6 Days Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour
This 6 Days Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour takes you from the pristine waters of Seychelles, where spinner dolphins dance in the azure seas around Mahé Island, to the historic spice islands of Zanzibar with their rich cultural heritage. Your journey combines thrilling dolphin encounters with luxury beach relaxation in tropical paradise settings.
The Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour showcases the incredible marine biodiversity of the western Indian Ocean through expertly guided excursions. From swimming with dolphins in the protected waters of Port Launay Marine National Park to exploring the coral gardens of Mnemba Atoll, each day brings new underwater adventures. This unique combination allows you to experience both Seychelles' endemic granite islands and Zanzibar's coral atolls in one unforgettable journey.
Your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour features luxury accommodations on both island destinations, creating the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation. Professional marine guides share their expertise about dolphin behavior and conservation efforts while ensuring responsible wildlife viewing practices. This extraordinary tour culminates with Zanzibar's famous spice tours and sunset dhow cruises, completing your Indian Ocean odyssey with cultural immersion and pristine beach experiences.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Pick Up from Seychelles International Airport and Dolphin Watching at Port Launay
Day 2: Transfer to Praslin Island and Continue with Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve Tour
Day 3: Proceed to La Digue Island for Giant Tortoise Encounters and Anse Source d'Argent
Day 4: Transfer to Zanzibar and Continue with the Stone Town Historical Walking Tour
Day 5: Proceed with Spice Farm Tour and Continue to Mnemba Atoll Dolphin Safari
Day 6: Continue with Prison Island Tour and Transfer to Airport for Departure
Price Includes:
- Park fees and marine conservation levies
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground and water transport, including boats and ferries
- Bottled water during excursions and transfers
- Full board accommodation at specified hotels and resorts
- Professional English-speaking driver-guides and marine specialists
- Driver and guide allowances
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)
- Airport transfers in both Seychelles and Zanzibar
Price Excludes:
- Seychelles and Tanzania Visas (where applicable)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities (deep-sea fishing, helicopter tours, etc.)
- Laundry services
- Travel insurance
Itinary in details
- Day1Pick Up from Seychelles International Airport and Dolphin Watching at Port Launay
Your extraordinary Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour begins with pickup from Seychelles International Airport on Mahé Island, followed by a scenic 45-minute drive to your luxury resort at Beau Vallon Bay. This exciting Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour continues with an afternoon boat excursion to Port Launay Marine National Park, located on the northwest coast of Mahé, where spinner dolphins are frequently spotted in the protected waters known locally as "Baie Lazare." Your first day of this remarkable Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour concludes with a sunset dolphin watching cruise, offering opportunities to observe these intelligent marine mammals in their natural habitat while enjoying refreshments aboard a traditional Creole sailing boat.
- Day2Transfer to Praslin Island and Continue with Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve Tour
Continue your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour with an early morning 45-minute flight or 1-hour ferry journey to Praslin Island, the second-largest island in the Seychelles archipelago located 44 kilometers northeast of Mahé. Your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour adventure proceeds with exploration of the UNESCO World Heritage Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, home to the legendary Coco de Mer palms and endemic bird species in this prehistoric forest known locally as "Garden of Eden." The afternoon portion of your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour includes a catamaran cruise to Curieuse Island, where you'll encounter giant Aldabra tortoises and enjoy snorkeling in crystal-clear waters while searching for marine life including reef sharks and colorful tropical fish.
- Day3Proceed to La Digue Island for Giant Tortoise Encounters and Anse Source d'Argent
Proceed with your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour by taking a 15-minute ferry ride to La Digue Island, famous for its granite boulder formations and pristine beaches featured in countless travel magazines worldwide. This memorable day of your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour includes visiting L'Union Estate plantation to meet giant tortoises and explore the vanilla plantations, followed by cycling to the world-renowned Anse Source d'Argent beach with its iconic pink granite boulders. Your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour continues with an afternoon glass-bottom boat excursion around the island, offering spectacular views of coral reefs and marine life while keeping watch for dolphins that frequent the waters between La Digue and nearby Félicité Island.
- Day4Transfer to Zanzibar and Continue with Stone Town Historical Walking Tour
Transfer from Seychelles to Zanzibar begins with a morning flight via Addis Ababa or Dubai (approximately 4-6 hours total travel time), marking the transition phase of your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour to the Spice Islands of Tanzania. Upon arrival at Zanzibar International Airport, continue your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour with a 45-minute drive to Stone Town, the historic heart of Zanzibar known locally as "Mji Mkongwe" (Old Town). Your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour proceeds with a guided walking tour through the narrow alleys of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, exploring the House of Wonders, Mercury House, and the vibrant Darajani Market before checking into your boutique hotel overlooking the Indian Ocean.
- Day5Proceed with Spice Farm Tour and Continue to Mnemba Atoll Dolphin Safari
Proceed with your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour by embarking on a morning spice farm tour, located 30 minutes from Stone Town, where you'll discover why Zanzibar is called the "Spice Island" through encounters with cardamom, vanilla, and cloves growing in traditional plantations. Continue your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour with an afternoon boat excursion to Mnemba Atoll, located 3 kilometers northeast of Zanzibar, renowned for its crystal-clear waters and frequent dolphin sightings in the protected marine conservation area. This highlight of your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour includes snorkeling among vibrant coral reefs, swimming with dolphins if conditions permit, and enjoying a seafood lunch on a secluded beach while watching traditional dhow boats sail across the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.
- Day6Continue with Prison Island Tour and Transfer to Airport for Departure
Continue your final day of the Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour with a morning boat trip to Prison Island (Changuu Island), located 30 minutes by dhow from Stone Town, famous for its giant tortoise sanctuary and historical significance as a former quarantine station. Your Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour proceeds with snorkeling in the coral gardens surrounding the island, where you might encounter reef fish and occasional dolphin pods that feed in these nutrient-rich waters near the Zanzibar Channel. The conclusion of your unforgettable Dolphin Tour Seychelles and Zanzibar Tour includes transfer back to Stone Town for souvenir shopping at the famous Forodhani Gardens night market, followed by airport transfer for your international departure, carrying memories of two incredible Indian Ocean destinations and their magnificent marine life.