In-depth knowledge Madagascar and Seychelles
Madagascar – a living archive of evolution
This destination is regarded as one of the last truly great places of discovery, offering an authentic expedition experience supported by scientific expertise on board. Rather than a conventional nature journey, it represents a pure expedition concept, focused on exploration, knowledge and access to remote regions beyond established routes.
Nature & wildlife
- Around 90% endemic plant and animal species
- Unique fauna including lemurs, miniature chameleons, fossas, rare bird species and butterflies
- More than 12,000 plant species, many of them found nowhere else in the world
- Exceptional biodiversity resulting from millions of years of isolation
Expedition character
- Very limited tourist infrastructure – many regions accessible only by ship
- Highly immersive Zodiac operations and landings along undeveloped coastlines
- Diverse landscapes including rainforests, karst formations (Tsingys), pristine coastlines and island groups
- Varied activity levels: hiking, wildlife observation and snorkelling
Cultural & historical depth
- Colonial heritage (e.g. Antsiranana)
- Pirate legends (Nosy Boraha / Libertalia)
- Agricultural cultural landscapes (cocoa, coffee, spices)
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Seychelles – Hidden worlds beyond the postcard
An Expedition Seychelles offers a perspective beyond classic postcard imagery, providing access to islands and atolls that are rarely visited. It combines conservation and scientific research with carefully curated expedition experiences, creating a distinctive balance between protection, knowledge and exclusive access to remote regions.
Nature & protected areas
- 115 islands, many of them uninhabited and strictly protected
- Around 60% of the land area under nature protection (enshrined in the constitution)
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Aldabra Atoll
- The world’s only granite island group located in the middle of the ocean
Expedition highlights
- Access to the Outer Islands (Aldabra, Astove, Farquhar, Saint‑Francois), usually only by ship or Zodiac
- Large bird colonies, rays, dolphins and whales
- Encounters with Aldabra giant tortoises in the wild
- Snorkelling in intact, largely untouched reef systems
Experience quality
- Expedition travel in very small group
- Tranquillity, vastness and authenticity instead of staged tourism
- In‑depth nature observation with experts (biology, marine biology)
