Name: Zanzibar to Seychelles Offshore Sailing Adventure
Price: 2995 GBP
Availability: InStock

Set sail across one of the Indian Ocean’s most beautiful and lesser-travelled routes, from the bustling backstreets of Zanzibar to the emerald peaks of the Seychelles. This trip combines remote island anchorages, open-water sailing, and laid-back days at sea. Whether you’re keen to build miles, refine your skills, or just unplug, this experience blends adventure with space to enjoy the ride.

⏱ Key Details

Duration: 9 nights
Group size: Up to 6 guests
Minimum age: 16
Start/End Point: Stone Town, Zanzibar to Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles

⛵ Trip Details

You’ll begin in Stone Town, Zanzibar, where time seems to slow between the scent of cloves and the calls to prayer. There's time to wander the markets, visit the home of Freddie Mercury, or simply enjoy a drink on the beach before boarding the boat. From here, we warm up with a short sail to Kibandiko (Prison Island), where giant Aldabra tortoises roam and the turquoise water is ideal for a swim. Another day brings us to Pemba Island with its coral-fringed anchorages and brilliant snorkelling straight off the deck.

Then comes the blue-water stretch. As we leave Tanzanian waters, the adventure kicks up a notch. The wind fills the sails and we slip into a rotating watch system, sharing helm time, cooking, and stories under the stars. Expect long, open stretches of ocean, opportunities to fish for mahi-mahi or tuna, and the odd pod of dolphins joining us along the way. The sea state can vary – sometimes glassy, sometimes lumpy – but the rhythm of life on board keeps things steady. If weather permits, we may stop at remote islands like Bird or Silhouette before making landfall in Victoria on Mahé. It’s the sort of passage that stays with you long after the sails are down.

📍 Location

Your journey kicks off in Stone Town, the historic capital of Zanzibar. A maze of narrow alleys, spice stalls, and carved wooden doors, it’s the perfect place to soak in the rich history and grab last-minute bits before heading offshore. With warm weather and a laid-back feel, it’s an easy place to settle into holiday mode.

Your final destination is Victoria, Mahé, the compact capital of the Seychelles. Depending on weather and sea conditions, you may get the chance to stop at a few of the lesser-visited islands like Denis or Bird Island, each offering white sand beaches, forest walks, and excellent snorkelling. It’s a fitting finish to a rewarding offshore trip – remote, natural, and full of that slow island pace.

🛏 Accommodation

Life on board Synergy, our 40ft Fontaine Pajot Lavessi catamaran, is designed to be both relaxed and sociable. She’s spacious with wide walkways, a shaded cockpit for shared meals, and a large foredeck perfect for lounging, spotting marine life, or casting a fishing line. Equipped for offshore sailing but set up with comfort in mind, she’s a great mix of performance and liveability. You’ll have plenty of chances to help with the sailing, or just stretch out and enjoy the views with a cold drink in hand.

You’ll be staying in one of three guest cabins, which can be set up as a double or two singles using lee cloths. Each hull has its own bathroom shared between two cabins, and all bedding is provided. There’s room to store your gear, and the layout offers enough privacy for downtime between watches or after a day of hands-on sailing. Whether it’s a peaceful morning coffee or a shared sundowner, the boat feels like a proper home during your time at sea.

✅ Prerequisites

No prior sailing experience is needed – just a willingness to get involved and a sense of adventure. We’ll ask you ahead of time about any sailing you’ve done, and what you’d like to get out of the trip. Some guests come to relax and unwind, others want to build miles or prep for future qualifications. There’s room for both, and we’ll tailor things to suit.

Once we start the ocean crossing, we operate a watch system, which means everyone will get a taste of night sailing and the satisfaction of handling the boat across long distances. You’ll be part of a small team and can take on as much or as little as you like. This isn’t a luxury cruise – it’s a hands-on, team-based experience – but it’s also welcoming, sociable, and well-supported by a professional crew who love what they do.

🌊 Why Choose Us

The centre is led by experienced offshore skippers who are not just excellent sailors, but great at creating a friendly, down-to-earth atmosphere on board. Whether you’re tying your first bowline or logging ocean miles toward your next RYA qualification, there’s plenty of space to grow, learn, or just enjoy the open water.

What really sets this trip apart is the balance: serious ocean sailing paired with warm, shallow anchorages; skill-building alongside lazy afternoons; remote islands with proper sailing legs in between. You’ll sail with a small, close-knit group and a crew who genuinely care about giving you a good time on and off the water.