Eden Island: Semi-Submarine Tour in St. Anne Marine Park

Highlights

• Dive beneath the waves of St Anne National Marine Park without having to get wet, experiencing the underwater world in comfort and safety.
• Try to spot wildlife like colorful corals, seaweed, green turtles, and dolphins as you explore the protected marine park waters.
• Take your family and friends on an underwater adventure in a safe way, perfect for all ages and swimming abilities.
• Capture pictures of the panoramic views of Eden Island and the Mahé mountains from the top deck before descending below.
• Marvel at the underwater beauty of the oldest marine park in the Indian Ocean, witnessing first hand the magic of Seychelles.
• Enjoy spacious air conditioned underwater observatory with large viewing windows, providing clear views of the marine life below.

Tour Overview

This one hour semi-submarine tour offers a unique way to explore the underwater world of St Anne National Marine Park without getting wet, making it ideal if you want to experience marine life viewing in comfort and safety. You will experience the wonder and beauty of the famous St Anne National Marine Park, cruising into the heart of the Indian Ocean's oldest marine reserve and witnessing first hand the magic of Seychelles.

You meet your guide at the Semi-Submarine Seychelles office at Eden Island, where they will be wearing a red shirt with the Semi-Sub logo. The pickup area is right by the Semi-Sub Seychelles office, and underground parking is available just below the office. You then board a semi-submarine that is covered with a non-slip material and equipped with safety handrails, ensuring a safe and comfortable experience for all passengers.

You start your journey above deck where you can take in some sun and enjoy the fresh air as your captain heads towards the reef. During this time, you can snap some pictures of Eden Island and the Mahé mountain tops as you sail along. Once at the reef, you head below deck to enjoy the spacious air conditioned underwater observatory, where you view the underwater wonders of St Anne National Marine Park. You have the chance to spot a wide variety of marine life like corals, seaweed, green turtles, dolphins, and colorful schools of fish, while enjoying underwater landscapes of granite rocks and sandy plains before heading back to Eden Island.

Typical Itinerary

1. Meeting point at Eden Island - Meet your guide at the Semi-Submarine Seychelles office at Eden Island, where they will be wearing a red shirt with the Semi-Sub logo. The pickup area is right by the office, and underground parking is available just below.
2. Boarding the semi-submarine - Board the semi-submarine, which is covered with a non-slip material and equipped with safety handrails for your comfort and safety.
3. Departure from Eden Island - Begin your journey as the captain heads towards the reef, starting your adventure into St Anne National Marine Park.
4. Above deck viewing - Start your journey above deck where you can take in some sun and enjoy the fresh air during the cruise to the reef.
5. Panoramic photo opportunities - Snap some pictures of Eden Island and the Mahé mountain tops as you sail along, capturing panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
6. Arrival at the reef - Arrive at the reef area within St Anne National Marine Park, where the underwater viewing portion of your tour begins.
7. Descending to underwater observatory - Head below deck to enjoy the spacious air conditioned underwater observatory, transitioning from above water to underwater viewing.
8. Underwater viewing session - Spend 20 to 30 minutes viewing the underwater wonders of St Anne National Marine Park through large viewing windows, observing marine life in their natural habitat.
9. Marine life spotting - Have the chance to spot a wide variety of marine life like colorful corals, seaweed, green turtles, dolphins, and colorful schools of fish during your underwater viewing.
10. Underwater landscape observation - Enjoy underwater landscapes of granite rocks and sandy plains, observing the diverse terrain of the marine park.
11. Extended viewing time - You can stay downstairs in the underwater observatory as the semi-submarine drives back to port, maximizing your viewing time.
12. Return journey to Eden Island - Begin your return journey to Eden Island, continuing to view marine life during the cruise back.
13. Arrival at Eden Island - Arrive back at Eden Island and prepare to disembark from the semi-submarine, completing your underwater adventure.
14. Disembarkation - Disembark from the semi-submarine and return to the Semi-Submarine Seychelles office, where your tour concludes.

The exact timing at each stop, marine life sightings, and viewing conditions can vary based on weather, sea conditions, and marine life activity. The underwater viewing session typically lasts 20 to 30 minutes, but you can stay downstairs as the semi-submarine returns to port for extended viewing time. Tours are available 6 days a week from Monday to Saturday, and depart at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, or 4:00 PM depending on availability. Once you have selected your preferred date, Semi-Sub Seychelles will contact you with the available times.

What's Included

• One hour semi-submarine tour from Eden Island to St Anne National Marine Park and back, returning to Eden Island.
• Access fee for the St Anne National Marine Park, which is included in the tour price.
• Tour guide available in English, French, and Arabic, providing information and commentary throughout the tour.
• Hotel pickup and drop off from your accommodation, with convenient transfers to and from Eden Island.
• Food and drinks provided during the tour, keeping you refreshed throughout your underwater adventure.
• Access to the spacious air conditioned underwater observatory with large viewing windows for comfortable marine life viewing.
• Above deck viewing area with non-slip material and safety handrails for safe movement and panoramic views.
• Photo opportunities both above and below deck, with guides available to assist with taking pictures.

Not Included

• Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional drinks beyond those provided, or shopping during or after the tour.
• Tips for the guide and crew, which are optional and based on your satisfaction with the tour.
• Personal items such as cameras, sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and any additional equipment you may want to bring.
• Parking fees if you choose to drive yourself to Eden Island, though underground parking is available just below the Semi-Submarine Seychelles office.
• Any additional activities, optional experiences, or extended tours not mentioned in the included items.

Accessibility & Practical Info

• This tour is suitable for all ages and swimming abilities, as you do not need to get wet or swim to enjoy the underwater viewing experience.
• The semi-submarine is covered with a non-slip material and equipped with safety handrails, ensuring safe movement both above and below deck.
• The underwater observatory is spacious and air conditioned, providing comfortable viewing conditions for all passengers.
• This tour is available 6 days a week from Monday to Saturday, with tours subject to availability based on booking demand.
• Once you have selected your preferred date, Semi-Sub Seychelles will contact you with the available times, which may include departures at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, or 4:00 PM.
• Meeting point is at the Semi-Submarine Seychelles office at Eden Island, where your guide will be wearing a red shirt with the Semi-Sub logo for easy identification.
• The pickup area is right by the Semi-Submarine Seychelles office at Eden Island, and underground parking is available just below the office if you choose to drive yourself.
• Hotel pickup and drop off is included, so you don't need to worry about transportation to Eden Island if you prefer not to drive.
• The underwater viewing session typically lasts 20 to 30 minutes, but you can stay downstairs in the observatory as the semi-submarine returns to port for extended viewing time.
• Marine life sightings are not guaranteed, as they depend on natural conditions and wildlife activity, but the protected waters of St Anne National Marine Park offer excellent opportunities to see a variety of marine life.
• Photo opportunities are available both above deck and in the underwater observatory, and guides are available to assist with taking pictures during your tour.