Praslin: Curieuse & St Pierre Island Day Trip with Barbecue
Curieuse & St Pierre Group Tour Departure from Praslin Island | Guided Tour + Creole BBQ + Snorkeling ❗ Island Entrance Fee Not Included: €20 per person (payable on-site) Full-Day Itinerary 08:00 – 08:55 AM | Hotel Pick-Up (Praslin Only) Start your day with a smooth van transfer from your Praslin hotel to Côte d'Or Beach. Our friendly driver will pick you up directly from your hotel reception. 09:15AM | ⛵ Boat Departure to Curieuse Island Step aboard for a scenic 15-minute cruise across turquoise waters. Feel the breeze and enjoy the incredible island views! ️ 09:30 AM | Stop 1: Doctor’s House Museum (Anse José) Begin your visit at the historic colonial Doctor’s House, now a museum showcasing Curieuse's leprosy past. Wander through Coco de Mer palm forests and coastal vegetation. 11:00 AM | Guided Nature Trail through Mangroves Join your guide on a scenic boardwalk hike through Curieuse’s protected mangrove forest. Spot native birds, crabs, and learn about the island’s biodiversity. 12:30 PM | Stop 2: Aldabra Tortoise Sanctuary + Creole BBQ Arrive at the opposite side of the island (Anse Laraie) where giant tortoises roam freely. Great photo opportunities with these gentle giants. Then, enjoy an authentic Creole BBQ right on the beach: Grilled fish, chicken, sausages Creole rice, salads, lentils, chutneys Fresh fruit platter 2 beers/adult, water & soft drinks included Relax under palm trees with ocean views as your backdrop. 2:00 PM | Stop 3: St Pierre Islet – Snorkeling Paradise Cruise to St Pierre, a small granite islet surrounded by clear waters and coral reefs. Enjoy 1 hour of snorkeling with provided gear. Spot tropical fish, colorful corals, turtles & eagle rays. Beginners welcome – assistance available! ⛵ 3:15 PM | Return Cruise to Praslin Relax as we cruise back to the mainland, soaking in the final views of this island paradise. 3:30 PM | Hotel Drop-Off Your driver will return you to your hotel with unforgettable memories and vibrant photos. ✅ Included ✔️ Hotel & boat transfers (Praslin) ✔️ Guided island tour (Doctor’s House + nature trail) ✔️ BBQ lunch with drinks ✔️ Snorkeling gear + guided snorkel ✔️ Visit to tortoise sanctuary ❌ Not Included ⛔ Island Tax (€20 per person) ❌ Personal expenses, tips ⚠️ Sea Conditions Notice From June to September, Seychelles experiences southeast monsoon winds, which may cause rougher seas. In such cases, snorkeling may be moved to Anse Petite Cours—a calm bay ideal for marine viewing and guest safety. What to Bring Reef-safe sunscreen | ️ Hat | Swimwear | ️ Towel | Camera | Sandals ✨ Discover wild beauty, Creole culture, and marine magic—book now for a truly Seychellois adventure!