Set sail from Singapore and across the vast arc of the Indian Ocean onboard Coral Geographer, calling in at Sumatra, the coastal communities of Sri Lanka, the remote atolls of the Maldives and on to the pristine Seychelles. Start your voyage by calling on the colourful Malaysian coastal towns of Malacca and Penang. From there, visit Sabang at the western tip of Indonesia and gateway to the Malacca Straits. Experience Banda Aceh, witness to age old conflicts between the Acehnese and the Dutch, Portuguese, Japanese and Indonesian governments. Spend five days exploring the otherwise inaccessible islands of the Maldives, where you can snorkel, dive, kayak and encounter remarkable marine life in this pristine aquatic landscape. Finally, we sail to the northern Seychelles, the land of giant Coco De Mer palm trees, immense granite boulders and lumbering tortoises that forage along the foreshores. Visit the legendary La Digue, Praslin and Aride islands before concluding your voyage in cosmopolitan Mahe, from where international connections are available. This 25-night voyage is a unique expedition that samples the diversity of the Indian Ocean – from modern Singapore, through colonial Malaysia, traditional Indonesia, wild Sri Lanka, the pristine Maldives and the unique ecosystem of the Seychelles.
- Spend five days island hopping in the Maldives, visiting remote atolls for aquatic activities, exploring Addu Nature Park and encountering diverse wildlife
- Visit the bustling Malaysian cities of Melaka and Penang to be immersed in cultural history, view colourful architecture and savour traditional cuisine
- Step ashore at rarely visited Banda Aceh, rebuilt from the devastating 2004 tsunami
- Marvel at a Coco de Mer palm forest on Praslin and see the iconic giant seeds known for their suggestive shape
- Explore the beautiful island of La Digue and spend time on ‘the world’s most beautiful beach’ – Anse Source d’Argent
- Encounter the Aldabra giant tortoises of Seychelles
- Discover the coastal communities, sprawling beaches and unique wildlife of Sri Lanka
- Witness the diversity of cultures throughout your voyage and get closer to the local people and lifestyle