Custom Made schooner - 2000

S.Y. Sea Bird is a modern custom-built yacht that combines space, comfort and authentic hospitality-at-sea for weekly live-aboard cruises and private charters around the inner Seychelles islands. Redesigned in 2007 to begin cruising in Seychelles, SY Sea Bird is a two-masted 42-metre yacht with four Bermuda sails, sleek contours and modern interiors. Both vessels serve as ideal platforms for discovering the islands’ most exclusive and hard to-reach ...

S.Y. Sea Bird is a modern custom-built yacht that combines space, comfort and authentic hospitality-at-sea for weekly live-aboard cruises and private charters around the inner Seychelles islands. Redesigned in 2007 to begin cruising in Seychelles, SY Sea Bird is a two-masted 42-metre yacht with four Bermuda sails, sleek contours and modern interiors. Both vessels serve as ideal platforms for discovering the islands’ most exclusive and hard to-reach places, from tiny granite islets to beautiful hidden coves. Cruises on Sea Bird & Sea Star are operated all year-round, with departures or arrivals every SATURDAY, venturing throughout most of the inner island archipelago. There are 9 air-conditioned ensuite cabins -berths are: S.Y. Sea Bird Fully air-conditioned cabins with private bathroom: 6 double-bed cabins + 1 single bunk 3 double-bed cabins CREW 1 Captain 1 Chef 1 Mechanic 3 Stewardesses 2 Deckhands Rates include: exclusive private charter with customised itinerary (to be outlined in advance as part of a contract), full board meals, afternoon tea/coffee/cake, a crew of 9 including the captain, engineer, 2 deckhands, 3 stewardesses, chef and dive master, as well as equipment for snorkelling, kayaking, bottom-line fishing and stand-up paddle boarding Charters are available for up to 18 pax for groups of friends, family or executives who wish to discover the islands privately in their own way. A number of special niche programmes have been developed to cater for charter groups seeking a more specific activity to enjoy in the islands, such as sea kayaking, bird-watching, sport-fishing, cycling, hiking, diving and more. Cruises can be tailored to almost any special interest. SY Sea Star and SY Sea Bird cruises with embarkation on Saturdays and disembarkation on Saturdays from Mahe Island. During the north-west monsoon from November to April. SY Sea Star and SY Sea Bird cruises with embarkation on Saturdays and disembarkation on Saturdays from Mahe Island. DIVING Diving and snorkelling in the Seychelles reveal the best of the magical underwater world that the Indian Ocean has to offer. Unique granite boulder formations, coral reefs and wrecks are home to colourful tropical fish, turtles, sharks, rays and many other species. Some of the best dive sites in Seychelles' inner islands are easily accessible on our cruises. Each vessel has a dedicated PADI dive instructor onboard to accommodate the needs of both seasoned and novice divers alike. Introductory dives for first-timers and even PADI Open Water & Advanced Open Water courses can be conducted onboard. All vessels are equipped with two dive compressors, 18 cylinders + refills, weights, assorted wet suits (shorties) and 8 full diving sets for hire. All extras onboard are excluding 15% Seychelles Government Tax/VAT except for conservation fee and government environment levy Features - Spacious decks and upper sun deck - Covered back deck with table for open-air dining - 2 deck showers - Air conditioning in all interiors (cabins, dining salon & lounge/bar) - Bottled water, soft drinks, beer, wine and spirits are all available for purchase - Laundry on request (additional charge) - TV, DVD, stereo in main salon Rates include: Overnight accommodation for entire cruise, full board meals,afternoon tea/coffee/cake, our friendly crew of 9 and equipment for snorkelling, kayaking, stand- up paddle boarding and bottom-line fishing. The rate does not include: Beverages from our bar, Diving/Diving Equipment, transfers before or at the end of the cruise, the Conservation Fee & Government Environment Levy**

S.Y. Sea Bird is a modern custom-built yacht that combines space, comfort and authentic hospitality-at-sea for weekly live-aboard cruises and private charters around the inner Seychelles islands. Redesigned in 2007 to begin cruising in Seychelles, SY Sea Bird is a two-masted 42-metre yacht with four Bermuda sails, sleek contours and modern interiors. Both vessels serve as ideal platforms for discovering the islands’ most exclusive and hard to-reach ...

S.Y. Sea Bird is a modern custom-built yacht that combines space, comfort and authentic hospitality-at-sea for weekly live-aboard cruises and private charters around the inner Seychelles islands. Redesigned in 2007 to begin cruising in Seychelles, SY Sea Bird is a two-masted 42-metre yacht with four Bermuda sails, sleek contours and modern interiors. Both vessels serve as ideal platforms for discovering the islands’ most exclusive and hard to-reach places, from tiny granite islets to beautiful hidden coves. Cruises on Sea Bird & Sea Star are operated all year-round, with departures or arrivals every SATURDAY, venturing throughout most of the inner island archipelago. There are 9 air-conditioned ensuite cabins -berths are: S.Y. Sea Bird Fully air-conditioned cabins with private bathroom: 6 double-bed cabins + 1 single bunk 3 double-bed cabins CREW 1 Captain 1 Chef 1 Mechanic 3 Stewardesses 2 Deckhands Rates include: exclusive private charter with customised itinerary (to be outlined in advance as part of a contract), full board meals, afternoon tea/coffee/cake, a crew of 9 including the captain, engineer, 2 deckhands, 3 stewardesses, chef and dive master, as well as equipment for snorkelling, kayaking, bottom-line fishing and stand-up paddle boarding Charters are available for up to 18 pax for groups of friends, family or executives who wish to discover the islands privately in their own way. A number of special niche programmes have been developed to cater for charter groups seeking a more specific activity to enjoy in the islands, such as sea kayaking, bird-watching, sport-fishing, cycling, hiking, diving and more. Cruises can be tailored to almost any special interest. SY Sea Star and SY Sea Bird cruises with embarkation on Saturdays and disembarkation on Saturdays from Mahe Island. During the north-west monsoon from November to April. SY Sea Star and SY Sea Bird cruises with embarkation on Saturdays and disembarkation on Saturdays from Mahe Island. DIVING Diving and snorkelling in the Seychelles reveal the best of the magical underwater world that the Indian Ocean has to offer. Unique granite boulder formations, coral reefs and wrecks are home to colourful tropical fish, turtles, sharks, rays and many other species. Some of the best dive sites in Seychelles' inner islands are easily accessible on our cruises. Each vessel has a dedicated PADI dive instructor onboard to accommodate the needs of both seasoned and novice divers alike. Introductory dives for first-timers and even PADI Open Water & Advanced Open Water courses can be conducted onboard. All vessels are equipped with two dive compressors, 18 cylinders + refills, weights, assorted wet suits (shorties) and 8 full diving sets for hire. All extras onboard are excluding 15% Seychelles Government Tax/VAT except for conservation fee and government environment levy Features - Spacious decks and upper sun deck - Covered back deck with table for open-air dining - 2 deck showers - Air conditioning in all interiors (cabins, dining salon & lounge/bar) - Bottled water, soft drinks, beer, wine and spirits are all available for purchase - Laundry on request (additional charge) - TV, DVD, stereo in main salon Rates include: Overnight accommodation for entire cruise, full board meals,afternoon tea/coffee/cake, our friendly crew of 9 and equipment for snorkelling, kayaking, stand- up paddle boarding and bottom-line fishing. The rate does not include: Beverages from our bar, Diving/Diving Equipment, transfers before or at the end of the cruise, the Conservation Fee & Government Environment Levy**