Wilderness Travel 2021 Cultural Cruises Brochure

Madagascar, Réunion & Mauritius ABOARD THE LE JACQUES CARTIER Towering mountains swathed in green, granite islands and mangrove forests, endemic species found nowhere else on earth—these are a few of the treasures on this epic voyage in the Indian Ocean. From Port Louis, Mauritus, sail to the plunging waterfalls of Réunion Island, then on to magical Madagascar with its lemurs, orchids, baobabs, and colorful chameleons. Your grand finale is in the idyllic Seychelles, where turquoise lagoons burst with sea life. Optional activities include diving with on-board certified instructors and a helicopter ride over the famous “cirques” of Réunion Island.

KENYA

SEYCHELLES

La Digue

Victoria

500 mi

500 km

Alphonse

Glorieuses

INDIAN OCEAN

Nosy Mitsio

Nosy Komba

Majunga

Sainte Marie

MADAGASCAR

Port Louis

Pointe des Galets

RÉUNION

DAYS 1-3 MAURITIUS TO RÉUNION Discover Port Louis, the multicultural capital of Mauritius, with its 16th century citadel and Pamplemousses Botanical Garden. Embark and sail to the gorgeous island of Réunion. Choose to visit the active Piton de la Fournaise volcano by 4WD vehicle, paddle a kayak above coral reefs in a protected lagoon, or head to a vanilla plantation and a breathtaking waterfall. DAYS 4-6 SAINTE MARIE AND NOSY NATO Madagascar has one of the most diverse landscapes in the world, home to five percent of all known species! On the east coast of Madagascar, explore the island of Sainte Marie with its cascading waterfalls, natural pools, and colorful orchids. Enjoy privileged access to Île aux Nattes, or Nosy

the Red Circus, a geological wonder made of colorful sandstones, visit a sacred lake, or take a walk along a lemur trail in the savanna. See the famed black lemurs on volcanic Nosy Komba, and watch for sea turtles in the stunning Scattered Islands. DAYS 11-13 THE SEYCHELLES Sparkling beaches on the edge of dense forests, ancient tortoises and abundant marine life, and an eclectic blend of cultures—the Seychelles are a spellbinding paradise! Visit Alphonse, La Digue, and Mahé Islands, and disembark in Victoria on Day 13.

Nato, fast becoming the most sought-after beach paradise in Madagascar. DAYS 7-10 NOSY MITSIO TO THE SCATTERED ISLANDS In the Mitsio Archipelago, you’ll discover wild orchids, baobab trees, and emerging basalt columns. In Majunga, take a zebu-drawn carriage to

DATE Mar 5-17, 2021

TRIP COST From $7,080

Price is per person and depends on cabin type

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