoned and novice divers alike. Introductory dives for first-timers and even PADI Open Water (or Advanced Open Water) courses can be conducted onboard.


All vessels are equipped with two dive compressors, 18 cylinders + refills, weights, assorted wet suits (shorties) and 8 full diving sets for hire.

Facilities & Amenities

- Spacious decks and upper sun deck

- Covered back deck with table for open-air dining

- 2 deck showers

- Air conditioning in all interiors (cabins, dining salon & lounge/bar)

- Bottled water, soft drinks, beer, wine and spirits are all available for purchase

- Laundry on request (additional charge)

- TV, DVD, stereo in main salon


Overnight Capacity

Sea Star is licensed for a maximum of 22 passengers on overnight stay plus 10 crew.


There are 9 air-conditioned ensuite cabins -berths are

as follows:

4 double-bed cabins with 1 single bed (sleeps 3)

5 double-bed cabins (sleeps 2)

Useful Information & Travel Tips

Your safety and comfort are our highest priority. In the event of adverse conditions, all itineraries are subject to change at the captain’s discretion.


Be sure to bring plenty of coral reef safe sun-screen, a cap or hat and sunglasses - Seychelles is generally warm and sunny throughout the year and the sun’s rays can be especially impactful onboard the vessel, due to the reflection from the sea.


Bring suitable footwear for walking on deck and on the beach, as well as in shallow water (some island visits require embarking & disembarking from dinghies in shallow water).


There are numerous opportunities to dive on most days of the itinerary, and we can also conduct introductory dives for novices and PADI Open Water certification courses. Contact us for dive rates and equipment rental fees.


All of our cruises are full board - we serve a combination of International and authentic Creole cuisine. Please contact us for special dietary needs.


Bottled water, soft drinks, beer, wine and spirits are all available on board. Price list available on request.

Extras

All extras onboard are excluding 15% Seychelles government tax/Vat except for conservation fee

Payment for extras can be settled onboard in cash (GBP, EURO, USD) or Visa/Mastercard

How do I get to The Seychelles?

Seygay.com and Side By Side Travel's Team is ready to assist you in planning and book your trip to the Seychelles. Please contact one of our Travel Designer for more information and details.

Air Seychelles (HM), the national carrier, operates non-stop scheduled flights from Mauritius, Johannesburg (South Africa), Abu Dhabi (UAE), Antananarivo (Madagascar), Beijing (China), Bombay (India), Paris (France) into Mahé International Airport.

Qatar Airways (QR), Etihad Airways (EY) and Emirates (EK) provide flights to various destinations through their hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha. Other airlines flying to Seychelles include Kenya Airways (KQ), Ethiopian Airlines and Condor (DE) which operates non-stop flights from Frankfurt to Seychelles.

Visitors arriving in private aircrafts are welcomed at Mahé International Airport provided clearance permission is obtained from the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) prior to arrival and that all relevant formalities are in order. 

There are no Visa requirements

 To obtain The Visitor’s Permit: 

1) A passport valid on the date of entry to and exit from Seychelles 

2) Return or onward ticket 

3) Proof of accommodation including contact details 

4) Sufficient funds for the duration of the stay  

What’s included

  • included
    Accommodation for 7 nights on board
  • included
    Friendly service from a 8/9x crew complement including captain, engineer, deckhands, dive instructor and stewardesses
  • included
    Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner) prepared by a dedicated chef. (Please note that table water and tea/coffee are included with all meals)
  • included
    Island Visits and excursions according to the itinerary (Conservation Fee of 182 EUR per person to be paid locally)
  • included
    Local SIM Card (Airtel)
  • included
    Return Coach Transfers to/from the vessel at the beginning/end of the cruise
  • included
    24/7 Local Assistance in Italian/English/Brazilian

What’s not included

  • not included
    Beverages from the bar, soft drinks, mineral water, wine, beer, spirits. Price list available on request (Please note that table water and tea/coffee are included with all meals)
  • not included
    Diving (rates available on request)
  • not included
    International Flights to/from The Seychelles
  • not included
    Travel Insurance
  • not included
    Conservation Fee of 182.00 Euro per person to be paid locally

Available Packages

Double cabin with double bed per person

Double cabin with double bed per person. Discounted rate for reservations made 120 days before the cruise day of departure


 Honeymooners – 50% discount for the bride on the cruise rate (valid from date of wedding until 6 months) 

€2,300
Single occupancy in double bed cabin

Single occupancy in double bed cabin per person.  Discounted rate for reservations made 120 days before the cruise day of departure 


Honeymooners – 50% discount for the bride on the cruise rate (valid from date of wedding until 6 months)

€2,600

Available options



Itinerary

Day 1 - Saturday
Embarkation at the Inter-Island Quay
Embarkation at the Inter-Island Quay at 1030hrs for official welcome and briefing by the captain. Depart from Port Victoria at 1200hrs, sailing up and around the scenic coastline of Mahé's northern peninsula, past the beautiful bay of Beau Vallon, and along the dramatic backdrop of the northwestern coast of the island, with its opposing granite boulders, lush vegetation and striking blue water. In the evening, introduce yourself to Creole cuisine with a welcome barbecue on board the vessel.

Your Organizer


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SIDE BY SIDE TRAVEL
Side By Side Holidays is Seychelles’ very first, 100% Seychellois-owned, online travel operator. Founded in 2014 by a group of travel managers with decades of world-wide experience in the tourism industry, ranging from corporate travel to tour operating and boutique hotel management, Side By Side Holidays focuses on the incredible islands of Seychelles, other hidden gems in the Indian Ocean and astounding Africa. Side by Side Holidays’s passionate team of international experts is at your service to open new doors of discovery for your next vacation – every step of the way. SIDE BY SIDE TRAVEL | P.O.BOX 1469 VICTORIA, SEYCHELLES E reservations@sidebysideholidays.com Get in touch with us through our offices: Italy +39 0687811236 UK +44 2036086417 France +33 186261003 US +1 3479640108 BR +55 (41) 984051048