Variety Cruises Launches its Autumn & Winter 2021 Cruise Programme Indian Ocean, Caribbean & African River Cruises

Variety Cruises – the specialist in small ship and environmentally friendly cruising - is delighted to announce dates for its eagerly awaited autumn/winter 2021 sailing programme which offers bespoke and inspirational trips around the Caribbean, Indian Oceans as well as the Rivers of Africa. There is a 10% discount on specific departures for all three cruise trips.

Predominantly seven-night cruises are structured to avoid repeat returns to ports on the itinerary. These trips are the perfect way to enjoy a quick, relaxing and varied getaway even on the other side of the world.

Seychelles – From £2091 per person –The Seychelles is the perfect destination for both summer and winter cruises due to its tropical climate. Discover this complex of islands onboard a Variety Cruises yacht and experience a unique island-hopping voyage. Whatever the reason you wish to travel, cruise Seychelles from Mahe or Praslin and explore the extraordinary fauna and flora, excursions, diving, tropical forest walks and heavenly beaches! Prices start from £2091 per person to include accommodation on full board basis (buffet breakfast, lunch & dinner), coffee, tea mineral water plus fresh fruit available all day, three complimentary excursions in Aride, Curieuse and Cousin, snorkelling equipment and sea kayak (subject to availability), welcome cocktail, Captain’s dinner, BBQ (weather permitting), English speaking tour director. From 2nd October 2021

Barbados Cruise - From £1620 per person – This is an ideal way to discover the hidden gems of the Grenadines, accessible only by small ship, known for yacht-filled harbours and sailing spots like the reef-lined island of Bequia, St. Lucia, the Pitons and the spice island of Grenada, and swim in pristine waters of Canouan and Tobago Cays, before returning to the relaxed island vibes of Barbados. Prices start from £1620 per person to include accommodation on full board basis (buffet breakfast, lunch & dinner), coffee, tea mineral water plus fresh fruit available all day, snorkelling equipment and sea kayak (subject to availability), welcome cocktail, Captain’s dinner, BBQ (weather permitting), English speaking tour director. From 13th December 2021 for an eight-day trip.

The Rivers of Gambia & Senegal – From £1500 per person – This seven-night cruise is sure to satisfy those looking for an alternative trip. A great way to view wildlife on board a yacht cruise along the West Africa Coast and upstream the Gambia River, deep inside the African continent. Discover the waterways of Senegal and Gambia with visits to no less than 4 Natural Reserves; Sine Saloun Delta, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and a birdwatcher's paradise; Djiffere fishing village; River Gambia National Park; Wassu mysterious stone circles, another UNESCO World Heritage site; Bao Bolong Wetland Reserve and Kiang West National Park in Gambia. Our on board Gambian River Naturalist will assist you in discovering the amazing flora and fauna and will be at your side throughout this exciting voyage, unravelling the wonders of West Africa. Prices start from £1500 per person to include accommodation on full board basis (buffet breakfast, lunch & dinner), coffee, tea mineral water plus fresh fruit available all day, snorkelling equipment and sea kayak (subject to availability), welcome cocktail, Captain’s dinner, BBQ (weather permitting), English speaking tour director. From 22nd December 2021 for an seven-day trip.

Variety Cruises has built a school in the village of Lamin Koto, with the support of the management, cruise guests, crew, and fundraising. The school was handed over to the local community where over 100 children attend. In April 2018, Variety Cruises launched the Kuntaur Children's Film Festival where classic children’s films are screened in an open air cinema constructed by Variety Cruises' guests, crew and the local community. For example, during April 2018, children and families got to watch classic children films such as "the Lion King"and"The never ending story", while experiencing cinema with homemade popcorn.

Book online at www.varietycruises.com or contact 0208 324 3117

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About Variety Cruises

Variety Cruises’ , specialises in small ship cruises . As a cruise company, it has a very low environmental footprint, can visit smaller ports of call that bigger ships cannot , the cultural impact is manageable whilst adding value to the local economies. Guests and crew actively engage with beach clean-ups, embrace the United Nations sustainability protocols, the vessels run on marine diesel oil instead of the standard heavy fuel, and where possible, the sailing vessels use wind-power. From 2020 onwards single use plastic has been banned from the fleet. In its continued efforts to leave a positive cultural footprint in the remote areas that we visit we have engaged VARIETY CARES in our operations that provides a caring platform that communicates and strengthens our mission and goals via our three-tiered mission of clean oceans, gender equality, and education FOR ALL.


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