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A private full-day boat links five top snorkeling sites across four granite islands off Praslin. Swim with sea turtles, meet wild Aldabra tortoises on Curieuse and enjoy a BBQ lunch in Anse St. Jose—perfect for confident snorkelers and nature lovers.
A private full-day boat links five top snorkeling sites across four granite islands off Praslin. Swim with sea turtles, meet wild Aldabra tortoises on Curieuse and enjoy a BBQ lunch in Anse St. Jose—perfect for confident snorkelers and nature lovers.
A morning breeze pushes the bow off Praslin and the archipelago unfolds: low granite silhouettes, water the color of oxidized glass, and the quick flash of fish beneath the surface. Guests step aboard for a private full-day boat that stitches five snorkeling sites and four islands into one marine circuit—Sister, Coco, Félicité, Curieuse and St. Pierre—each with a distinct reef personality.
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Operated by MC Seychelles Travel & Tours · Baie Sainte Anne, Praslin
A morning breeze pushes the bow off Praslin and the archipelago unfolds: low granite silhouettes, water the color of oxidized glass, and the quick flash of fish beneath the surface. Guests step aboard for a private full-day boat that stitches five snorkeling sites and four islands into one marine circuit—Sister, Coco, Félicité, Curieuse and St. Pierre—each with a distinct reef personality.
The islands here are old granite outcrops shaped by wind and tide; human history is lighter than the geologic one, marked by sailors, plantation traces and Creole fishing culture rather than settlements. Curieuse carries living history in the shell of Aldabra giant tortoises and in the Maison des Médecins, a small museum recounting the island’s past. The reefs around Coco and Félicité are shallow and heavily reefed, offering clear views of coral gardens, while St. Pierre’s currents concentrate schooling fish.
Expect half-hour to hour-long snorkel windows at sheltered coves, a 1-hour guided shore walk through Curieuse’s mangroves to Anse St. Jose, and a BBQ lunch served on the sand. Water temperatures are warm year-round; sun and wind change the surface conditions, not the spectacle below.
Practicalities: bring reef-safe sunscreen, a snug mask, and a short waterproof bag for essentials. The day runs roughly seven hours and is suitable for confident swimmers of average fitness; boats provide snorkel gear and bottled water. Timing your trip for calmer seas—early departures and dry-season months—yields the best visibility. Respect marked nesting and tortoise areas and surface gently to keep the reefs healthy.
moderate.
6–7 hours.
Moderately fit—comfortable swimming and short shore hikes; able to climb a boat ladder multiple times.
The tour lasts about seven hours (approximately 420 minutes) including boat transfers, snorkel stops and a shore lunch on Curieuse.
Yes—snorkel masks, snorkels and fins are provided onboard; guests may bring their own for fit preferences.
This trip is best for confident swimmers; non‑swimmers can remain on the boat but will miss reef access at each stop.
Yes—Curieuse hosts free-roaming Aldabra giant tortoises and a guided shore walk increases the chance of sightings, though wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
The inner Seychelles islands are ancient granite outcrops; human settlement was sparse and maritime activity and Creole culture define modern island life, with Curieuse once used for quarantine and later conservation.
The tour operates in sensitive reef and mangrove habitats—use of reef‑safe products, no‑touch rules and staying on paths helps protect coral and tortoise populations.
MC Seychelles Travel & Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A morning breeze pushes the bow off Praslin and the archipelago unfolds: low granite silhouettes, water the color of oxidized glass, and the quick flash of fish beneath the surface. Guests step aboard for a private full-day boat that stitches five snorkeling sites and four islands into one marine circuit—Sister, Coco, Félicité, Curieuse and St. Pierre—each with a distinct reef personality.
A morning breeze pushes the bow off Praslin and the archipelago unfolds: low granite silhouettes, water the color of oxidized glass, and the quick flash of fish beneath the surface. Guests step aboard for a private full-day boat that stitches five snorkeling sites and four islands into one marine circuit—Sister, Coco, Félicité, Curieuse and St. Pierre—each with a distinct reef personality.
The islands here are old granite outcrops shaped by wind and tide; human history is lighter than the geologic one, marked by sailors, plantation traces and Creole fishing culture rather than settlements. Curieuse carries living history in the shell of Aldabra giant tortoises and in the Maison des Médecins, a small museum recounting the island’s past. The reefs around Coco and Félicité are shallow and heavily reefed, offering clear views of coral gardens, while St. Pierre’s currents concentrate schooling fish.
Expect half-hour to hour-long snorkel windows at sheltered coves, a 1-hour guided shore walk through Curieuse’s mangroves to Anse St. Jose, and a BBQ lunch served on the sand. Water temperatures are warm year-round; sun and wind change the surface conditions, not the spectacle below.
Practicalities: bring reef-safe sunscreen, a snug mask, and a short waterproof bag for essentials. The day runs roughly seven hours and is suitable for confident swimmers of average fitness; boats provide snorkel gear and bottled water. Timing your trip for calmer seas—early departures and dry-season months—yields the best visibility. Respect marked nesting and tortoise areas and surface gently to keep the reefs healthy.