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An Indian Ocean cruise and stay holiday takes you to picturesque beaches, vibrant coral reefs teeming with tropical fish, and even the unspoiled wilderness of the South African bush. On your Indian Ocean adventure, you’ll depart from South Africa to Mauritius where you'll find tropical lagoons, on Réunion Island lives endemic creatures like the Réunion cuckooshrike and the Réunion Island gecko, or join the phenomenal natural world of Madagascar, and the verdant luxury of the Maldives. There are very few other cruise and stay options that provide such a diverse range of life-changing locations. Itineraries typically take 16-nights, each one packed with unforgettable moments. Whether you’re viewing lions on the grassy plains of South Africa, or swimming in the warm blue waters of Mauritius, the feeling will stay with you forever. Call our Cruise Experts on 0800 197 8050 to book now and soon you’ll be snorkelling and seafaring your way through your bucket list!
As the Indian Ocean covers such a vast area of the earth and across both hemispheres, the weather and seasons vary significantly throughout. This variation means there’s always a destination available, whether you’re looking for a Summer getaway or some Winter sun.
I’ve cruised around the Maldives in November and Mauritius in June. Both times the weather was perfect for snorkelling with lovely calm seas and just a nice breeze. There were loads of fish to get up and close with off our little tour boat and when relaxing on the beach after the sun was just right and not too humid. Here you can see the view from a helicopter ride I took over Mauritius just how gorgeous the sea is. Goggles and snorkels are a must if you’re not on a tour that provides them (even if just for a quick dip!) and make sure you pack loads of suncream as there isn’t always much shade if you’re doing something active - even in the water!
Vickie Miah - Cruise Expert
As well as sailings departing from the Seychelles and Maldives directly, departure ports popular for their variety of sailings to the islands and land tour opportunities in their own right include:
We had an absolutely amazing trip to Mauritius, Madagascar and South Africa. The whole process of getting a quote to booking and finally going was brilliant. I love South Africa but hadn’t visited Mauritius or Madagascar before, so the itinerary matched perfectly. Here I am enjoying a ship excursion to Addo Elephant Park in Port Elizabeth - African elephants are my absolute favourite, so was delighted we had such an amazing safari.
Michaela Cadden - Client
Emerald Kaia 17 November 2026 12 nights
Itinerary: Mahe - La Digue - Amirante Islands - Alphonse Island - Farquhar - Aldabra Atoll - Kilwa Kisiwani - Mafia Island - Zanzibar - Mombasa
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Emerald Kaia 29 November 2026 12 nights
Itinerary: Mombasa - Zanzibar - Mafia Island - Kilwa Kisiwani - Aldabra Atoll - Farquhar - Alphonse Island - Amirante Islands - Praslin Islands - Mahe
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Emerald Kaia 11 December 2026 9 nights
Itinerary: Mahe - Therese Island - Cousin Island - Praslin Islands - La Digue - Aride Island - Mahe
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Emerald Kaia 12 December 2026 15 nights
Itinerary: Nairobi - Mahe - Praslin Islands - La Digue - Aride Island - Mahe
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Emerald Kaia 20 December 2026 7 nights
Itinerary: Mahe - Cousin Island - Praslin Islands - La Digue - Aride Island - Mahe
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MSC Armonia 26 December 2026 12 nights
Itinerary: Durban - Port Louis - La Possession - Portuguese Island - Durban
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Emerald Kaia 27 December 2026 7 nights
Itinerary: Mahe - Cousin Island - Praslin Islands - La Digue - Aride Island - Mahe
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Emerald Kaia 03 January 2027 7 nights
Itinerary: Mahe - Cousin Island - Praslin Islands - La Digue - Aride Island - Mahe
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Le Dumont D'urville 07 January 2027 8 nights
Itinerary: Port Victoria - Praslin Islands - Aride Island - Remire - Cousin Island - Grande Soeur - Port Victoria
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Emerald Kaia 09 January 2027 15 nights
Itinerary: Nairobi - Mahe - Praslin Islands - La Digue - Aride Island - Mahe
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