White sand beach of Pemba Island, Zanzibar Zanzibar's spice market 42 cruise transfer airport/hotel one night pre-cruise transfer hotel/port transfer port/airport 43 D I SCOVER MORE AT SWANHE L L EN I C .COM Port of Victoria Poivre Island Bijoutier Island Mombasa Zanzibar Pemba Island Lamu Aldabra Islands Assumption Islands KENYA TANZANIA MOZAMBIQUE Day Visiting • 1 Port Victoria, Mahe Island • 2 Poivre Island • 3 Bijoutier Island • 4 At Sea • 5-6 Aldabra Islands • 7 Assumption Island • 8 At Sea • 9 Zanzibar • 10 Pemba Island • 11 Lamu • 12 Mombasa Ports, port order and itinerary duration may vary, for the most up-to-date details see swanhellenic.com BOTANICAL SIGHTS Port Victoria’s Botanical Gardens are famed for their slender coco de mer palms and ambling giant tortoises BUTTERFLY LIFE Assumption Island is known for its colourful butterfly species, including the belenois aldabrensis Experience a slice of tropical paradise far from the crowds on this beautiful 11-night voyage. You’ll explore a handful of the remote 115 islands that make up this Indian Ocean archipelago, before heading to Tanzania, Kenya, and Mombasa, known for their rich cultures and pungent spices. Embrace pure joy as you dive, snorkel and even surf in these waters filled with colourful fish. Then head on land to encounter nesting turtles, giant tortoises, pink flamingos and red fodies in their natural habitat. 5 Unmissables Visit the spectacular Aldabra Atoll. This fascinating World Heritage Site is one of the world's largest coral atolls, consisting of four large coral islands, enclosing a shallow tropical lagoon, and surrounded by a reef. Discover the tranquil beauty of Pemba Island. Cloaked in lush vegetation, this hilly island is famed for its extensive clove farms, peaceful islets and white-sand beaches. Pemba’s biodiverse forests are a haven for grazing blue duiker, and the Pemba flying fox, identifiable by its distinctive rusty-red fur and large wingspan. Lose yourself in the history of Zanzibar’s Stone Town. This World Heritage Site is a labyrinth of winding alleys, bustling marketplaces, and breathtaking mosques and grand Arab residences. Visit the World Heritage-listed Lamu Old Town. The history of this fascinating town dates back to the 12th century, and it was once an important trading centre. Marvel at how well the mangrove timber and coral stone have been preserved, and appreciate the elaborately carved wooden doors. Take in the aromas of Zanzibar’s market stalls heaped with locally grown spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. 24 Oct - 4 Nov 2023 SH Diana Port Victoria - Mombasa 11 nights Paradise Islands of the IndianOcean ⇢ Starting from € 8,419 per person in double Oceanview Stateroom occupancy
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